B.S. Nursing (AS – BS)

Prepares licensed nurses to advance their practice through enhanced clinical competence, leadership development, and evidence-based care. Graduates are equipped to assume expanded roles in patient care, education, and healthcare management.

Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (AS-BS) at the University of the Southern Caribbean is designed for licensed nurses seeking to advance their professional practice. Through an integrated curriculum that combines theoretical study with clinical application, graduates are prepared for leadership and advanced roles in diverse healthcare settings.
Programme Details
  • Campuses:  Main Campus, St. Lucia
  • Degree Components:
    • General Education: 11 credits
    • Core Requirements: 31 credits
    • Cognate: 16 credits
    • Emphasis Requirements: 12 / 11 credits
    • As Nursing Certificate: 67.5
  • GATE Approved: Yes
  • Programme Delivery: Online
  • Programme Duration: 3 years
  • Total Credits: 137.5 
  • Specialisations:
    • Teaching in Clinical Setting
    • Leadership and Management
  • Five O’Level/CXC/CSEC passes (English, Mathematics, Science)
  • Current A.S. Degree in Nursing and valid license
  • Updated Nursing Council Registration (including Registration Number)
  • AS Diploma and official transcript
  • Minimum three (3) years work experience as a Registered Nurse

What You'll Learn

Students strengthen their clinical judgment and evidence-based practice competencies while integrating nursing theory with leadership principles. The curriculum emphasizes patient-centered care and prepares graduates to excel in a variety of healthcare environments.

How This Programme Helps You

Graduates are prepared to pursue advanced nursing and leadership roles across healthcare settings. The degree strengthens clinical decision-making and equips students with the skills to enhance the quality and efficiency of healthcare delivery systems.

Nursing Program ACEN Accreditation
May 04, 2026

The baccalaureate nursing program at The University of the Southern Caribbean,
located in Maracas Royal Road, St. Joseph, is accredited by the: Accreditation
Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of
Commissioners for the baccalaureate nursing program is Initial Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the
ACEN website.

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