Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pre-licensure Program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pre-licensure Program at Gordon State College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as registered nurses. Upon successful completion of the program, the unlicensed graduate is eligible to apply for licensure as a registered professional nurse after successfully passing the national licensure exam (NCLEX-RN). The mission of the Gordon State College nursing program is to educate professional nurses who are able to provide competent, quality, and holistic care that meets individual, family and community needs in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. The nursing program prepares the student for the challenges of this evolving environment through classroom, clinical, and simulation experiences.
Applicants to the program must be formally accepted to Gordon State College or already be attending the College. Applications to the BSN Pre-Licensure Program will be available online during the designated application period.
Nursing Program Approval
The Bachelor of Science nursing Program at Gordon State College located in Barnesville, GA has full approval by the:
Georgia Board of Nursing
237 Coliseum Drive Macon, GA 31217
(478) 207-2440
The Department of Nursing follows the GBON regulations for the qualifications of faculty in the academic, laboratory, and/or clinical setting. (GBON Rule 410-8-0.05)
More information about this approval can be obtained from the Georgia Board of Nursing website at https://sos.ga.gov/georgia-board-nursing
Nursing Program Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science nursing program at Gordon State College located in Barnesville, GA is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Bachelor of Science in nursing program is continuing accreditation with warning. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the website at https://www.acenursing.org/ .