The Accelerated Second Degree Track in Nursing at Shenandoah University prepares the student with necessary skills and knowledge for entry-level nursing position in a variety of diverse settings. This track is an innovative approach, 15 months in length and designed for the student who already holds a baccalaureate degree in another field of study.

This track is held at Shenandoah University’s Northern Virginia Campus, which is located at 44160 Scholar Plaza, Suite 100, Leesburg, Virginia 20176.

Special Requirements:

Because of the intensity of the program it is strongly recommended that the student not be employed while enrolled in this accelerated program of study.

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All students admitted to Nursing programs are required to complete the following prior to the start of classes:

• Submit evidence of specific immunizations as required by the Wilkins Wellness Center
• Submit proof of TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis)
• Submit proof of PPD (Tuberculosis) which is to be renewed annually.
• Submit Proof of Health Insurance.
• Submit evidence of generally good physically and mental health.
• Complete a criminal background check through OneSource
• Students should expect to submit to random drug testing required by clinical practice sites.
• Submit evidence of current Health Care Provider CPR certification  from the American Heart Association.

Course Requirements (in addition to prerequisites):

Course	Title	Credit
HP 272	Pathophysiology	3
HP 283	Pharmacotherapy	3
N 201	Health Assessment	4
N 210	Health Across the Lifespan: Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing	5
N 213	Competencies for Clinical Nursing Practices I and II	3
N 214	Health Across the Lifespan: Adults I	5
N 306	Theory, Reasoning and Research in Nursing	3
N 307	Health Across the Lifespan: Children and Adolescents	4
N 308	Health Across the Lifespan: Families	4
N 314	Health Across the Lifespan: Adults II	5
N 315	Health Across the Lifespan: Adults III	5
N 323	Competencies for Nursing Practice III	1
N 401	Health Across the Lifespan: Communities	5
N 403	Health Across the Lifespan: Clinical Elective	3
N 404	Reflections on the Art of Nursing	2
N 405	Nursing Issues and Career Development	2
N 414	Leadership and Ethics in Professional Nursing Practice	3
N 415	Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Nursing	3
	Total	63