Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring 2010 Associate Degree in Nursing (RN)

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1 American River College 4700 College Oak Drive Sacramento, CA Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring 2010 Associate Degree in Nursing (RN) Application Due Date: October 16, :00 PM in Enrollment Services Thank you for your interest in the American River College Nursing Program! If you are a first-time applicant, reapplying applicant, or are just interested in the nursing application process and/or nursing as a career, we encourage you to attend one of our nursing information sessions scheduled for September 8, 9, 10, and 18. See the flyer with times and location on the nursing website. GOAL OF THE NURSING PROGRAM The goal of the American River College Associate Degree Nursing Program is to prepare a graduate who is eligible for licensure to practice as a registered nurse. In addition, graduates are prepared to utilize the nursing process effectively with patients of all ages and within a variety of healthcare settings. The graduate will have a solid foundation in providing competent nursing care at the entry level of registered nursing practice. GENERAL INFORMATION The nursing program consists of a combination of general education and nursing courses with related laboratory experience in local health agencies. Successful completion of the program qualifies the student to take the National Licensing Examination to become registered as a nurse and eligible for employment. A grade of "C" or better is required in each nursing course for progression in the program and for an Associate Degree in Nursing. The nursing curriculum is a two-year program offered in four sequential semesters. There are two application periods per year and students are accepted for the spring and fall semesters. There are morning, afternoon, evening and weekend clinical experiences required which may change with limited notice. Because the nursing program at American River College is impacted and there are more students who apply than can be accepted into the program, all qualified applicants are placed into the applicant pool and the students for the program are chosen randomly by a computerized system. If an applicant is not chosen, he/she may reapply the next semester. Startup program costs are approximately $2000. The student is responsible for providing uniforms, laboratory fees, malpractice insurance, necessary equipment, and transportation to off-campus laboratory locations. Nursing program students should expect fees of approximately $350 to take the RN licensure exam. All costs/fees are subject to change. NOTE: In accordance with Regulation 480 of the State Board of Registered Nursing, a person convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation, may not qualify to be licensed as a registered nurse. If there are any questions regarding this matter, please contact the State Board of Registered Nursing, or visit their website at American River College Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring of 6

2 REQUIREMENTS FOR ENROLLMENT TO THE NURSING PROGRAM 1. High school graduation or equivalent Graduation from an accredited high school in the United States or successful completion of the General Education Development (GED) exam or California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) as defined by the current requirements of the Nurse Practice Act, Title 16, California Code of Regulations, Section 1412, prior to time of application. One of the following is also acceptable to meet this requirement: A high school diploma earned from a school outside the United States that has been evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) approved independent agency. Such cases will be evaluated on an individual basis. Possession of an Associate of Arts or Sciences degree or a higher degree from a regionally accredited college in the U.S. o Students who have an AA/AS degree or higher from a college outside the United States must have transcripts evaluated by a NACES approved independent agency. Such cases will be evaluated on an individual basis. 2. Science prerequisites A grade of "C" ("C-" is not acceptable) or better with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the following science prerequisite classes: 3. Support courses BIOL 430 BIOL 431 BIOL 440 or BIOL 442 A grade of "C" ("C-" is not acceptable) or better with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in the following courses: ENGWR 300 NUTRI 300 PSYC Additional support courses These courses also require a grade of "C" ("C-" is not acceptable) or better, but do not need to be completed at the time of application to the nursing program. They can be completed during the first two semesters of the program. SPEECH 301 or 331 (co-requisite to NURSE 400) SOC 300 or ANTH 310 (co-requisite to NURSE 410) NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to submit course descriptions for course equivalency approval if any of the prerequisite courses listed above were completed outside the Los Rios Community College District (LRCCD). Refer to the "ARC Nursing Program Articulation Grid" (document in progress) for courses outside LRCCD that do not require course descriptions. This document will be posted on the nursing website. Course descriptions must come from the corresponding catalog, and must clearly show the college name, year, and page number. Meet with a counselor well before applying to the program for equivalency approval. American River College Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring of 6

