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Associate Degree Nursing at Brunswick Community College Tennessee

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

The two-year nursing program prepares individuals for nursing careers involving the delivery of direct client care in settings such as hospitals, physician offices, clinics, extended care facilities, and the client’s home. The curriculum includes a balance of nursing and non-nursing courses. Students must obtain a “C” or better in all nursing and natural science courses to progress in the program. Nursing courses are designed to provide learning opportunities for acquiring the necessary nursing knowledge and skill to practice nursing at the associate degree level. The focus is holistic health promotion and wellness.

The Associate Degree Nursing program is offered in Bluefield, on the main campus of the College, and in Beckley at the Beckley Center, located in Harper Industrial Park. The nursing courses at the Beckley Center are taught by Bluefield State College nursing faculty. Students may elect to take the non-nursing program courses at Bluefield State College or other area colleges. Courses taken at other colleges must have prior approval. These courses must be equivalent to the program courses as judged by Bluefield State College (see Transfer Credit section).

Eligibility requirements for admission to the associate degree nursing program include:
Meet general admission requirements.
Eligibility to enter MATH 101 by the fall semester of entrance year into the program. It is strongly recommended that students complete with a “C” or better BIOL 201/203 and MATH 101 prior to admission into the program.
An overall high school grade point average of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale, or a score of 45 on each of the GED exams.
a. Have completed with a “C” or better one unit of high school algebra, one unit of high school biology and one unit of high school chemistry (ACT/SAT equivalent score of 19 in mathematics will substitute for the algebra course)
OR
b. Be enrolled at Bluefield State College or another accredited institution of higher learning prior to application, having completed a minimum of 12 credit hours** and achieving a 2.5 or better grade point average. A “C” grade or better is required in each of the following: one mathematics course, one biology course and one introductory chemistry course. (Also required for college students are copies of their high school transcripts and ACT/SAT scores). **Developmental or Remedial courses will not be considered.
Complete HESI Admission Test with 75% or better overall average AND a 70% or better in each of the following sections: Math, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary and General Knowledge, Grammar and Biology.
Completion of Health 100, with a “C” or better, prior to admission to the program.
Applicants exceeding these academic standards and course requirements will be given first priority.

The Associate Degree Nursing program is approved by the West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.

Upon successful completion of the associate degree program in nursing, the graduate is eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Exam - RN (NCLEX-RN). Successful completion of this examination allows the graduate to apply for licensure as a registered nurse.

All applicants should check the College catalog for general
admission requirements and must complete the Black Hawk
College Application for Admission. The completed application
and an official transcript form high school and/or college most
recently attended are to be sent to the Office ofAdmissions and
Records. Students areAdmitted twice a year –August and January.
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements, the
student who wishes to enter the Associate Degree Nursing
Program must meet the following requirements and will be
evaluated on an individual basis. Such students must have:
1. Earned a high school diploma or the equivalent.
2. An individual conference with an advisor in the Advising
Center.
3. A 2.7 (C+) cumulative GPA.
4. Completed all prerequisites for required courses with a
grade of “C” or above.
5. Completed all developmental courses determined by the
Compass Test with a grade of “C” or above.
6. Completed Nurse Entrance Test (NET) with a score that
meets/exceeds the national standard or completes remediation
as defined by the Associate Degree Nursing Program.
7. Achieved an ACT composite score of 20 or greater if the
applicant graduated from high school within the past 5
years and has taken no college courses.
8. High school applicants who do not meet GPA, did not
graduate within 25% of high school class, and any
applicant with no college courses must take nine semester
hours of college level courses.
9. Physical ability to provide client care.
10. Preference will be given to Illinois residents.
• Students with chronic health problems or physical disabilities are
accepted unless the health problem or disability is such that the student
would be unable to complete the objectives of the program. For
more information, see Technical Abilities Required by the Health
Programs in the College catalog (page 60).
Admission into the Associate Degree Nursing Program is highly
competitive. Students should apply early in the priority filing period.
Not all eligible candidates will be able to be admitted regardless of
the date of submission of their application.
Only those students with the highest overall qualifications will be
accepted into the ADN Program.
Please Note:Any student not accepted for the current nursing class and
who desires to be considered for subsequent nursing classes, must repeat
the entire admission process.

University Placement exams (COMPASS). “Scores” of Tier I Quantitative, English 151, and reading level of at least 80 are expected. A student may have an opportunity to repeat the exam once. Review courses in English, mathematics and/or reading may be necessary if scores fall below these standards. This exam is administered on the Zanesville campus by appointment in the Learning Advancement Center . Please call 588-1510 to set up an appointment.
The applicant must be a high school graduate or hold a certificate of High School Equivalency (GED). A high school graduate must have a grade point average of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale.
If the applicant is a transfer or current OU student, they must have an established college grade point average of 2.75 or better out of a 4.0 scale is expected.
The applicant must have completed courses in algebra, biology and chemistry with a grade of “C” or better at the high school or college level.
The applicant must submit a “Statement of Education and Career Goals” (typed - no more than 500 words).

For admission information to Ohio University - Zanesville, go to the Admissions page. Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program is by a selective process. Admission to Ohio University does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. In addition to the requirements listed on the Admissions page, applicants to the nursing program must also complete the admission requirements to the Nursing program.

