The nursing college to career major map gives options so you can select what best matches your interests and goals. Start thinking about your future now and build a path throughout your MSUM career that will prepare you for success.
Printable version of BS in Nursing College to Career Major Map [PDF]
Academics
Get Relevant Experience
Connect to the Community
- Volunteer on or off-campus with different community organizations such as Sanford Health, Essentia Health or one of the area's senior living communities.
Understand Your Career
- Start researching potential career paths on O*Net or the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Here, you will be able to find valuable information such as typical tasks associated with the profession, skills, and knowledge needed, education and licensures needed, wages and employment trends, professional organizations, and related occupations. We suggest you search for careers such as a Registered Nurse.
Academics
Get Relevant Experience
- Continue working on your Student Life Pathways. Try working your way through the Personal Wellness and the Equity and Inclusion paths.
Connect to the Community
- Consider a study abroad experience to elevate your personal and professional growth while developing the cultural sensitivity required to provide highly efficient patient-centered care In a study tour group, you’ll get a unique opportunity to learn about healthcare delivery in international healthcare settings.
Understand Your Career
Academics
Get Relevant Experience
Connect to the Community
Understand Your Career
- Participate in the Fargo-Moorhead Nursing & Healthcare Job Fair hosted by Concordia College & Minnesota State University Moorhead to launch your career.
What skills do I need to be successful in Nursing?
- critical thinking
- communication
- compassion
- detail orientated
- emotional stability
- organizational
- physical stamina
Thankfully, through coursework, on-campus involvement, part-time employment, and internships, you will be prepared for life post-graduation.
What can I do with a Nursing degree?
A degree in nursing can take your career in many directions. Most students choose to enter the workforce right after graduation while others continue their education after a few years in the workforce. Our students are equipped with a strong foundation for their career. Check out the MANE: BS in Nursing Careers & Outcomes page to learn more about what careers you can have with a nursing degree.