3 REQUIREMENTS FOR ENROLLMENT TO THE NURSING PROGRAM (Cont'd.) 5. Reading requirement Evidence of reading eligibility as documented by one of the following: Completion of ENGRD 116, or comparable or higher level course, with a grade of "C" or better Recommendation through the assessment process showing eligibility for ENGRD 310 or 312 by taking the CTEP exam at the ARC Assessment Center. Call for more information. Other assessment exams are not acceptable. Possession of an AA/AS degree or higher from a regionally accredited college in the U.S. NOTE: For students completing reading eligibility through CTEP testing, a recent change in the minimum scores may affect your eligibility depending on when the CTEP was taken: CTEP Minimum Scores for ENGRD 310/ Prior to May 26, Effective May 26, Curriculum Planning Summary sheet completed by an ARC counselor An ARC counselor will evaluate all transcripts and previous coursework to determine if the above eligibility requirements have been met and provide the applicant with a Curriculum Planning Summary sheet documenting the applicant's eligibility to apply to the nursing program. AS DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Major requirements for the AS degree in Nursing at American River College (71-72 units) BIOL 430, BIO, 431, BIOL 440/442, ENGWR 300, NUTRI 300, PSYC 300, SPEECH 301 or 331, SOC 300 or ANTH 310, plus 4 semesters of nursing courses (upon acceptance into the nursing program): First semester: NURSE 400, (SPEECH 301 or 331 must be taken concurrently if not already completed) Second semester: NURSE 410, (SOC 300 or ANTH 310 must be taken concurrently if not already completed) Third semester: NURSE 420 Fourth semester: NURSE 430 Additional graduation requirements for the AS degree in Nursing (78-79 units) One course from ARC General Education Area I: Humanities 3 units One course from ARC General Education Area III (a.): Physical Education 1 unit One course from ARC General Education Area V (a.): American Institutions 3 units One course from ARC General Education Area VI: Ethnic/Multicultural 3 units Reading competency Math competency American River College Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring of 6

4 ENROLLMENT PROCESS 1. Dates and deadlines Applications are available from Admissions and Records, the Nursing Department, the Health and Education Division or the ARC website at: Fall admission: Applications are available starting early in February and are due in Enrollment Services in the Administration Building by 5:00 pm on the designated due date, usually in mid-april. Spring admission: Applications are available starting early in September and are due in Enrollment Services in the Administration Building by 5:00 pm on the designated due date, usually in mid-october. Incomplete applications or applications received after the due date and time will not be processed. Applicants may hand deliver or mail their applications. ARC will not be responsible for applications lost in the mail or delivered after the deadline. Applications will not be accepted in the Nursing Department or in the Health and Education Division office. 2. Counseling appointment for first-time applicants Call the ARC Counseling Center at (916) early in the application cycle to schedule a counseling appointment for evaluation of transcripts, test scores and other records and to obtain a Curriculum Planning Summary sheet. 3. Documents to be brought to counseling appointment High school transcript with graduation date highlighted, GED scores, CHSPE Certificate of Proficiency or an official transcript to show proof of AA/AS degree or higher Verification of eligibility for ENGRD 310 or 312 through CTEP scores, college transcript showing completion of ENGRD 116, or comparable or higher level course, or college transcript showing completion of AA/AS degree or higher All college transcripts o Unofficial transcripts from colleges in the Los Rios District (ARC, SCC, CRC, or FLC) o Official transcripts (in sealed envelope) from colleges outside the Los Rios District * Official transcripts are not required if previously submitted, unless subsequent course work has been completed. Check with the counseling office to confirm transcript on file. Copies of course descriptions for all prerequisite courses for the nursing program completed outside the Los Rios District. o Refer to the "ARC Nursing Program Articulation Grid" (document in progress) for courses outside LRCCD that do not require course descriptions. This document will be posted on the nursing website. o Course descriptions must come from the corresponding catalog, and must clearly show the college name, year, and page number. o Meet with a counselor well before applying to the program for equivalency approval. Completed application for the ARC Nursing Program American River College Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring of 6

