A common general education prerequisite that supports the culturally competent, community-aware care modern nursing demands. Self-paced and regionally accredited through UIU.
Health does not happen in isolation. Family structure, culture, socioeconomic status, and community shape patient outcomes. Sociology gives nurses the lens to understand these social determinants of health, which is why many programs require it.
3 Credit Hours · Self-Paced
Official UIU transcript · Courses begin the 1st of each month
New course sessions begin on the first of every month. Enroll now to reserve your seat in the next monthly start.
Delivered through Upper Iowa University (HLC). Credit is designed to transfer into nursing programs.
Study around a job, family, or a current healthcare role, then apply to the next available cohort.
How sociology is typically treated across nursing pathways. Always verify with each school.
| Program type | Typically required | Online accepted | Recency |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSN (4-year) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
| ABSN (accelerated) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
| ADN (associate) | ✓ Often | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
| Direct-entry MSN | ✓ Often | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
Requirements vary by program and change annually. Last reviewed May 2026 — always verify with each school.
Self-paced, accredited, and built for future nurses. Courses begin the first of each month.
