Program Overview
The purpose of the professional nursing program is to prepare students for living a life as well as for the practice of professional nursing. The community-based baccalaureate program provides competencies, knowledge, values and roles that prepare professional nurses to provide high quality care to diverse populations, in and across all environments. The program also prepares students for advanced study and to value life-long learning. The baccalaureate
program in Nursing provides for a balanced study of natural and social sciences in addition to humanities within the content of professional education to promote critical thinking, effective communication, caring, respect, and concern for individuals.
Program Options
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN Option)
- School Nurse Certification
Curriculum and Course Descriptions
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Liberal Studies Core
The Liberal Studies Core Curriculum is one reflection of Gannon University's commitment to
its Catholic identity. The Core's design offers students a defined, integrated, shared
experience as the foundation for their undergraduate program.