How many credits are needed in an associate nursing degree?

Answer 1

Typically an associates degree can range between 60 and 64 credits depending on the program of study and state mandates. However, an associates as a registered nurse requires more because of the prerequisites and clinical hours required. In general, an associates for a registered nurse runs approximately 75 credits.

Answer 2

You're mixing apples and Oranges. Associate College credits are applied to an Associates Degree. In many cases these credits can be applied to a Bachelor's degree. A Bachelor's Degree typically requires around 120 college credits.

Answer 3

A bachelor's degree in most areas can require between 124 to 128 college credits particular to a specific program of study. This would be based on a college or university that operates on a regular two semester academic year which is the most common. For institutions that operate on a tri-semester or quarter-semester it would be quite different. That being said, the Bachelor's degree - in most cases - is designed as a four year program of study, provided the student is full-time and follows their chosen program of study as prescribed by the college or university, and also provided the individual does not require prerequisite or developmental course work. The minimum credit load for a full-time student is no less than 12 credits per semester. However, to complete the degree within the four years, a credit load of approximately 15 to 18 credits is recommended. For individuals who work or who have other responsibilities that would prohibit them from attending full-time, completion of the degree may take twice as long. Still, some of this time can be cut down by attending summer sessions and/or interim sessions. In addition, the bachelors and associate degrees are referred to as undergraduate degrees with the Masters and Doctorate degrees referred to as graduate degrees.

Answer 4

124