The Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Florida Southern College is where excellence in healthcare education meets a tradition of compassionate care. Recognized among the nation’s best, we strive to promote the mission and values of Florida Southern College by preparing healthcare professionals to provide quality care for diverse populations.
Healthcare is a calling—an art as well as a science. Florida Southern graduates aspire to live out our college’s mission: to make a positive and consequential difference. You’ll find Mocs leading changes in healthcare and making a difference in patients’ lives at some of the country’s most prestigious institutions.
Whether you dream of becoming a nurse leader or advancing the well-being of your community through holistic health practices, Florida Southern College has the program to support your healthcare aspirations.
Dive into the dynamic world of human movement and exercise science with FSC’s NCSA-recognized Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program. Gain hands-on experience in exercise physiology and strength and conditioning, attain national certification, and be prepared to work in the fields of human performance, personal wellness, and health promotion.
Embark on a rewarding journey with FSC’s direct-entry Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. With a focus on holistic patient care and extensive clinical experiences, you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in diverse nursing roles.
Through advanced coursework and specialized tracks, FSC's Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs prepare you to lead change in healthcare delivery and research. Under the guidance of expert faculty, you'll gain the insights needed to achieve upward mobility in the healthcare environment.
Already hold an MSN? FSC's post-master's certificates let you expand your credentials into a new area of practice without starting over. Choose from Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP, or Psychiatric-Mental Health NP — and gain the clinical competencies you need to practice in a new specialty.
Take the next step in your nursing career with FSC’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program. Gain advanced clinical expertise and leadership skills to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes, all within a supportive and collaborative environment.
"FSC prepared me for my career by enabling me to get such great pediatric practicum experience at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. This allowed me to discover my love for working in pediatrics and sparked my passion for nursing even more than before!"
The FSC Exercise Science program has prepared me for success in the health industry through developing my interpersonal communication skills, providing a quality education through premier coursework, and expanding my professional network by attending professional conferences.
Our commitment to providing the highest standards in healthcare education is evident in our rigorous curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and dedicated faculty who are leaders in their fields.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing/master’s degree program in nursing/Doctor of Nursing Practice program/post-graduate APRN certificate program at Florida Southern College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791
With extensive clinical and research experience and a commitment to student success, FSC’s faculty is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders, ensuring a transformative educational experience that prepares graduates to excel in the dynamic healthcare landscape.
Through a strong network of industry partnerships, FSC students find clinical placements at renowned healthcare institutions throughout the U.S., gaining the practical skills, connections, and confidence needed to begin their healthcare careers successfully.
Students within the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences enjoy unparalleled resources. From wireless classrooms to state-of-the-art patient simulation labs, facilities are designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and excellence in healthcare educations.
With extensive clinical and research experience and a commitment to student success, FSC’s faculty is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders, ensuring a transformative educational experience that prepares graduates to excel in the dynamic healthcare landscape.
FSC graduates are leaders and innovators in their disciplines, spanning diverse roles and settings worldwide. With robust networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and lifelong learning resources, FSC’s alumni community offers invaluable support and collaboration.
Learn how FSC’s Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences can transform your healthcare career through our nationally accredited programs.
Tour the campus, get your questions answered, and speak with your Admissions counselor about your career path, when you register for one of our many visit options.
Graduate students eager to delve deeper into our programs are encouraged to attend our informative sessions or reach out to Abbey Bonet, Assistant Director of Adult and Graduate Admission.
From pediatric intensive care units to community health clinics, Florida Southern nursing and health sciences students, faculty, and alumni are improving patient care. Here is what they are doing.
Walk through the patient simulation labs, meet faculty who have practiced in the field, and talk with your admissions counselor about the path from classroom to clinical placement.
