GCU’s Accelerated Nursing Programs in Las Vegas Area
GCU’s Accelerated Nursing Programs in Las Vegas Area
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Grand Canyon University has an accelerated nursing program near Las Vegas for those looking to transition from a non-nursing background into a job-ready nurse. At our greater Las Vegas nursing school, you’ll prepare for your future as a nurse by completing hands-on labs, clinicals and online coursework.
Those with a minimum of 60 college credits or a bachelor’s degree may be eligible to earn their BSN through our ABSN in Las Vegas — Henderson in 16 months.1 Contact a university counselor to help determine your eligibility, pick one of our three start dates and start on your path to becoming a nurse in the Las Vegas area.
Median annual wage for RNs in the Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise metro area is $91,870 as of March 20202
Earning your nursing degree from GCU provides gives you a well-rounded, comprehensive nursing education taught from a knowledgeable staff and instilled with a Christian worldview. You will graduate ready to practice as a nurse while taking advantage of all that GCU offers, even from the greater Las Vegas area.
Earning your accredited, accelerated BSN degree from GCU at our location near Las Vegas prepares you to be a job-ready nursing professional in a dynamic field.3
Features of the ABSN program include:
Online Nursing Coursework4
Complete your coursework conveniently from anywhere via our interactive platform.4
Skills and Simulation Labs
Develop your nursing skills and clinical judgment in a mock clinical environment.
Valuable Clinical Experience
Put your nursing skills into action by working with professionals at top Nevada healthcare settings.
ABSN Las Vegas — Henderson Admission Process
Accelerate into nursing through our streamlined ABSN admission process.
2485 Village View Drive, Suite 300
Henderson, NV 89074
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Browse through our frequently asked questions to learn more about earning your accelerated nursing degree near Las Vegas.
Nursing programs can be competitive, so it’s important to review program requirements when planning to apply to accelerated nursing programs in the Las Vegas area. GCU’s ABSN in Las Vegas — Henderson requires a minimum of 60 previously completed college credits at a 3.0 cumulative GPA of higher, as well as additional pre-requisite course GPA requirements.
Yes, ABSN programs can be very worthwhile. Accelerated nursing programs provide those who don’t have previous healthcare knowledge the chance to pursue their passion of nursing at a pace that gets them into the workforce sooner.
While there is an online component to GCU’s ABSN near Las Vegas, you will be required to attend in-person labs and simulations, as well as proctored exams. You will also need to be able to attend clinical rotations at designated facilities. Because of the in-person commitment needed in this hybrid program, it is recommended that you dedicate your full time to being successful in the program.
It is recommended to first speak with a university counselor to determine if an ABSN program is the best path for you. If so, your university counselor will be able to help you come up with an academic plan, decide on a start date and will guide you in applying to the program.
If you’re ready to begin your nursing career in the Las Vegas area, request more information.
Clinical, practicum and immersion hours completed locally.