Nursing Degrees Online

The Social Work, Health and Nursing Faculty trains teachers in nursing, obstetrics and geriatric and paediatric nursing with the bachelor’s in Pedagogics of Nursing and provides academic training on the path to becoming a nursing teacher. With this bachelor’s course, the University is providing a specific academic offer in nursing teacher training.

The educational goal of the course is to qualify nurses systematically for vocational teaching and teaching-relevant nursing tasks. A modern understanding of training and independent training goals are taken into account, along with integrative practical relevance (lectures and nursing practicals) of the profession in vocational training.

Therefore, the course qualifies for two fields of nursing activity. On the one hand for a teaching role in training and further training in the nursing profession and, on the other, for application-oriented nursing science. To strengthen the action orientation and to guarantee the highest possible practical relevance, on the teaching side the course incorporates an accompanied practical phase over 20 weeks in a later working field and practicals in the teaching-learning lab. On the nursing science side, a project is undertaken with healthcare institutions from the Lake Constance and Upper Swabia region. In addition to the pedagogical-didactical, educational and professional teaching, there is a particular focus with the main subjects on a subject-oriented consideration of nursing and teaching. Accordingly, there are detailed seminars to promote personal and social competence (e.g. conversation, rhetoric, mediation).

30 students a year are enrolled in the winter semester. The full-time Pedagogics of Nursing course lasts seven semesters, including a practical semester and concludes with the internationally recognized Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). The course admission requirements are a certificate of eligibility for university entrance (e.g. University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg Weingarten Bachelor’s in Pedagogics of Nursing The Social Work, Health and Nursing Faculty trains teachers in nursing, obstetrics and geriatric and paediatric nursing with the bachelor’s in Pedagogics of Nursing and provides academic training on the path to becoming a nursing teacher. With this bachelor’s course, the University is providing a specific academic offer in nursing teacher training. The educational goal of the course is to qualify nurses systematically for vocational teaching and teaching-relevaiversity entrance examination) and professional training in nursing, paediatric or geriatric nursing, or as a midwife.

A student’s decision to attend Bryant & Stratton College should be based on interest in our programs and not on the ability to meet all college costs. Bryant & Stratton College believes students should not be denied the opportunity to pursue their career interests because of a lack of financial resources.

To assist students in meeting their educational expenses, Bryant & Stratton College participates in several types of financial assistance programs - gift aid (scholarships and grants), low-interest loans, and employment opportunities. In many cases, our Financial Services Office awards qualified students a financial aid “package” which includes all three types of financial aid.

Assistance with financial planning is available for families on an individual basis to help them determine how they can best utilize their own resources and other funds to meet college costs. The Financial Services Office will gladly discuss the various types of financial assistance available and will provide students with assistance in completing financial forms during their visit to Bryant & Stratton College.

How to Apply
Students are encouraged to meet with a financial aid advisor in order to determine financial aid qualifications. A member of the financial aid staff will help students to complete the following application forms:
Financial Aid Forms - The “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA) is available from the Financial Services Office or apply online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov. The form must be completed and forwarded to the Department of Education, where it is then processed. In some cases, the school may process the student’s application electronically in order to reduce processing time. New York students receive an Express TAP Application (ETA) from NYSHESC. Eligibility for financial assistance is determined by federal and state agencies, which will produce and send an output document directly to the student.
Federal Income Tax Returns - Students may be required to provide the Financial Services Office a copy of their own and/or their spouse’s and/or their parent’s federal and state income tax returns, including schedules, as well as any additional income and asset information requested by the school.
Upon evaluation of the above forms, the Financial Services Office will notify students of their eligibility for financial aid or of any other steps they may take to receive further consideration for assistance.

Students are required to apply on an annual basis for financial aid consideration. Students may obtain the forms described above annually beginning on approximately January 1 at the Financial Services Office for application for the next financial aid year which begins on July 1.

Program: 369 Semesters: 5m Total Credit Hours: 72

Description
The mission of the Nursing Program is to provide quality nursing education in North Central Ohio, Virginia, and Wisconsin and to facilitate the provision of exceptional healthcare in the regions. The Nursing Program emphasizes classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences that prepare students for both the world of work and for life-long learning. Computer aided instruction, telecommunications technology, clinical simulation and other technical learning strategies are seen as integral components of the delivery methods needed to serve the educational needs of students in the 21st century.

