MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of San José State University's School of Nursing is to provide innovative nursing education and nursing care to a diverse community through applied nursing scholarship in a
technologically complex environment.

Considering a Career in Nursing?

The US Labor Department identifies RNs as the top occupation in terms of job growth through 2012.  Thirty states were estimated to have RN shortages in 2000, and 44 states are expecting shortages by 2020 (Bureau of Health Professions, 2002). California is among the states experiencing a severe shortage.  Career possibilities for BS prepared nurses are: Home Health Care Nurse, Case Manager, Sub-Acute Nurse, Hospital Staff Nurse, Health Clinic Nurse, Advice Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Manager, Administrator, Health Educator, School Nurse, Primary Care Nurse.  Nursing careers vary over a lifetime and permit changing careers within one profession.  Advanced (MS in Nursing) Degrees are available in a variety of specialties, including Family Nurse Practitioner, School Nurse, Nurse Educator, and Nurse Administrator. 

Why San Jose State University?

The School of Nursing at San Jose State University celebrates its 50th anniversary in the 2005-06 academic year, and offers a unique program of quality faculty, curriculum and innovative community service.  New and expanded offerings in pre- and post-licensure nursing courses as well as continuing education for graduate level and community nurses are offered.  The undergraduate nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. 

Women and men seeking a baccalaureate degree in nursing will find a quality program to prepare them for professional nursing practice in a variety of acute care and community settings with opportunities for graduate study and continuing education.  Extended campus facilities include public health departments, home health agencies, sub-acute facilities, skilled nursing facilities, ambulatory care clinics, acute care hospitals, Nurse Managed Care Centers and a wide variety of community-based agencies for clinical experience.  Students must provide their own transportation to extended campus facilities.  Some community agencies require home visits, so you must have individual use of an automobile. 

Your Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree requires that you not only meet the School of Nursing requirements, but that you also meet the requirements of the University. 
See the current University catalog or visit the main university website, www.sjsu.edu to find Undergraduate Degree Requirements, and General Education Requirements.

Important:  Please note that the 9-12 units of SJSU Studies cannot be transferred from any other school.

The requirements of the Nursing Major may also be found in the current SJSU catalog, or by visiting the catalog online at
 http://info.sjsu.edu/web-dbgen/catalog/departments/NURS-section -4/html

Advanced Placement (Bridge)
The post-licensure program provides opportunities for registered nurses prepared at the ADN level to earn the baccalaureate degree at a pace that fits their lifestyle. 

Recognizing the importance of giving students educational opportunities to prepare for employment in the changing health care system, the School of Nursing provides numerous opportunities for students in community settings. 

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