5 ENROLLMENT PROCESS (Cont'd) 4. For qualified students who are reapplying If an applicant has received notification that their previous application was complete, these applicants do not have to meet with a counselor before submitting application. Applicant may choose to meet with a counselor to update course work or check on additional graduation requirements. If additional courses have been taken since the last application was submitted, the applicant may wish to submit an updated transcript with the application. SELECTION PROCESS Selection is based on a computerized random selection process from among the qualified applicants. Detailed information is available on the ARC nursing website. See document titled "Nursing Program Applicant Statistics". Only students who meet the educational and pre-nursing requirements and follow the enrollment procedures will be considered for the program. Meeting all requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Acceptance of pre-nursing courses taken outside the Los Rios Community College District will be determined by the Nursing Department Admissions Committee. ACCEPTANCE FOR ENROLLMENT Students will receive notification of acceptance for enrollment by mail approximately eight (8) weeks after the submission deadline. DO NOT call Enrollment Services, the Nursing Department, the Health and Education Division office, or the Counseling department, as phone verification will not be provided. Once accepted to the nursing program, students, at their own expense, must provide the following: a. Health History & Report of Medical Examination with required inoculations b. Current CPR certification (Professional Rescuer from American Red Cross or Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association) c. Proof of malpractice insurance (malpractice insurance is not refundable) d. Background check and drug screen (required by clinical facilities). Final acceptance into the nursing program is contingent upon approval of background check and drug screen results. Students accepted for enrollment into the program will be required to attend a mandatory orientation. Date, time, and location will be provided in the acceptance packet and in the ARC online schedule of classes. The "Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)" developed by Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) will be administered to all students accepted to the program. The "TEAS" will be used to identify areas of academic weakness that require remediation for successful performance in the program. A composite score of 67 will be required for program enrollment. Detailed information is available on the ARC nursing website. See document titled "Assessment Testing (TEAS) FOR ARC Nursing Program." American River College Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring of 6

6 CHECKLIST FOR FIRST-TIME APPLICANTS Transcript from an accredited high school in the U.S. with graduation date highlighted or GED scores or CHSPE Certificate of Proficiency or proof of an AA/AS degree or higher with an official transcript from a regionally accredited college in the U.S. Transcripts from a high school or college outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by a NACES approved independent agency and evaluated by an ARC counselor. Proof of reading eligibility with CTEP scores or college transcript showing completion of ENGRD 116, or comparable or higher level course, or completion of an AA/AS or higher from a regionally accredited college in the U.S. All college transcripts Course descriptions from all nursing prerequisite courses taken outside the Los Rios District from the college catalog from the year when the course was taken. Each description must clearly show the college name, the catalog year, and the page number. Note: Please refer to "ARC Nursing Program Articulation Grid" (document in progress) for courses outside LRCCD that do not require course descriptions. Copies of petitions for course equivalency approved by the appropriate department, if applicable Curriculum Planning Summary sheet completed by an ARC counselor Nursing application completed in its entirety Include all documents listed above in a 9" x 12" manila envelope with the following written on the front: RN Enrollment Application Packet," with your name, address and phone number. The envelope should be no larger than 9 x 12. If any item is missing, the application packet will not be processed. Submittal of material beyond what is required may cause denial of application. A stamped, self-addressed business envelope (4-1/8" x 9-1/2") placed in the manila envelope. Do not staple return envelope to the application Submit your enrollment packet to Enrollment Services at ARC by the stated deadline. The packet may be hand delivered or mailed to American River College, Enrollment Services, 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA CHECKLIST FOR QUALIFIED STUDENTS WHO ARE REAPPLYING A qualified reapplying application has a) previously applied to the ARC Nursing program, and b) was not chosen and received a letter stating that the application was complete. First page of the nursing application and the Supplemental Data sheet (detailed submission procedures can be found on the second and third pages of application) Support documentation is not required because previous application is on file in the nursing department A stamped, self-addressed business envelope (4-1/8" x 9-1/2") placed in the manila envelope. Do not staple return envelope to the application Place application in a manila envelope no larger than 9" x 12" with the following written on the front: "RN Enrollment Packet" with your name, address and phone number American River College Nursing Information and Enrollment Packet Spring of 6

