The School of Nursing
The School of Nursing offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs, features state-of-the-art lab resources and offers students a holistic approach to the nursing profession.
The School of Nursing offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs, features state-of-the-art lab resources and offers students a holistic approach to the nursing profession.
Master of Science in Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Program: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Licensure
PBA’s BSN nursing program prepares graduates to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), a nationwide examination for the licensing of nurses in the United States. Passing the exam is a prerequisite to nursing licensure in the USA.
Program: DNP Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (DNP-AGPCNP Track)
Certification
Students are eligible to sit for the ANCC and/or AANP AGPCNP National Certification Examination upon completion of the NP program.
Program: DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP Track)
Certification
Students are eligible to sit for the ANCC and/or AANP FNP National Certification Examination upon completion of the NP program.
Program: DNP Psychiatric Mental Health Care Nurse Practitioner (DNP-PMHNP Track)
Certification
Students are eligible to sit for the ANCC PMHNP National Certification Examination upon completion of the NP program.
The philosophy of the School of Nursing at Palm Beach Atlantic University is one that is Christ-centered and focused on the success of the students, professionally, spiritually, and personally. The faculty and administration actively engage students in the discovery of the meaning of Christ-centered care for others. Providing care takes place in community settings, hospitals, local and global missions, as well as primary education for the community. Nursing application, synthesis, and evaluation of practice is essential in our ever-changing healthcare. The outcome of nursing education at Palm Beach Atlantic University is a competent nurse who is reflective, inquiring, and able to apply nursing theory within the context of the Christian worldview while recognizing the needs of the patient, family, and community.
$3M+
PBA awards over three million dollars in scholarships every year.
97%
97% of PBA undergraduate students receive financial aid.
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One-third of a recent PBA class had absolutely no debt upon graduation.
The School of Nursing has a vast range of opportunities for both our students and our graduates. From student clubs and organizations to externships and internships, you can get involved!
Are you pursuing a degree in the School of Nursing? Palm Beach Atlantic University offers several nursing scholarship opportunities. See if you are eligible, and start your application today!