Nursing Degrees Online

Advanced practice nurses have opportunities to serve as innovative leaders and skilled practitioners, and contribute to the improvement of nursing and health care practice. The demand for nurse practitioners, clinical nurse leaders/specialists, nurse educators, and nurse administrators/executives continues to grow in the rapidly changing and expanding systems of health care.

Graduate study provides the opportunity to examine existing theory and practice by the combined use of academic, clinical, and research activities, to contribute to the developing body of theory relevant to the knowledge and skills necessary to practice at a high level of expertise, and the opportunity of specialization in advanced practice.

Students enter graduate study with considerable diversity in background; their growth is facilitated by program planning to meet individual needs. Students assume responsibility for self-growth through individual planning, continued learning, self-direction, and self-evaluation.

The Mission Statement of the Department of Nursing is to provide and promote baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral nursing education in an environment which emphasizes the development of individuals as professional nurses with a vision of their own power, and a clear sense of self and their professional role. The department endeavors to prepare graduates who are critical thinkers, who utilize, transmit, and develop new knowledge through systematic models of scholarly inquiry, and who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. Preparation for excellence in nursing practice is achieved through the integration of arts and sciences, humanistic concern for the health and well-being of others, and an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in a pluralistic society. The Sage Colleges strives to prepare graduates who are assertive and practice client advocates, enabling clients to maximize their own potential. The global and technological context in which the nursing profession continues to evolve is emphasized, with the expectation that our graduates will assume leadership roles as professionals, and citizens in organizations to influence health care delivery, nursing education, and the welfare of society.

Advanced practice nurses have opportunities to serve as innovative leaders and skilled practitioners, and contribute to the improvement of nursing and health care practice. The demand for nurse practitioners, clinical nurse leaders/specialists, nurse educators, and nurse administrators/executives continues to grow in the rapidly changing and expanding systems of health care environment.

Graduate study provides the opportunity to examine existing theory and practice by the combined use of academic, clinical, and research activities, to contribute to the developing body of theory relevant to the knowledge and skills necessary to practice at a high level of expertise, and the opportunity of specialization in advanced practice.

Students enter graduate study with considerable diversity in background; their growth is facilitated by program planning to meet individual needs. Students assume responsibility for self-growth through individual planning, continued learning, self-direction, and self-evaluation.

The Mission Statement of the Department of Nursing is to provide and promote baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral nursing education in an environment which emphasizes the development of individuals as professional nurses with a vision of their own power, and a clear sense of self and their professional role. The department endeavors to prepare graduates who are critical thinkers, who utilize, transmit, and develop new knowledge through systematic models of scholarly inquiry, and who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. Preparation for excellence in nursing practice is achieved through the integration of arts and sciences, humanistic concern for the health and well-being of others, and an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in a pluralistic society. The Sage Colleges strives to prepare graduates who are assertive and practice client advocates, enabling clients to maximize their own potential. The global and technological context in which the nursing profession continues to evolve is emphasized, with the expectation that our graduates will assume leadership roles as professionals, and citizens in organizations to influence health care delivery, nursing education, and the welfare of society.

Advanced practice nurses have opportunities to serve as innovative leaders and skilled practitioners, and contribute to the improvement of nursing and health care practice. The demand for nurse practitioners, clinical nurse leaders/specialists, nurse educators, and nurse administrators/executives continues to grow in the rapidly changing and expanding systems of health care.

Graduate study provides the opportunity to examine existing theory and practice by the combined use of academic, clinical, and research activities, to contribute to the developing body of theory relevant to the knowledge and skills necessary to practice at a high level of expertise, and the opportunity of specialization in advanced practice.

Students enter graduate study with considerable diversity in background; their growth is facilitated by program planning to meet individual needs. Students assume responsibility for self-growth through individual planning, continued learning, self-direction, and self-evaluation.

The Mission Statement of the Department of Nursing is to provide and promote baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral nursing education in an environment which emphasizes the development of individuals as professional nurses with a vision of their own power, and a clear sense of self and their professional role. The department endeavors to prepare graduates who are critical thinkers, who utilize, transmit, and develop new knowledge through systematic models of scholarly inquiry, and who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. Preparation for excellence in nursing practice is achieved through the integration of arts and sciences, humanistic concern for the health and well-being of others, and an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in a pluralistic society. The Sage Colleges strives to prepare graduates who are assertive and practice client advocates, enabling clients to maximize their own potential. The global and technological context in which the nursing profession continues to evolve is emphasized, with the expectation that our graduates will assume leadership roles as professionals, and citizens in organizations to influence health care delivery, nursing education, and the welfare of society.