The purpose of the Nursing Program is to prepare Nursing Program graduates to function in professional registered nursing roles. The program provides a foundation of learning which promotes integration of clinical decision making processes into the provision of nursing care for meeting the health/illness needs of patients across the life span. The three roles of the associate degree nurse (Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Discipline of Nursing) describe nursing practice and role expectations of the entry level registered nurse. The core components of those roles, as established by the National League for Nursing (NLN, 2000) are as follows: professional behaviors, communication, assessment, clinical decision making, caring interventions, teaching and learning, collaboration, and managing care. The organizing framework provides direction for the selection and ordering of learning experiences to achieve program outcomes.

The Practical Nursing curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide nursing care to children and adults.

Students will participate in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.

Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) which is required for practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals, rehabilitation/long term care/home health facilities, clinics, and physicians’ offices.

SUMMER SEMESTER
*BIO 163
Basic Anatomy & Physiology
4-2-0-0-5

ENG 111
Expository Writing
3-0-0-0-3

*PSY 110
Life Span Development
3-0-0-0-3

11

FALL SEMESTER

NUR 101
Practical Nursing I
7-6-6-0-11

NUR 102AB Practical Nursing II
5-0-12-0-9

NUR 102BB Practical Nursing II
3-0-0-0-3

NUR 117
Pharmacology
1-3-0-0-2

25

SPRING SEMESTER

NUR 103 Practical Nursing III
6-0-12-0-10

NUR 118 Nutrition/Diet Therapy
2-0-0-0-2

12

TOTAL CREDITS
48

The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide nursing care to clients and groups of clients throughout the lifespan in a variety of settings.

Courses will include content related to the nurse’s role as provider of nursing care, as manager of care, as member of the discipline of nursing, and as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) which is required for practice as a Registered Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals, long term care facilities, clinics, physicians’ offices, industry, and community agencies.

ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING (INTEGRATED) (A45100) ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE

FALL SEMESTER
*BIO 163
Basic Anatomy & Physiology
4-2-0-0-5

or

*BIO 168
Anatomy and Physiology I
3-3-0-0-4

NUR 110
Nursing I
5-3-6-0-8

PSY 150
General Psychology
3-0-0-0-3

15/16

SPRING SEMESTER

*BIO 169
Anatomy and Physiology II
3-3-0-0-4

or

*BIO 271
Pathophysiology
3-0-0-0-3

NUR 120AB Nursing II
2-3-0-0-3

NUR 120BB Nursing II
3-0-6-0-5

NUR 130AB Nursing III
1-3-0-0-2

NUR 130BB Nursing III
3-0-6-0-5

18/19

SUMMER SEMESTER
ENG 111
Expository Writing
3-0-0-0-3

*PSY 241
Developmental Psychology
3-0-0-0-3

6

FALL SEMESTER

*BIO 155
Nutrition
3-0-0-0-3

*CIS 110
Introduction to Computers
2-2-0-0-3

NUR 210
Nursing IV
5-3-12-0-10

16

SPRING SEMESTER

ENG 114
Prof Research & Reporting
3-0-0-0-3

NUR 220
Nursing V
4-3-15-0-10

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3-0-0-0-3

16

TOTAL CREDITS
72

UCAS Code N/A 1-year full-time
2-years part-time

Course Summary

This course is designed for those with initial nurse registration who wish to become community specialist practitioners in one of a range of areas. There are three pathways within the course which allow you to focus on a particular area of interest:
Health Visiting
Occupational Health Nursing
School Nursing

We enjoy close links with colleagues in local NHS and Social Services facilities and our location is central to a variety of fieldwork placements. You will gain practical experience within occupational settings in either the public or private sector, and be supported by a qualified and experienced practitioner/mentor.

The consortium of the University Medical Center at The University of Toledo (UMC) and Bowling Green State University (BGSU) provides an innovative and unique baccalaureate nursrng program.

Students choose the university (BGSU or UT) that best meets their needs for general education, liberal arts and sciences; then attend MCO as seniors for online nursing courses. The Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is awarded by the respective university.
Medical University of Ohio is an academic health science center located in a residential area of south Toledo. Approximately 1800 nursing, allied health, graduate and medical students are enrolled.
Bowling Green State University, with approximately 19,000 students, is located in Bowling Green, Ohio.
The University of Toledo, with about 19,000 students, is located in a residential area of Toledo, Ohio.

