Take Your First Step Toward a Career in Nursing
Prepare to qualify for nursing school with Herzing’s fully online Associate of Science in General Studies – Pre-Nursing.
Build the foundation you need to qualify for nursing school.
Looking to improve your GPA or complete prerequisite courses before you apply to nursing school? Herzing University’s online Associate of Science in General Studies with a Pre-Nursing focus could be right for you. In as few as 16 months of fully online study, you can earn an associate degree, improve your GPA, and prepare to begin your nursing education. After graduation, you’ll have built the academic foundation you need to qualify for entry into a pre-licensure BSN program with Herzing University.
Earn your 60-credit associate degree in as few as 16 months
Career-focused curriculum that builds a foundation in general education, nursing pathophysiology, pharmacology and more
Designed to help you improve your GPA and qualify for a pre-licensure BSN program
Flexible schedule built for busy, non-traditional students
Rolling admissions with no application deadlines—apply when you’re ready
Waived enrollment fee
Earn Your Associate Degree Online and Prepare for Nursing School
Whether you’re returning to school after time away or working to meet the GPA requirement for a pre-licensure BSN program, Herzing’s Associate of Science in General Studies – Pre-Nursing can help you strengthen your academic foundation.
This program covers:
- General education subjects, including English composition, college algebra and statistics
- Nursing pathophysiology and pharmacology
- Anatomy and physiology for nurses
- Psychology, developmental psychology and nutrition
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Note: This program is designed to help you on your path toward becoming a registered nurse (RN), but it isn’t a nursing degree. To become an RN, you’ll need to complete this degree, then earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, pass the NCLEX-RN exam and meet your state’s Board of Nursing requirements.
What Will I Learn in the Pre-Nursing Associate Degree Program?
This program consists of 60 credits of coursework. It combines general studies with entry-level nursing and health science courses. General studies subjects promote critical thinking and problem solving through subjects such as microbiology, psychology, nutrition, anatomy and physiology and more.
General education courses include:
- English Composition I and II
- Information Literacy
- Speech
- Cultural Diversity
- Introduction to Humanities
- Humanities and Contemporary Popular Culture
- College Algebra
- Statistics
- Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
Nursing and science courses include:
- Nursing Pathophysiology
- Pharmacology
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II for Nurses
- Principles of Nutrition
- Social Issues and Technology
- Professional Development I for Nursing
- Professional Development II
Note: Anatomy and Physiology I and II must be completed with a grade of “B” (80%) or better, and only two attempts are permitted for each course.
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Tuition & Cost
Our goal is your career advancement. That’s why we are always working to improve our curriculums and processes to make our MSW program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.
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The Herzing University Advantage
At Herzing, we want to help you build the foundation you need to reach your professional goals. That’s why we offer:
- Convenient online education that gives you more control over your schedule
- A flexible schedule built for busy, non-traditional students working toward nursing school
- Personalized student support, including virtual academic advising, tutoring and lifelong career coaching
You're Much More Than a Number
At Herzing, we believe that providing you with a supportive community will have a positive impact on your learning experience and career opportunities. At Herzing, you’re not just another student—you’re someone whose success is our priority.