Advanced practice nurses have opportunities to serve as innovative leaders and skilled practitioners, and contribute to the improvement of nursing and health care practice. The demand for nurse practitioners, clinical nurse leaders/specialists, nurse educators, and nurse administrators/executives continues to grow in the rapidly changing and expanding systems of health care environment.

Graduate study provides the opportunity to examine existing theory and practice by the combined use of academic, clinical, and research activities, to contribute to the developing body of theory relevant to the knowledge and skills necessary to practice at a high level of expertise, and the opportunity of specialization in advanced practice.

Students enter graduate study with considerable diversity in background; their growth is facilitated by program planning to meet individual needs. Students assume responsibility for self-growth through individual planning, continued learning, self-direction, and self-evaluation.

The Mission Statement of the Department of Nursing is to provide and promote baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral nursing education in an environment which emphasizes the development of individuals as professional nurses with a vision of their own power, and a clear sense of self and their professional role. The department endeavors to prepare graduates who are critical thinkers, who utilize, transmit, and develop new knowledge through systematic models of scholarly inquiry, and who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. Preparation for excellence in nursing practice is achieved through the integration of arts and sciences, humanistic concern for the health and well-being of others, and an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in a pluralistic society. The Sage Colleges strives to prepare graduates who are assertive and practice client advocates, enabling clients to maximize their own potential. The global and technological context in which the nursing profession continues to evolve is emphasized, with the expectation that our graduates will assume leadership roles as professionals, and citizens in organizations to influence health care delivery, nursing education, and the welfare of society.

Strengthening Diversity in Nursing through Online Teaching

The Thomas Edison State College School of Nursing offers minority nurse educators the opportunity to enhance their skills and share their expertise by preparing them for online teaching. This opportunity, made possible by a grant from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), provides:
A 20-week online program to become certified in Distance Education with no cost to the participant
A mentored online teaching experience
The option to mentor online nursing courses for the School of Nursing
The possibility for more nursing students to learn from faculty of greater diversity
A new resource in online education for the minority nurse educator’s home institution
The possibility for minority nurse educators to extend their tenure beyond retirement and share their expertise beyond boundaries

Minority nurse educators who are eligible to become grant participants may inquire further at nursing@tesc.edu or by calling (609) 633-6460.

To promote collaboration and yearly networking, an annual Distinguished Lectureship on Cultural Diversity is hosted by the School.

Course Number Course Title Credits

A. General Education Requirements 16
Eng 125 Introduction to College Writing 4
SPCH 101 Oral Communication in Contemporary Society 3
SPAN 243 Spanish for the Health Professions 3

**Cultural Diversity: 200 level 3
WRIT 303 Research and Writing for Professional Programs 3

B. Humanities 6
Eng 200 Understanding Literature 3
Phil 102 Beginning Informal Logic 3

OR

Phi 103 Introduction to Philosphy 3

OR

Phil 121 Beginning Deductive Logic 3

C. Behavioral Sciences 6
Anth 101 Anthropology 3
Soc 101 Sociology 3
Psy 102 Introduction to Psychology 3

D. Mathematics 4
Math 111 Statistics 4

E. Natural Sciences 5
***Chem 105 Essentials of College Chemistry 5

Nursing major- five credits as stipulated by major discipline.

Additional Requirements for screening and progression. 16
PSY 214 Human Development 3
Bio 234 Anatomy & Physiology I 4
Bio 235 Anatomy & Physiology II 4
Bio 265 Clinical Microbiology 3
Biol 382 Nutrition 2
*** Chem 105 Essentials of College Chemistry 5

General Education Requirements
General Education courses help lay the foundation for the nursing courses and also serve to provide the student with a well-rounded education. The General Education portion of the BSN curriculum consists of 50 credit hours worth of courses divided into five distinct “Clusters.”

The Critical/Analytical Science cluster requires the completion of 20 credit hours of approved courses. Fourteen credit hours are specified through Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology and Finite Math. Nursing students are able to choose the remaining 3 credits from the Cluster Course Distribution List.

The Communication cluster requires the completion of six credit hours of approved courses. Three of these credits are specified through English Composition, while the student is able to choose the remaining three credits from the Cluster Course Distribution List.

The Social Competence cluster requires the completion of nine credit hours of approved courses. Six of these credits are specified through Introduction to Psychology and Introduction to Sociology. The remaining three credits can be met by any course listed within the Social Competence cluster on the Cluster Course Distribution List.

