Nursing Degrees Online

Triton’s Nursing program provides students with a basic knowledge of nursing theory and practice, Humanities, and Social and Biological Sciences. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of settings. Graduates earn an Associate in Applied Science degree and qualify to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) for the registered nurse. Students may choose to sit for the NCLEX for the practical nurse after successful completion of the first two semesters of the program and NUR 190G. Students are required to achieve a satisfactory score on a standardized comprehensive nursing exam prior to graduation with a Practical Nursing certificate or Associate in Applied Science degree. Students who are unsuccessful in completing either standardized comprehensive nursing exams may enroll in NUR 095 for Practical Nurse certificate or Associate in Applied Science degree (A.A.S.) completion. Candidates for the PN and RN-NCLEX are required by law to meet fingerprinting requirements, submit to a criminal background check and report conviction of any criminal offenses as part of the licensure application process. The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, 100 West Randolph, Suite 9-300, Chicago, Ill. 60601, (312/814-4500). It is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway-33rd Floor, NY, NY 10006, (800/669-1656), Web site: www.nlnac.org.

Admission is determined by a point system based on pre-admission test results, GPA for college level prerequisite courses (RHT 101, PSY 100, and BIS 136 or BIS 240), and previous college academic history. Candidates are required to meet CPR and health requirements prior to entry into the clinical setting. Preference is given to candidates who are permanent residents of Triton College’s district. Nursing is a selective admission program with preference for admission given to the most highly qualified individuals for the available seats.

Program prerequisites:
High school graduation or GED
Attendance at a Nursing Information Session
Score of four on college math, reading and writing placement tests
Acceptable scores on nursing pre-admission test*
Computer proficiency (word processing, e-mail, Internet use) as evidenced by transcripts, employer documentation, student documentation or completion of CIS 151
COURSES — All courses must be completed with grade of “C” or better
One year high school level completed within five years of program entry or one semester college equivalent

Algebra (MAT 055)

Biology* (BIS 101)

Chemistry* (CHM 110 or CHM 140)
College Level - Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better is required for the three college-level course pre-requisites. No substitutions.

RHT 101

PSY 100

BIS 136 or BIS 240

BIS 136* or BIS 240* must be completed within five years of program entry. The five-year limit for biology may be waived provided BIS 136 or BIS 240 is taken within five years of program entry. BIS 136 or BIS 240 may be taken concurrently with first semester nursing courses if entering program within eight months after high school completion. Students entering program within eight months of high school graduation need a miminum 2.5 GPA for Biology, Chemistry, RHT 101 and PSY 100.
*Students may be admitted pending completion of Introduction to Nursing Academics (NUR 105) with a “B” or better if they:
are admitted with ASSET scores of 41-43/OR
earned a “C” grade in the biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology prerequisites, AND/OR
graduated from high school within eight months of entry into the Nursing program.
accepted students are required to complete all health and clinical requirements prior to registration for NUR 125, NUR 145, NUR 155, NUR 225, NUR 235, NUR 245, NUR 255 and NUR 190

Mature student status

Applicants aged 19 or older as of the first day of school, and who do not possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), may be considered for admission as mature students. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Collaborative (UOIT/Durham) program requires mature student applicants to be aged 21 or older as of the first day of school. Students lacking the necessary academic requirements may have to complete academic upgrading as outlined by the college.

Mature applicants must complete all program prerequisites to be considered for admission and are considered on an individual basis. Contact the Admissions office as early as possible to determine your eligibility for admission.
Program eligibility

Some programs require applicants to meet additional admission criteria. These may include specific academic prerequisites; an essay, test or questionnaire; or the submission of a portfolio or entry immunization form. The admission eligibility requirements for each program are listed in detail in the program description section of this calendar. It is the responsibility of each applicant to complete these requirements as part of the admission process.

NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to know what is required to enter a particular profession (i.e. physical attributes/qualifications, eyesight, drug free, criminal reference checks etc.).
Applicants without the minimum requirements

Applicants without the minimum entrance requirements may be considered for admission to post-secondary programs if the majority of their senior academic credits, and all academic prerequisites were taken at the general, advanced, college preparation, university/college preparation or university preparation level. For more information call the Admissions and Recruitment office at 905.721.3000.
Equivalent admissions requirements other provinces and territories

Applicants whose secondary school studies have been completed outside Ontario must submit evidence of equivalent standing. Recognized equivalents to an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) may be accepted if the applicant meets the requirements for admission to the college levels, subjects and overall averages required. Generally the requirement is successful completion of a Grade 12 diploma, except for Quebec where the equivalent is Secondary V.
Equivalent admissions requirements outside of Canada

Applicants who have been educated outside Canada must submit proof of educational qualifications. All documents should be sent to Ontario College Application Services (OCAS), where they will be evaluated to determine if the level of achievement is equivalent to the OSSD. Only original or certified copies of academic records will be accepted. Documents that are not in English must be submitted with a certified true translation.

The Nurse Practitioner programs are available as degree-seeking MSN and as post-MSN certificate programs. Students seeking the MSN degree with NP preparation must meet the admission criteria (as described unconditional). Students seeking a post-masters certificate must have completed an MSN from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited program. Depending on course work completed for the MSN and current advanced practice status (as applicable), an individualized certificate degree plan will be developed. Prospective post MSN certificate students are strongly encouraged to contact the MSN program office (817.272-2329) prior to application to review their MSN transcript and determine the most appropriate semester for admission.
Program Degree Plans
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner ACNP
Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ACPNP
Adult Nurse Practitioner ANP
Family Nurse Practitioner FNP
Gerontological Nurse Practitioner GNP
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner NNP
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner PNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP

Admission Requirements

All admission procedures for the Nursing Programs are coordinated through the Enrollment Services Office, which has responsibility for distributing, receiving, and dating application forms. Therefore, any student desiring admission into this program should contact the Enrollment Services Office, GVT-Suite 203, (517/483-1200, email to selectiveadmissions@lcc.edu) to receive an application. The student may then contact an admissions specialist (517/483-1254, 483-1256) or a college advisor (517/483-1904) for further information.

This is a selective admission program. Students meeting Phase I Admission Requirements will be ranked for admittance into the program using a point value system as outlined in Phase II Admission Ranking. Points will be awarded to students who meet the Phase I Admission Requirements only at the time students are being considered for admission.

The student applicant is responsible for providing verification of any other information not contained in the current Lansing Community College official transcript. Prerequisites and other admission requirements must be completed and verified by the Enrollment Services Office by the deadline stated in the advising guide before a student is considered eligible to compete for a seat in the nursing program.

Lansing Community College is committed to excellence in education and is an Equal Opportunity college. Discrimination on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, height, marital status, handicap, or sexual orientation is prohibited.

Please refer to the following documents for complete information regarding Lansing Community College’s Nursing Program admission.

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CSB/SJU Nursing students apply for admission to the Nursing major in December of their sophomore year after successfully completing three semesters of pre-requisites.
CSB/SJU offers a Nursing Early Admission Program to select incoming students based upon standardized test scores achieved during high school.
Early Admission Program for Fall 2008
Early Admission Program for Fall 2007
Early Admission Program for Fall 2006
Program Requirements
Completion of all prerequisite courses with at least a grade of C in each course prior to final acceptance into the nursing major—Prerequisite courses include: Biology 121, 212, 214; Psychology 111, 360; Nursing 110, 112, 207; Nursing 340; Statistics (Math 124, Psychology 221 or Sociology 201). View the Academic Planner.
A minimum of 40 semester credits
Prerequisite-course GPA requirement of 2.75
Completion of Application for Admission to the Major
An essay on professional goals
Current physical examination including up-to-date immunizations
Two references: At least one must be written by a college faculty member while the other must be a professional reference.
Successful completion of American Heart Association CPR course: BLS for the Healthcare Provider (must provide proof - a copy of both sides of your card)