
GCU’s Accelerated BSN Program in the Miami Area
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You will be taught critical nursing knowledge and skills needed to become a nurse.
Our accelerated, hybrid nursing program includes the completion of online(See disclaimer 2) courses through our virtual learning platform.
As part of this intensive nursing curriculum, you must attend in-person skills labs and immersive simulations in the Miami area. These experiences provide invaluable practice working in simulated environments, allowing you to exercise your skills and knowledge before interacting with real patients.
You will experience nursing first-hand by participating in clinical experiences near Miami to work with patients while also benefiting from the expertise of faculty, staff and other field professionals.
As you explore potential nursing options, you most likely have various questions related to this career path. Review these commonly asked questions to gain more insight into this accelerated nursing option.
How does a Miami (Miramar, FL) ABSN program differ from a traditional BSN program?
Can you work while getting your ABSN in Miami (Miramar, FL)?
What are the requirements for the accelerated BSN program near Miami?
When should I apply to GCU’s ABSN program in the Miami area?

As a student in the Miami area, you can look forward to taking advantage of all this area has to offer. Miami provides everything an adventure-lover could ask for — from natural marvels such as the Everglades National Park to the Perez Art Museum and Miami Design District.(See disclaimer 5) Get your adrenaline pumping by racing down the Homestead Miami Speedway, taking a boat tour or even skydiving 10,000 feet over Miami.(See disclaimer 6) Wildlife lovers can tour various Miami wildlife zoos and attractions.
The greater Miami area is well-known for its authentic Cuban food scene.(See disclaimer 7) Sample food from classic Miami staples to newer, modern spots and enjoy a vast variety of eateries throughout the area. Miami also offers a variety of nightlife options.(See disclaimer 8)

If you’re ready to begin your nursing career in the Miami area, contact us today.
Enroll in the 16-month accelerated nursing program offered in Miami (Miramar, FL) for the opportunity to gain a comprehensive nursing education in a timely manner.(See disclaimer 1) If you’re exploring ABSN programs near Miami, you can complete your nursing coursework online(See disclaimer 2) while undertaking immersive simulation and skills labs, along with clinical rotations offered in person.
Alongside completing your nursing education in 16 months,(See disclaimer 1) Grand Canyon University can help you grow spiritually by instilling all courses with a Christian worldview. You will be taught critical components of a nursing career, while also keeping in mind the importance of compassion, respect for human dignity and proper ethical care in the healthcare field. Our goal is to graduate well-rounded aspiring nurses who will then have the opportunity to move on to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN®) and contribute to the field as a qualified registered nurse (RN).
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With multiple nursing pathways available, GCU’s accelerated BSN program near Miami (Miramar, FL) is designed for individuals who have either a non-nursing degree or for those with transfer credits or no prior coursework. There are prerequisite courses that must be completed prior to entering the program as well. To discuss your eligibility with a university counselor and take the first steps to enroll, fill out the form on this page.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Florida ranks third for employing the most nurses out of all other states in the U.S. for 2024, with 218,100 registered nurses.(See disclaimer 3) Out of all metropolitan areas in the U.S., the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach area ranks eighth for having the highest employment of registered nurses, with 59,880,(See disclaimer 3) demonstrating the popularity of this career path in the Miami area.
In 2024, nurses in the Miami area had a median annual salary of $85,610, according to BLS.(See disclaimer 4)
The structure of our accelerated nursing program in Miami (Miramar, FL) is a hybrid approach with a combination of online(See disclaimer 2) coursework, hands-on immersive simulation experiences, skills labs and clinical rotations. This combination of online coursework and in-person experiences can help better prepare you as you take on practical healthcare scenarios and work to gain experience in the field.

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Clinical, practicum and immersion hours completed locally.