Bridge from paramedic to nursing faster
| Accreditation | ACEN accredited ASN program option1, CCNE accredited BSN program option2, Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
|---|---|
| Program length | 16-28 months, depending on your degree choice |
| Options | Choose an ASN or BSN degree pathway (Paramedic to ASN only available in Nashville, Orlando and Tampa) |
| Credits to graduate | 70-120 credits |
| Transfer credit | Up to 52-90 approved credits |
| Format | Online general education classes + core on-campus courses; you may also choose our online BSN bridge option with 100% online didactic classwork |
Overview: Paramedic to ASN/BSN Degree Options
The Paramedic to RN pathway includes associate and bachelor's degree in nursing program options which prepare you for a career as a registered nurse. Each program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in the nursing process, health assessment, managing care, evidence-based practice, and much more.
Career-focused curriculum
Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.
Flexible schedule
We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Experienced faculty
Get face-to-face instruction from experienced and credentialed faculty with real-world success in the field.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
Classes Start September 6th
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Your nursing career is possible
Join Emily and embark on a complete, holistic, career-focused education preparing you with the skills and knowledge to succeed as a registered nurse.
On-campus program locations
Our bridge options are available at 7 ground campus locations, each offering extensive student resources and support as you pursue your undergraduate nursing degree. Our BSN bridge option is also available online.
Herzing University - Brookfield
Paramedic to BSN option
15895 W. Bluemound Road
Brookfield, WI 53005
View the Brookfield Paramedic to BSN curriculum.
Herzing University - Kenosha
Paramedic to BSN option
5800 7th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
View the Kenosha Paramedic to BSN curriculum.
Herzing University - Madison
Paramedic to BSN option
5218 East Terrace Drive
Madison, WI 53718
View the Madison Paramedic to BSN curriculum.
Herzing University - Minneapolis
Paramedic to BSN option
435 Ford Road
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
View the Minneapolis Paramedic to BSN curriculum.
Herzing University - Nashville
Paramedic to ASN/BSN Bridge options
100 Centerview Dr., Suite 100
Nashville, TN 37214
Herzing University - Orlando
Paramedic to ASN/BSN options
1865 SR 436
Winter Park, FL 32792
View the Orlando Paramedic to ASN/BSN curriculums.
Herzing University - Tampa
Paramedic to ASN/BSN options
3632 Queen Palm Drive
Tampa, FL 33619
View the Tampa Paramedic to ASN/BSN curriculums.
Now Through June 30th
Job outlook and pay potential
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurse is expected to increase 6% from 2021-2031, about as fast as the average across all U.S. occupations.*
Registered nurses earn an average salary of $82,750 per year ($39.78 per hour). That would represent a significant raise for the average paramedic in the US ($49,500 per year, $23.80 per hour).
You can take a big step forward in your nursing career by becoming an RN.
Going from paramedic to RN
Pursuing the RN career path means transitioning from working as a first responder to becoming a crucial contributor to ongoing care once the patient reaches the hospital (or other medical facility).
As a registered nurse you’ll be the backbone of day-to-day operations in many healthcare settings. RNs help to:
- Develop and direct treatment plans
- Counsel patients and family members
- Ensure patient comfort
- Serve as the key connection between doctors and patients
Registered Nurse ranks as the #8 Best Healthcare Job for 2023 according to U.S. News & World Report.
Can I specialize? RNs can specialize in an area of their choosing with enough education and experience. You may be able to use your experience as a paramedic to help become an emergency/ER nurse in the future.
Accreditations & Disclosures
1. Associate of Science in Nursing: The Associate of Science in Nursing program and the Associate of Science in Nursing-Bridge to ASN program at the Tampa location has an accredited status with the Florida Board of Nursing (4042 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-3252, 850-245-4125, www.floridasnursing.gov). Consequently, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCLEX-RN) licensing exam upon successful completion of the program. Passing this exam allows graduates to apply to the State Board of Nursing for licensure as a registered nurse.
The Associate of Science in Nursing program at Herzing University located in Orlando, Florida 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 Associate of Science in Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.com/accreditedprograms/programsearch.htm. Herzing University Tampa is included within the scope of this accreditation as an off-campus instructional site.
2. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Herzing University Brookfield, Kenosha, Madison, Minneapolis and Orlando are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). This accreditation includes the baccalaureate degree program offered at the satellite Herzing University Tampa location. Herzing University is approved to offer programs in an online learning modality through association with the main campus in Madison, Wisconsin.
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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