The School of Nursing has full approval of the Ohio Board of Nursing and is nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

The Undergraduate Nursing Program has two ways to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
The Basic program is for students entering the nursing profession.
The RN/BSN program is for associate degree or diploma graduates already licensed as registered nurses.

Admission requirements

Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall including all transfer work. Graduation from an accredited associate degree or diploma nursing program; diploma candidates must submit a portfolio; Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Ohio; Completion of the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C”:
BIOL 205, 314+315, 331, 332 (General Biology, Microbiology, Anatomy & Physiology I and II)
CHEM 109+110 or 125 (Elementary Chemistry w/lab)
ENG 112 (Composition II)
MATH (competency above 095/basic algebra level)
MATH 115 (Statistics)
PSYC 101 (General Psychology)
PSYC 310 (Lifespan Development)
F&N 207 (Nutrition)
CS 100 (Computer Basics)
PHIL 102 or 242 (Ethics)
Career Profile

When providing direct care, registered nurses observe, assess and record symptoms, reactions and progress; assist physicians during treatments and examinations; administer medications; and assist in convalescence and rehabilitation.

Registered nurses also develop and manage nursing care plans; instruct patients and their families in proper care; and help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain their health. Registered nurses are members of a profession and work diligently to uphold the standards of the profession.

Nursing is a rewarding and challenging profession that incorporates theory, complex technology and caring. Baccalaureate nursing graduates provide research/theory based nursing care to healthy and ill individuals, families and communities in diverse health care settings including clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, schools and outpatient facilities. Graduates also are prepared for advanced study at the master’s degree level.

The MUO / BGSU Advantage

By taking advantage of the exceptional academic and clinical learning opportunities available, graduates enjoy increased professional autonomy and career mobility, new levels of competence and confidence, and thorough preparation to meet the demands of a changing health care system.

Applications to the nursing program are available in the nursing offices on the main and Firelands campuses*** , in the Lima and the Archbold offices. A lab fee is assessed for all clinical courses.

To enter the program, a student must possess Ohio licensure to practice as an LPN and be a graduate of an approved LPN program. A student must have completed all LPN courses and all science coursework with a “C” or better, as well as have a 2.5 grade point average in all prerequisite coursework. In addition, a student must possess credentials to administer medication in Ohio.

The following courses are considered Support Coursework. Students should be aware that some or all of these courses may be waived, depending on courses completed for their respective LPN programs

* denotes a course that may be waived upon completion of transition course
** denotes a course that is lecture only with no clinical requirement offered onlineSupport Coursework
Course Number Course Title Credits
BIOG 121 Anatomy and Physiology I 4
BIOG 122 Anatomy and Physiology II 4
BIOG 251 General Microbiology 4
CHMY 161 Chemistry 4
OR High School Chemistry (Grade of C or Higher)
ENGL 161 College Composition I 3
ENGL 162 College Composition II 3
PSYH 151 General Psychology 4
PSYH 251 Human Growth and Development 3
SOCY 151 Intro to Sociology 3
First-year Courses
Course Number Course Title Credits
NURS 101 Transitions to RN 3
(above course offered on-line, summer only)
NURS 117 *Health Assessment 3
NURS 115 *Basic Nursing Concepts 7
NURS 128 *Comprehensive Adult Nursing I 6
NURS 136 **Maternal-Newborn Nursing 2
NURS 137 **Child Health Nursing 2
NURS 125 Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing 4
Second-year Courses
Course Number Course Title Credits
NURS 210, 213 Comprehensive Adult Nursing II, III 12
NURS 205 Applied Clinical Ethics 2
NURS 245 Advanced Concepts in Nursing 5

For Further Information

Ellen Naderer,
Office of Nursing
BGSU Firelands
One University Drive
Huron, Ohio 44839
(419) 433-5560 ext. 20668
email: enadere@bgsu.edu

Debralee Divers,
Director Admissions and Financial Aid
(419) 433-5560 ext. 2-0629
email: divers@bgsu.edu

Cheryl L. Chafee,
Officer Admissions and Financial Aid
(419) 433-5560 ext. 2-0683
email: cchafee@bgsu.edu

Lorain County Community College, in cooperation with BGSU Firelands College, offers its NLNAC accredited Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Programs at the BGSU Firelands College campus providing nursing education to the Huron/Sandusky resident. This satellite programs provide the opportunity for residents of the areas to earn the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing from LCCC. All support courses taken at BGSU Firelands College will transfer to LCCC. The clinical courses are offered at local health care agencies in the Sandusky.