The Humanistic Appreciation cluster requires the completion of three credit hours of approved courses. This requirement can be met by any course listed within the Humanistic Appreciation cluster on the Cluster Course Distribution List.

The Cultural Diversity cluster requires the completion of six credit hours of approved courses, chosen from the Cultural Diversity section of the Cluster Course Distribution List.

Nursing Core
The heart of the BSN degree are the nursing courses. These courses include lecture, laboratory, and clinical experiences throughout the last three years of a student’s education. The nursing core consists of 19 course topics and a total of 75 credit hours.

General Electives
Six additional credit hours, chosen from any university courses (exception: courses taken for “Satisfactory/Fail” credit may not be used), are needed to complete the 125 credit hours required for the degree.

There are two applications needed to pursue a degree in nursing.

First, you must apply through the Office of Admissions. Once admitted, you will work with a pre-nursing advisor for program planning.

Second, each spring semester Application Packets are available from the IUE School of Nursing’s website. You must submit a completed application by March 1. Applications will be available in January. Please visit our website at that time to obtain an application.

Students interested in applying:
You must be admitted through the IUE Office of Admissions
Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.5 (4.0 Scale) for all courses attempted
Minimum of Nursing GPA (NGPA) of 2.7
Successfully complete the 28-30 pre-requisite credits (listed below) with a “C” (2.0) or better. C- is not acceptable and is considered failing. One failure is allowed per course provided that the course is taken and passed with a “C” or better on the second attempt.
Adequate Math Skills (completion of or placement testing beyond Math M-117) Math Placement Test

Minimum pre-requisite courses needed to apply:
English Composition I, ENG W-131 (3 cr)
English Composition II, ENG W-132 OR Speech, SPCH S-121 (3 cr)
Introduction to Psycholog, PSY P-103 (3 cr)
Introduction to Sociology, SOC S-100 (3 cr)
Humanistic Appreciation course (3 cr)
Cultural Diversity course (3 cr)
Critical/Analytical/Science courses (8-10 cr). Must include one of the following: Micro J-200/J-201 (4 cr) OR Anatomy/Physiology PHSL P-261 (5 cr) OR Anatomy A-215 (5 cr) OR Physiology P-215 (5 cr). (Pre-requisite BIO L-107)
Chemistry requirement

Students must complete at least two semesters of chemistry in high school with a grade C or better OR take any college level chemistry class (3 credits minimum, (e.g., CHEM C-100 (3 cr), CHEM C-101 (3 cr), CHEM N-100 (4 cr), CHEM C-105 (3cr); lab is optional). Chemistry must be completed before Junior year.
Math/Statistics requirement

Completion of Math M-117 (intermediate algebra) is not required to meet eligibility for admission. However, you must have adequate math skills to be successful in our program. We require successful completion of a statistics course. Statistics must be completed before Junior year.

The School of Nursing offers two distinct programs leading toward a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in nursing.
The basic curriculum is for students who seek a B.S. and also need to meet the New York State licensing requirements as a Registered Professional Nurse.

The second curriculum is specifically designed for registered nurses who intend to pursue a B.S. in nursing. Students may enroll in ASCEND, the one-day per week R.N. to B.S. program.
The programs combine the study of theory, research, clinical practice, and community service. Dedicated to the highest professional standards, these programs instill an appreciation for cultural diversity and an understanding of the different applications of health care in a wide range of settings. Both programs emphasize the nurse’s role in health promotion, long-term care, research, advocacy, teaching, change, and management.

Undergraduate Fast Facts
Students: 12-1300
women: 90.3%
minority students: 57.2%
average age at enrollment: 30.7 years
about half are the first generation to go to college
(55% of the fathers and 45% of the mothers are high school graduates or less)

Accreditation
The curricula of the School of Nursing are registered by the New York State Education Department, Division of Professional Education and are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Sunway University College welcomes international students. Currently, about 30% of our international students are from nearly 60 different nations. We have long recognised that international students provide a unique flavour to the overall educational experience and seek to ensure that they receive only the best education experience. Many of Sunway University College’s international courses are identical in curriculum and assessment as those conducted overseas (Canada, Australia, USA and the UK).

