The ADN Department prepares students in the 4-semester RN program to graduate with an Associate of Science (AS) degree. The 2-semester PN to RN program prepares students to graduate with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or an Associate of Science (AS) degree. Upon graduation, students in both programs will be eligible to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a licensed registered nurse. With your associate degree and RN licensure, you can Be Brilliant in a variety of healthcare settings, such as hospitals, physicians' offices, home healthcare settings, and nursing care facilities.
Department of Associate Degree in Nursing
Are you ready to be an essential resource in your community while fostering the well-being of others? Start your career and impact individuals across the lifespan as a Registered Nurse. Department of Associate Degree in Nursing students will learn about person-centered nursing care, pharmacological therapies, collaborative care with other healthcare team members, critical clinical judgment skills, and more.
The Department of Associate Degree in Nursing offers two programs: the 4-semester Registered Nurse (RN) program and the 2-semester Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse (PN to RN) program. Whether you are just starting your nursing education or are already a licensed practical nurse, the Department of Associate Degree in Nursing at Weber State University can help you Be Brilliant in Nursing.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Programs
Program Information
4-Semester RN Program:
Meant for students who are just starting their nursing education, the 4-semester RN program prepares ADN students for entry-level clinical practice as a registered nurse. 4-semester RN program students will have didactic courses, participate in lab and simulation learning on campus, and attend clinical and capstone rotations with our community partners to prepare them for their future as a licensed registered nurse.
Upon graduation, 4-semester RN program students can take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a licensed registered nurse.
2-Semester PN to RN Program:
Intended for licensed practical nurses or those who have successfully graduated from an accredited licensed practical nurse program and are eligible for licensure, our 2-semester PN to RN program offers a pathway to become a Registered Nurse (RN). In just two semesters, students can earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS) degree. The program incorporates cutting-edge technology and innovative learning activities to provide hands-on experience with real-world applications. After graduation, PN to RN program students will be eligible to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a licensed registered nurse.
Licensure & Certification Requirements & Resources
Licensure & Certification Requirements:
In order to be licensed as a licensed practical nurse or RN in Utah, applicants need to conform to the Utah Nurse Practice Act. Interested applicants should visit the Division of Professional Licensing website for information regarding licensing, laws, and rules, as well as criminal history, to determine their eligibility for licensure. The Utah State Board of Nursing makes final decisions on licensure.
Resources for Applicants:
4-Semester RN Program Admission & Selection Information
2-Semester PN to RN Program Admission & Selection Information
Additional Resources:
Costs
Visit WSU's Costs & Deadlines webpage for current tuition and fees. This does not include course fees, which are attached to specific courses and appear in your cashier's total as 'course or lab fees.'
Additional Estimated Program Costs:
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4-semester RN program: Materials - $1,700, Verified Credentials - $150, MyClinicalExchange - $20, Scrubs - $75.
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2-semester PN to RN program: Materials - $900, Verified Credentials - $150, MyClinicalExchange - $20, Scrubs - $75.
Pre-Admission Advising
Pre-Nursing & Pre-Application Advisement:
DCHP Admissions Advisement
healthprofessions@weber.edu
Marriott Allied Health Building, Room 108
(801) 626-6136
Post-Application Review & 2-Semester PN to RN Advising:
Kaitlyn Kirk, ADN Advisor
adnadvising@weber.edu
Marriott Allied Health Building, Room 431