7 American River College 4700 College Oak Drive Sacramento, CA ARC Reapplying Student? How many previous times: Previous Semester(s) & Year(s) Applied (This information will be verified). ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM APPLICATION FOR SPRING 2010 ENROLLMENT SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009, 5:00 PM Address or phone change since previous application? Yes No SCC Reapplying Student? How many previous times: Previous Semester(s) & Year(s) Applied (This information will be verified). Sacramento City College 3835 Freeport Blvd. Sacramento, CA NOTE: Students applying to American River College and Sacramento City College must complete SEPARATE APPLICATIONS. Address or phone change since previous application? Yes No Please Print or Type: Name Last First Middle Previous last name(s) that may appear on your records: LRCCD Student ID No. Mailing Address Number and Street City State Zip Code Telephone Numbers: Home Cell Work High School attended Graduate GED Test California High School Equivalency Exam Current Employer Job Title International Students Only: Currently SEVIS I-20 student? Applicant must provide unofficial U. S. high school transcript, GED scores, CHSPE Certificate of Proficiency, or official transcript awarding AA/AS degree or higher from a regionally accredited college. If applicant completed high school outside of the U. S., transcript must be evaluated by a NACES approved independent agency. List all regionally accredited colleges attended below. For equivalency evaluation of pre-nursing prerequisite courses completed outside the Los Rios Community College District, applicant must provide official transcripts and course descriptions from corresponding catalog/year. (Use back if needed) Name of Institution City and State Dates of Attendance Units Degree Received & Date Please fill in the following information for course work validation. Be sure to enter your information in detail. Prerequisite Courses College Course Name & Number Anatomy & Physiology BIOL 430 (5 units) Anatomy & Physiology BIOL 431 (5 units) Microbiology BIOL 440 or 442 (4 units) Semester & Year Completed Grade English ENGWR 300 Nutrition NUTRI 300 (ARC) FCS 340 (SCC) General Psychology PSYC 300 Human Development (Life Span) FCS 324 (Same as PSYC 370) (SCC only) If you have completed any of the following co-requisite courses to the Nursing program, please provide details. This is for future reference only. Sociology or Cultural Anthropology SOC 300 or ANTH 310 Speech or Group Discussion SPEECH 301 or 331 (ARC) COMM 301 or 331 (SCC) FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Science Courses Cumulative GPA (3.0) Support Courses Cumulative GPA (2.5) Applicant Signature (Required) ARC & SCC NURSING APPLICATION FOR SPRING 2010 PAGE 1 OF 4 Date

8 FIRST TIME APPLICANTS: AMERICAN RIVER COLLEGE COUNSELOR CHECKLIST OR SACRAMENTO CITY COLLEGE STUDENT CHECKLIST Transcript with graduation date highlighted from an accredited high school in the U.S., GED Scores, CHSPE Certificate of Proficiency, or AA/AS degree or higher documented on a regionally accredited college transcript. Transcripts from a high school or college outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by a NACES approved independent agency. Copy of written proof that reading eligibility has been met (waived for those with AA/AS degree or higher) ALL regionally accredited college transcripts, regardless of applicability to nursing requirements: UNOFFICIAL transcripts from colleges within the Los Rios Community College District (ARC, SCC, CRC, FLC) OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts from colleges outside the Los Rios Community College District Course descriptions of pre-nursing prerequisite courses completed outside of Los Rios Community College District for equivalency. (Course description must come from the corresponding catalog, including college name, year, and page number). Course equivalency approvals must be completed before application due date. Curriculum Planning Summary Sheet (ARC) or Educational Planner (SCC) from counseling appointment: ARC applicants must see ARC counselor (ARC application requires counselor's signature) SCC applicants must see SCC counselor (SCC application does not need counselor's signature) Enrollment application completed in its entirety Counselor's Signature (ARC) Date Student's Signature (ARC and SCC) Date QUALIFIED REAPPLYING APPLICANTS FOR ARC AND SCC The first page of the enrollment application must be completed in its entirety along with the Supplemental Data sheet. You do not need a Curriculum Planning Summary sheet. ARC APPLICANTS: You are a qualified reapplying student if you have previously applied to the ARC Nursing program and received a letter stating that the application was complete. SCC APPLICANTS: You are a qualified reapplying student if you have consecutively applied to the SCC Nursing program and received an eligible to reapply letter. Applicants who did not apply last semester and are reapplying from a previous semester must submit a complete application packet (transcripts, course descriptions etc.). LOS RIOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF AGE, COLOR, CREED, DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RACE OR SEX. ARC & SCC NURSING APPLICATION FOR SPRING 2010 PAGE 2 OF 4

