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College of Nursing

College of Nursing

Welcome to Nursing at SDState

Whether you are attending college for the first time, considering a career change or you are a practicing nurse looking to take on more leadership responsibilities, we have a program for you. 

Our faculty provide education with firsthand knowledge, and our research is impacting and changing communities in our region, nation and world.

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Bachelor of Science

With three options to choose from, the standard, accelerated or RN to BSN, you are sure to find a path to help you reach your goal.

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Master of Science

With four specializations, the MSN is sure to have an option to help you reach your next career goal. Choose from the following: Nurse Administrator (online), Clinical Nurse Leader (online), Nurse Educator (online) or Family Nurse Practitioner (combination of on-campus and online course delivery).

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Postgraduate certificate

A postgraduate certificate can help you take the next step in your career. Choose from: Clinical Nurse Leader (online delivery), Nurse Educator (online delivery), Family Nurse Practitioner (blended face-to-face and online delivery) or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (online delivery).

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Doctor of Nursing Practice

Two pathways make the DNP accessible. Choose Master's to DNP or Bachelor's to DNP

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Doctor of Philosophy

Choose from two options, the 60-credit Ph.D. or 90-credit Ph.D. with specializations in health promotion/disease prevention in underserved and rural populations, health outcomes or nursing education.

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Refresher course

The RN and LPN Refresher Courses are designed to help inactive RNs and LPNs review and update their nursing knowledge and skills.

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