Choosing a Nursing School? 5 Qualities That Set Our ABSN Track Apart

“When students choose our ABSN track, they’re choosing an option that not only has high outcomes in regards to NCLEX pass rates, but an option that is going to be there to support them from start to finish. Students can feel confident and safe knowing that we’re here for them.
– Carley Leasure, ABSN Site Director
1. Your science prerequisites don’t expire.
One question we hear often from prospective nursing students during the admissions process is: Will my science credits from my previous college experience expire? The answer: No. “The nice thing about the Concordia ABSN is that there’s not an expiration date on science prerequisites,” says Carly Leasure, ABSN Site Director. “Students can have a microbiology class from ten years ago and that can still count towards our ABSN track.” The amount of prerequisite courses you are required to take depends on your previous education. Your admissions counselor will work with you to build a plan for when and where to take prerequisite courses. “We try to take the guesswork out by offering courses through Concordia so students know those courses are available online in eight-week sessions,” says Carley. Prerequisites through Concordia University Texas can benefit you in more ways than one. Your credits will transfer seamlessly, you will become familiar with our Christ-centered education, and you will be prepared for the rigors that lie ahead.2. Faculty members go out of their way to ensure your success.

“We want to make sure students don’t feel like they’re alone. They have a support system; they have resources; we’re here to guide them through the process.”
– Carley Leasure, ABSN Site Director
3. Nursing is a ‘calling from God’.
In addition to supporting you and providing you with a foundational understanding of core nursing concepts, our staff and faculty are intentional about teaching you the soft skills needed in nursing. “Concordia looks at nursing as a vocation; as a calling from God,” says Robin Cook, Assistant Professor. “We’re here to share in the joy of serving others and taking care of God’s people.” Some of these soft skills include:- Communication
- Empathy for patients
- Listening
- Strong work ethic
4. The ABSN track exposes you to patients, right away.
Here are a few tips that can help you get the most out of your clinical rotations:
Many nursing schools don’t let you experience in-hospital clinical rotations until the second or third semester, but our ABSN track lets you begin working with real patients in the first semester.
“This is your time to excel and get hands-on,” says Robin.
Being exposed to a hospital setting early on allows you to gain confidence and get comfortable with real-world situations over your nursing school journey. You also have the chance to network with seasoned nurses, doctors, and staff at various clinical locations. “The nurses really appreciate our help,” says Shannon. “They actually prefer CTX students.”
- Put in the extra time
- Be prepared for anything and everything
- Enjoy the experience
- Learn from your mistakes
- Show interest, eagerness, and respect
- Practice, practice, practice