If you have 60 or more college credits, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing, you can prepare to serve your community as a nurse with our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) degree program at Avila University. ABSN offers the clinical knowledge and skills you need to care for individuals, families, and communities as a nurse. Now more than ever, the healthcare system needs nurses. This 16-month program combines hands-on instruction in advanced simulation facility, supervised clinical experience, and preparation for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®).