In this lesson, students will explore the evidence that supports baccalaureate education of professional nurses.

Congratulations for making the decision to further your education!  As a registered nurse, you have already completed a rigorous program of study to obtain your current degree and now you are in a position to learn more about nursing and professional growth. In this lesson, we will explore some of documents and research that support baccalaureate education in nursing. 

Lesson 2 Objectives

Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to:

1. Explain the processes inherent in successful transition to the role of the baccalaureate prepared nurse.
2. Examine the IOM report: The future of nursing: Leading change, advancing health (2010).
3. Review evidence-based information that supports baccalaureate education of professional nurses.

Lesson Readings and Activities

• By the end of this lesson, make sure you have completed the readings and activities found in the Course Schedule for Lesson 2.