Our nursing undergraduate programs prepare students to deliver excellent patient care in a wide variety of settings. They will also explore the unique challenges and opportunities for nurses in Alaska.
NURSING UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
From advanced simulation technology to real-world clinical learning experiences, the nursing undergraduate program offers the skills and resources to become a successful nursing generalist. The curriculum provides a strong foundation of theories and skills, training to think on your feet and apply your learnings to different situations. As a nursing major, you’ll explore important health care topics, including community care, population health, and clinical research. You will become part of an active, dedicated community of peers working to improve health and well-being in Alaska and around the world.
The School of Nursing offers potential students interested in becoming qualified to practice as a registered nurse the AAS in Nursing and the BS in Nursing. The programs are offered through UAA and are based in Anchorage but admit students in a growing number of other communities throughout the state. A baccalaureate completion program (RN to BS) is available for individuals who already hold the RN license in Alaska.
PROGRAM SITE LOCATIONS AND PROGRAMS OFFERED
*The BS in Nursing and AAS in Nursing programs are designed to meet the educational
requirements for professional licensure or certification in Alaska. However, the program
might not meet the educational requirements for other states' professional licensure
or certification. Please see UAA’s Licensure and Certification website for more information.
WHY CHOOSE nursing undergraduate programs AT UAA?
Qualify to sit for the National Certification and Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses.
Access thousands of medical references for in-depth research in the Alaska Medical Library.
Learn from expert faculty and collaborate with other healthcare disciplines in interprofessional exercises.
The AAS in Nursing and BS in Nursing are fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
NEWS & Stories
On Nov. 13, the College of Health hosted a legislative event highlighting the Alaska Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy (ACFTA) in the Health Sciences Building. Co-led by Nursing Professor Angelia Trujillo, D.N.P., and Social Work Professor Kathi Trawver, Ph.D., the event brought together health care professionals, community partners, and legislators to learn more about ACFTA’s mission.
A recent article from KHNS highlights the critical gap in forensic healthcare access for sexual assault survivors in Skagway, Alaska. With no local options for forensic exams, survivors must travel significant distances to receive care. The article also points to available advocacy services and funding options that support these survivors.
Angela Trujillo, Professor of Nursing and Alaska Comprehensive Training Academy (ACTFA) from UAA, visits Unalaska to train health care professionals on how to better serve patients who have been victims of violence.
Dr. Rei Shimizu, from the University of Alaska Anchorage School of Social Work, in collaboration with multiple institutions, has been awarded a five-year, $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW).
Angela Trujillo, Professor of Nursing and Alaska Comprehensive Training Academy (ACTFA) from UAA offers free trainings for health care professionals on how to document and report abuse effectively.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Contact Us
Phone: (907) 786-4550
Email: nursing@alaska.edu
UAA School of Nursing
UAA Health Sciences Building
3795 Piper Street, Suite 101
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Mailing Address
UAA School of Nursing
3211 Providence Drive, HSB 101
Anchorage, AK 99508
