Degree
Biblical Studies AA with BSN
Credits
120
Average Completion Time
4 years
Format
On-Campus, with additional training through partnership with Mercy College of Health Sciences
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Nursing
Degree Overview
Prepare for a role in healthcare.
Faith Nursing
Faith Baptist Bible College has partnered with Mercy College of Health Sciences (Des Moines) to offer a new nursing program, giving students the opportunity to earn both a Biblical Studies AA and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in four years, saving time, effort, and money.
Four years
Complete the biblical studies program, prerequisites, and Mercy Accelerated BSN classes in four years, while living on Faith’s campus.
Two degrees
Dual-credit agreement between Faith and Mercy earns both a Biblical Studies AA and BSN
Ready to Serve
Program Features
- Live all four years as a member of Faith’s Campus Community.
- All required credits and prerequisites to enter the Mercy Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program are completed during the first three years at Faith.
- Mercy guarantees eligible Faith Nursing applicants a place in their BSN program.
- Graduates earn a Biblical Studies AA and BSN in four years.
- Faith and Mercy grant dual credit for applicable classes, increasing the efficiency and affordability of both programs.
Program Pathway
- During their first three years, students take classes on Faith’s campus to gain a firm biblical foundation and complete their prerequisites needed to qualify for admission to Mercy’s 12-month BSN program.
- During their third year, students must apply for admission to Mercy’s accelerated BSN program. Students then choose to begin the 12-month BSN program as part of their Summer, Fall, or Winter classes.
- During their fourth year, students continue living on Faith’s campus while completing their nursing classes, labs, and clinicals on the Mercy campus approximately 20 minutes south of Ankeny. At the end of the program, students who have maintained the requisite GPAs will graduate from Faith with an Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Mercy.
Upon successful completion of the nursing requirements, students are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN exam).
Potential Career Paths
- Mission Field Healthcare Provider
- Hospital or Clinic Nurse
- Residential Elderly Care
- Home Health Care
- Hospice
- Nurse Manager
- K-12, College, Camp Nurse
Students may build upon their BSN foundation to continue their education into more specialized healthcare fields.
Why did Faith partner with Mercy College of Health Sciences?
Mercy’s legacy spans over 120 years of providing high-quality healthcare education while transforming students into professionally-trained healthcare professionals.
- 90% completion rate
- 91% pass rate on the NCLEX-RN exam
- 95% job-placement rate
Mercy is located approximately 20 minutes from Faith campus.
928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
FAQ
How will FBBC provide the prerequisite classes?
Faith has arranged for the prerequisite classes to be taught remotely. Classes will be assigned a time and classroom where the class will be taught by a remote instructor, with an FBBC teaching assistant.
Can I get financial aid from both colleges?
Students may only receive Federal Financial Aid and Iowa Tuition Grant (Iowa students only) for one institution at a time. To remain eligible, students must not complete a degree from either college until all the requirements for both are complete. Both FBBC and Mercy offer private institutional aid to assist students. Mercy One, as well as many other hospitals and clinics, offer post-graduation employment incentives and loan forgiveness for employees.
Can I work while a pre-nursing/nursing student?
During their first three years at Faith, students are encouraged to work in a healthcare setting as CNAs, medical technicians, unit clerks, etc., in order to gain experience in the medical field. Mercy College of Health Sciences offers grants for CNA training and offers jobs at their many Mercy One clinics and hospitals.
During their fourth year, students should plan to focus all their attention on their accelerated nursing classes and clinicals, without outside employment.
I think one of my most favorite parts was the atmosphere and friendships I gained. It was so cool to be surrounded by other Christians my age looking to be trained for life and ministry. Faith equipped me with many tools for daily life as a believer in a postmodern world interacting with unbelievers. I’ve even randomly had a conversation with a coworker about history and philosophy of Christian missions (thanks, Dr. Lounsbrough!). One of Faith’s big phrases is “For life and ministry.” That is the role my Faith education has played for me. It has helped prepare me for life, to be a believer who thinks, who cares about people, and who loves the Lord.
Laura SturgisOperating Room Nurse, Class of 2018
