Nursing Dual Degree (AAS to BS)
Dual degrees, real-world care, and career-ready nursing.
At Alfred State, you can earn both your associate and bachelor’s degrees in nursing in just four years. Through the Nursing Dual Degree program, you’ll become NCLEX-RN eligible by year three while gaining hands-on clinical experience in pediatrics, obstetrics, and mental health. With flexible online BS courses, you’ll graduate prepared to meet the high demand for bachelor’s-prepared registered nurses.
Pioneer Quotes:
"To honor my teachers... your professionalism, work ethic, and knowledge, have inspired me through all my years of nursing. My patients and students have benefited from these instructors. You have truly made an impact in the world of nursing!" -Karen Aylor
"These graduates have exhibited core values which include limitless kindness, hard work and an eagerness to learn all they can... They bring a sense of energy and enthusiasm that renews our purpose. It is a true pleasure walking with them as they begin their journey." -Anne McCormick, Jones Memorial Hospital
Program Details
Courses You May Take
BIOL1404: Anatomy & Physiology I
Credits: 0-4
PSYC1013: General Psychology
Credits: 3
SOCI1163: General Sociology
Credits: 3
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Entrance Requirements
Required
- Algebra
- Biology
- Chemistry
Required
- It is essential that students can fully participate, with or without a reasonable accommodation, in clinical caring for clients as assigned.
Nursing students should be able to:
- Ambulate sufficiently to appropriately and safely perform patient care.
- Lift at least 35 pounds.
- Function in a safe manner, not placing clients in jeopardy.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding professional practice.
- Appropriately use standard medical equipment.
- Interpret data from electronic devices in a health care setting for client care.
- Maintain professional composure at all times.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN
In nursing, you’ll progress from foundational patient care to advanced clinical practice, gaining extensive hospital experience along the way. You’ll integrate specialties like pediatrics, obstetrics, and mental health into your training while building confidence through supervised clinical rotations. AAS graduates are NCLEX-RN eligible by year three, and the BS extends your expertise into leadership, research, and community health. Together, the dual degree equips you with both hands-on skills and advanced preparation for long-term career growth.
Facilities and Labs
Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.
LAND A GREAT CAREER
Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.
See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.
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You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.
