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    Fast-Track Your Future in Nursing

Earn Your Nursing Degree in Just 16 Months 

Are you ready to make an impact in today’s fast-evolving healthcare field? Temple University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) is designed for driven individuals like you—those who already hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and are eager to transition into a rewarding career as a registered nurse (RN). 

In just 16 months, you’ll gain the clinical expertise, hands-on training, and real-world experience needed to succeed in today’s dynamic healthcare environments. 

✅ Fast-Track Your Nursing Career – A focused, 63-credit program designed for career changers 
✅ Top-Tier Clinical Experience – Hands-on training at leading Philadelphia hospitals & healthcare facilities 
✅ NCLEX-RN Exam Ready – Graduate prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) 
✅ Train in State-of-the-Art Simulation Labs – Gain hands-on experience in realistic clinical settings before you enter a hospital.
✅ Work with the Latest Medical Technology – Practice with industry-leading equipment designed to prepare you for the workforce.
✅ Learn from Expert Faculty – Be mentored by experienced nursing professionals who know what it takes to succeed.
✅ High-Demand Career Opportunities – With a nationwide nursing shortage, Temple ABSN graduates are in high demand across hospitals, clinics, and specialty care settings.

16-Month

🌟 Accelerated Pathway

Hands-On

Experience through clinical rotations

Experience

Urban Healthcare Firsthand

Innovative Learning Spaces in Paley Hall

💉 Bedside Skills Lab

Master essential nursing techniques using state-of-the-art bedside equipment. From IV insertions to patient assessments, this lab ensures you develop the precision and confidence needed to provide top-quality care.

🚑 EMS Skills Lab

Emergency situations require quick thinking and decisive action. In this immersive EMS Skills Lab, you’ll train in life-saving procedures such as CPR, trauma care, and emergency response—preparing you for high-pressure environments like ERs and critical care units.

🏥 Inpatient Simulation Rooms

Experience what it’s like to work in a hospital setting before ever stepping into one. These fully equipped simulation rooms mimic real hospital environments, allowing you to practice patient care scenarios, collaborate with healthcare teams, and refine your clinical decision-making skills.

🩺 Outpatient Exam Rooms

From primary care to specialty clinics, outpatient settings are a crucial part of modern healthcare. In our Outpatient Exam Rooms, you’ll learn how to conduct patient assessments, take medical histories, and develop treatment plans, just as you would in a doctor’s office or urgent care center.

Your Future in Nursing Starts Now

At Temple, we don’t just teach nursing—we train future healthcare leaders. With accelerated coursework, immersive hands-on training, and a world-class faculty, Temple’s ABSN program prepares you to hit the ground running as a highly skilled, in-demand nurse.

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