Living in Malaysia
Malaysia is comprised of a multi-ethnic mix of Malays, Chinese, Indians, Eurasians and numerous indigineous tribes. This is a result of a rich history beginning from the origins of the Malacca sultanate in the 1400’s and subsequent colonial rule by the Portuguese, Dutch and British up to 1957, the year of independence. Malaysia is a member of the United Nations (UN), Commonwealth, the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), the Organisation of Islamic Conference (OIC) and the Asia-Pacific Economic Conference (APEC) to name a few. Malaysia is also an active founding member state of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN).

In recent years foreigners from all over the world have made Malaysia their second home, either for retirement or to seek employment. Malaysia is a true melting pot of the different races and religions. You will find that people generally respect, appreciate and celebrate this cultural diversity. The same diversity can also be found at Sunway University College. Get to know the different nuances of each community, as well as what has converged and come to be known as true Malaysian culture.

Climate
Malaysia enjoys a tropical climate which is either hot and dry or hot and wet. Temperatures normally range from 21ºC to 35ºC. Most days are hot, humid and sunny. Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to 2,500mm. Although humidity is high, classrooms, lecture halls, library and condominium hostel rooms are air-conditioned.

Language
As a result of the multi-cultural makeup of Malaysia, many different languages and dialects are spoken. Bahasa Malaysia (the Malay language) is the official language and English is widely used as the language of trade and commerce. Mandarin and various Chinese dialects (like Cantonese, Hokkien, Hakka) and Indian dialects (like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalee, Punjabi) are also widely spoken within those of the same community.

All the courses conducted at Sunway University College are in English but you will find students speaking various tongues during their ‘hang-out’ times.

Due to the influences of the various races, colloquial English spoken by Malaysians among themselves has evolved into a somewhat pidgin form, often light-heartedly referred to as ‘Manglish’.

Religion
The official religion of Malaysia is Islam and its tenets are can be seen in the language, culture, clothing, food and architecure. Islam is observed by around 60% of Malaysians. There are also numerous Buddhist and Hindu temples and Christian (both Catholic and Protestant) churches. Freedom of religion is constitutionally guaranteed for non-Muslims. In fact, the major religious and/or traditional festivals are gazetted public holidays (like Aidil-Fitri and Aidil-Adha, Deepavali, Thaipusam, Wesak, Chinese Lunar New Year and Christmas). Sunway University College has religious clubs and societies that hold meetings regularly. Look in the Clubs and Societies page of the Student Services Department section for more information. Mosques, temples and church fellowships are located very close the campus and provides vital socio-religious interaction for all students including international students.

Food
Food is plentiful, cheap and a popular past time for most Malaysians. Local cuisine reflects the contributions of its ethnic groups. Many dishes combine ingredients from the different communities. Even western food has also been infused is local flavours and cooking techniques.

The average Malaysian should be able to tell you where their favourite Chicken Rice, Char Kuey Teow, Roti Canai or Nasi Lemak stall is. As these foods are probably alien to you, do try them out when you get to Malaysia. As diversity is the name of the game, variety is the spice of life with food from all over the world available within a stone’s throw. Western fast food from major international franchise outlets are conveniently located in many places.

Sunway University College’s cafeteria and the many food courts, cafes and coffee shops located in the vicinity serve a large variety of food. All food served on-campus in the condominium hostel and college cafeteria is halal for Muslims. Food prices range from RM 3 - RM10 per meal, depending on what is ordered.

Transportation
Sunway University College is located in Bandar Sunway, a suburb of Petaling Jaya. It is easy to walk around Bandar Sunway but one may need to take a bus, taxi or use the Light Rail Transit System to areas such as Kuala Lumpur or other parts of Petaling Jaya. Subang Jaya is another suburb located nearby and many students go there to shop or eat. Public bus services and taxis are available.

Living Expenses
Most of our international students reside in the on-campus hostel facilities. Rental in Sunway hostels include water, electricity and internet connections. Refrigerators are provided and the air-conditioned condominium units have washing machines for students’use.

Others live in off-campus apartments or rented houses. Rented accommodation in Malaysia generally ranges in price from RM 200 for a basic room to RM 2,000 for a fully furnished air-conditioned apartment. These depend on the location and standard of facilties provided.

The average living expenses for a student for one year is around RM 12,000 which includes food and accommodation in our hostels (roughly RM 1,000 per month). Depending on your lifestyle and habits you may need to add (or minus) RM 100 -200 per month as the case may be.

A rough breakdown follows:

Accommodation (Sunway hostels)
RM 250 – 780 per month

Food (3 basic meals)
RM 450 – 600 per month

Books & stationery
RM 200 – 500 per course or semester

Entertainment allowances
RM 100 – 200 per month