9 APPLICATION SUBMISSION FOR ARC Your complete application packet for admission must be submitted to Enrollment Services - Admissions & Records in the main administration building by 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 16, Avoid having your application returned by following these procedures. 1. Place your packet in a 9 x 12 inch manila envelope labeled, "RN Enrollment Application Packet" with your Name, Address, and Phone Number on the front of the envelope. Make sure the envelope is no larger than 9 x You must include a self-addressed stamped #10 business envelope (4-1/8 x 9-1/2 inch). It will be used to notify you of your acceptance status for the program. Do not fold or staple the envelope to your application. 3. Your complete packet must be hand delivered or mailed to Enrollment Services. When delivering in person, please sign your name at the front desk. If you wish to submit your application by mail, you must prepare your packet as indicated in steps 1 and 2 above, placing items in an envelope addressed to: American River College, Enrollment Services, 4700 College Oak Dr., Sacramento, CA APPLICATION SUBMISSION FOR SCC Your complete application packet for admission must be received in the Science & Allied Health Division office by 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 16, Please follow these procedures in submitting your packet: 1. Place your packet in a 9 x 12 inch manila envelope labeled, "RN Enrollment Application Packet" with your Name, Address, and Phone Number on the front of the envelope. Make sure the envelope is no larger than 9 x You may hand deliver or mail your complete packet to the Science & Allied Health Division office. If you wish to submit your application by mail, you must prepare your packet as indicated in Item 1 above and enclose it in an envelope addressed to: Sacramento City College, Science and Allied Health Division, Mohr Hall, Room 18, 3835 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA IMPORTANT NOTES If any item is missing, the application packet will not be processed by ARC or SCC. Acceptance of pre-nursing courses taken outside the Los Rios Community College District will be determined by the Nursing department admissions committee. Students will receive notification of status by mail approximately eight (8) weeks after the submission deadline. Please do not call Admissions and Records, the Nursing department, or Counseling department, as phone verification will not be provided. Final acceptance into the nursing program is contingent upon approval of background check and drug screen results by the healthcare systems used for clinical rotations in the program. In accordance with Regulation 480 of the State Board of Registered Nursing, a person convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation, may not qualify to be licensed as a registered nurse. If there are any questions regarding this matter, please contact the State Board of Registered Nursing, or visit their website at ARC & SCC NURSING APPLICATION FOR SPRING 2010 PAGE 3 OF 4

10 SUPPLEMENTAL DATA The Board of Registered Nursing and the United States Department of Education require that we compile the ethnicity, gender and age for all students in nursing programs. The following information will be kept confidential and used for statistical purposes only. The data will be summarized eliminating the identity of any specific person. This form will be kept separate from your application. Thank you for your assistance. Name Male: Female: DOB: / / 1. ETHNICITY (Please check one) African American (1) American Indian / Alaskan Native (2) Filipino (3) Non Filipino, Asian or Pacific Islander (4) White, not Hispanic (5) Hispanic (6) Other (7) Unknown (8) Decline to provide (9) LRCCD Student ID# 2. LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN AT HOME 3. ARE YOU FLUENT IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LANGUAGES? (Please check all that apply) American Sign Language (1) Arabic (2) Chinese (3) Farsi (4) Russian (5) Spanish (6) Tagalog (7) Languages of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia (8) 4. Are you the first in your family to attend college? Yes No 5. Have you ever been a student at a college other than ARC/SCC? If so, please give the name and location of the college(s) you attended: (Use back of sheet if necessary). Name of Institution City/State Country 6. Have you ever served in the military? Yes No 7. Have you, or a member of your immediate family, had the opportunity to participate in alternative or non traditional medical treatment methods? (If needed for clarification, examples of alternative or non traditional medical treatment methods include: herbs, acupuncture, coining, and cupping.) Yes No ARC & SCC NURSING APPLICATION FOR SPRING 2010 PAGE 4 OF 4