ALL requested information must be in the Nursing Office before 5:00 p.m. April 1st of the year in which you want your file to be reviewed (considered) by the selection committee.
Submit an application to Ohio University Southern along with the $20 nonrefundable application fee.
Submit Official high school transcript or, if applicable, official GED scores.
Submit Official transcripts from all previous college courses and from all vocational or technical programs.
Submit to the nursing office a statement of educational and career goals/essay (typed - no more than 1 page). This is your opportunity to tell the selection committee why you want to be in the Nursing Program.
A high school 3.0 grade point average on a 4 point scale, or an established college grade point average of at least 2.75.
The applicant must have completed courses in algebra, biology and chemistry at the high school and/or college level with a minimum grade of “C” in each course before the deadline.
All students are required to take the COMPASS (placement test) exam before the deadline. Students have an opportunity to repeat the COMPASS examination once. “Scores/Placement” needed to satisfy admission requirements are:
Math -Tier I
English 151
Reading - 80 or above

Please Note: Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program is by a selective process. Admission to Ohio University does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. The selection process for the nursing program at the Zanesville, Chillicothe and Southern campuses are separate. Therefore, admission into the Southern Associate Degree Nursing Program does not guarantee admission into the Zanesville or Chillicothe programs or vice versa.

Licensed practical nurses are integral health team members who provide expert care for challenging patients under the direction of the RN. This is a 10 1/2 month program that prepares graduates to take the NCLEX-PN examination to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Work and employment

Graduates of the program are qualified to work in healthcare facilities such as nursing homes, home healthcare, physicians’ offices, and ambulatory care.

Career advancement

Licensed Practical Nurses can use their education and experience toward an associate degree in nursing at RVC. The LPN Bridge for the Associate Degree Nursing program allows LPNs to complete the nursing program without repeating courses taken in the LPN program. For details, see “LPN Bridge.”

Program approval and vocational licensure

The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Program graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN according to the requirements for licensure in the Illinois Nursing and Advanced Nursing Practice Act.

Information sessions

Students interested in the nursing program should attend a nursing information session to familiarize themselves with specific admission procedures, requirements, and standards. Information about the Nursing program and applications may be obtained by calling (815) 921-3261.

Testing and transcripts

Applicants who have not attended college before will need to call (815) 921-2382 to schedule an appointment for an assessment test. Transfer applicants should submit all transcripts to the Rock Valley College Admissions and Records Office with indication of the intent to apply to the nursing program

The Associate Degree Nursing program is a concentrated two-year program that includes a combination of science, liberal arts,and focused nursing courses. The program prepares graduates for work in hospitals and long-term care facilities that focus on nursing care of individuals with common acute and chronic health problems.

After earning an associate degree, students are eligible to take the national examination for licensure NCLEX as registered nurses (RN). The licensing exam is administered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

Applicants for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program must meet the entrance requirements of the parent institution.* Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program requires the student to be a high-school graduate or equivalent. Students must complete one course of high-school, college-preparatory general chemistry with a minimum grade of C or complete one college chemistry course with a minimum grade of C prior to acceptance into the nursing program.

And one of the following:

1. SAT score of 920 (480 verbal, 440 math) if taken after April 1, 1995, or 800 (400 verbal, 400 math) if taken before April 1, 1995, or ACT score of 20 (21 verbal, 19 math)

OR

2. Completion of all approved general education courses (below) with a GPA of 2.50 or higher.

BIOL 243 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIOL 243L Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory
BIOL 244 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
BIOL 244L Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory
PSYC 101 General Psychology
BIOL 330 Microbiology
BIOL 330L Microbiology Laboratory
MATH 111 College Algebra
ENGL 101 Composition
ENGL 102 Composition and Literature
Minimum of 3 approved electives (one elective must be chosen from humanities)

All biophysical science courses must have been completed within seven years prior to admission to this nursing program.

*Students are expected to graduate from the school where the initial nursing course is taken.

To enhance potential for success in the program, the faculty recommends completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program and work experience as a CNA.

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is a cooperative program between York Technical College and the University of South Carolina Lancaster and is fully approved by the Board of Nursing for South Carolina and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares men and women for the practice of registered nursing to provide direct client care across the life span. The practice of the associate degree nurse is primarily directed toward clients who have health needs and require assistance to maintain or restore their optimum state of health or support to die with dignity. The associate degree nurse is prepared to address acute and chronic health care needs and common well-defined health care problems in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and certain community health agencies.

The student of an associate degree nursing program functions in three basic roles within the health care delivery system: provider of care, manager of care, and member within the discipline of nursing. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the Computer Adaptive Testing of the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses. Graduates who successfully pass the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses are eligible to apply for licensure to practice as a registered nurse in any of the 50 states or U.S. territories.

There are legal limitations for state licensure in South Carolina for graduates with prior convictions and/or disciplinary action. The policy from the Board of Nursing for South Carolina will be distributed to all applicants by Student Services/Office of Admissions. The policy is also in the Nursing Student Handbook, which is distributed the first day of class. Clinical facilities may require drug screens and/or SLED background checks before allowing students to participate in clinical rotations. Students participating in clinicals may be required to have a drug screen at any time during their rotation.

This program is designed for the registered nurse to complete the requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing. The program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and fully approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.

This program is designed for the active registered nurse who prefers to attend classes only one day a week after completion of core course requirements. Most graduates from Associate Degree nursing programs have completed the majority of core classes. Students with four-year degrees in other majors and students with AA degrees may have satisfied all core requirements.