Career Profile

Registered nurses (RNs) provide care to patients, families and communities and also work to promote health, prevent disease and help patients cope with illness. Registered nurses may work in hospitals, physicians’ private offices, nursing homes, clinics, schools, work sites and in patients’ homes under the direc tion of such health professionals as physicians, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists and others.

When providing direct care, registered nurses observe, assess and record symptoms, reactions and progress; assist physicians during treatments and examinations; administer medications; and assist in convalescence and rehabilitation.

Registered nurses also develop and manage nursing care plans; instruct patients and their families in prop er care; and help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain their health. Registered nurses are members of a profession and work diligently to uphold the standards of the profession.

Registered nurses are caring and compassionate; are able to accept responsibility and direct, delegate to and/or supervise others; are able to follow orders precisely; and are able to determine when consultation is required. All nurses are patient advocates and health educators.

Job Outlook

Employment of registered nurses is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations well beyond the year 2000. This growth will be driven by technological advances in patient care, which permit a greater number of medical problems to be treated, and an increasing emphasis on primary (basic) care.

In addition, the number of older people, who are much more likely than younger people to need medical care, is projected to grow rapidly.

About the Program

This program prepares graduates to function as registered nurses in hospitals, nursing homes and other health care agencies. Registered nurses promote health for clients through hygienic care; teaching; assessment of body systems; implementation of the nursing process, including treatment modalities offered by the physician; and rehabilitative care.

Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX examination for licensure as a registered nurse.

Registered nurses (RNs) provide care to patients, families and communities and also work to promote health, prevent disease and help patients cope with illness. Registered nurses may work in hospitals, physicians’ private offices, nursing homes, clinics, schools, work sites and in patients’ homes under the direction of such health professionals as physicians, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists and others.

When providing direct care, registered nurses observe, assess and record symptoms, reactions and progress; assist physicians during treatments and examinations; administer medications; and assist in convalescence and rehabilitation.

Registered nurses also develop and manage nursing care plans; instruct patients and their families in proper care; and help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain their health. Registered nurses are members of a profession and work diligently to uphold the standards of the profession.

Professional Empoyment

Registered nurses are caring and compassionate; are able to accept responsibility and direct, delegate to and/or supervise others; are able to follow orders precisely; and are able to determine when consultation is required. All nurses are patient advocates and health educators.

Employment of registered nurses is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations well beyond the year 2000. This growth will be driven by technological advances in patient care, which permit a greater number of medical problems to be treated, and an increasing emphasis on primary (basic) care. In addition, the number of older people, who are much more likely than younger people to need medical care, is projected to grow rapidly.

About the Program

This program prepares graduates to function as registered nurses in hospitals, nursing homes and other health care agencies. Registered nurses promote health for clients through hygienic care, teaching; assessment of body systems; implementation of the nursing process, including treatment modalities offered by the physician; and rehabilitative care. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX examination for licensure as a registered nurse.

The program may be completed in two years, if taken on a full-time basis. Many LCCC students choose to study on a part-time basis.

Students in the associate of applied science in associate degree nursing program complete courses in:
Biology
English
Programs for Student Success
Psychology
Nursing
Sociology

Program Highlights

Lorain County Community College (Elyria, Ohio) and Bowling Green State University Firelands College (Huron, Ohio) join in a partnership that brings an associate’s degree (RN) Nursing Program to residents of Erie, Ottawa, Huron and Sandusky counties. Although offered jointly, all nursing courses are held at BGSU FC and the clinical component of the program is completed at health care facilities in Bellevue, Huron, Norwalk or Sandusky. It’s a program that may be completed in as little time as two years, if taken on a full-time basis, and it couldn’t be more convenient for residents of Erie, Ottawa, Huron and Sandusky counties.