Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum Program Information and Application Packet

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1 Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum Program Information and Application Packet PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum (NCLC) is designed to improve nursing career mobility and provide seamless progression from Practical Nursing (PN) to Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) education. The NCLC contains both the PN and the ADN Programs. Following successful completion of the PN program requirements, students may apply for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and have the option of continuing into the ADN program without further application or admission requirements. The Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum (NCLC) is rigorous and challenging. It requires a high level of student commitment and mastery of content in many academic areas. Important information about the Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum:. One-hundred-twenty (128) students are admitted in the fall semester. Nursing courses are offered primarily during the day/afternoon at the Livonia campus. First year or PN courses are scheduled into one 15 week fall semester, two 7 week winter sessions, one 7 week spring session, and one 4 week summer session (this course is optional for ADN students). To complete the ADN Program, the second year courses are scheduled into four 7 week sessions. In addition to lecture and laboratory, clinical practice is required. Students must meet requirements as designated by the department, college, and clinical facilities. Clinical sessions are offered on day or afternoon shifts with potential weekends rotations. Upon successful completion of the PN program, graduates may apply for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Upon successful completion of the ADN program, graduates may apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). The PN and ADN programs are approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and have received Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) national accreditation (formerly known as National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission-NLNAC). APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS The Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum Program (NCLC) application is attached to the end of this packet. Please complete the application after reviewing and completing the following: 1. Apply to Schoolcraft College Apply to Schoolcraft College on-line at 2. Transcripts It is recommended you request official undergraduate transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing college or university to Schoolcraft College Records Office. To confirm that transcripts have been received, contact the Answer Center & Help Line at Advising/Counseling and Assessment The nursing program requires minimum assessment levels of course work in the areas of math, reading, and writing. Students should meet with an academic advisor or counselor to develop an academic plan. Students with prior college level work or a degree may be exempt from general college placement testing. Students who have submitted ACT scores that are less than three years old to the Records Office may also be exempt from assessment testing. Contact the Academic Advising & Counseling Center at to make an appointment to discuss an academic plan and preparation for the TEAS (nursing entrance) exam. Nursing students should possess and maintain the following to be able to adequately communicate, make decisions, manipulate equipment, perform procedures, and provide indirect or direct quality care for clients in a variety of healthcare settings: 1. Sufficient intellectual, psychological, and emotional capabilities 2. Sufficient capacity to concentrate for sustained periods of time 3. Sufficient communication skills 4. Sufficient visual acuity 5. Sufficient auditory perception 6. Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination 7. Sufficient physical abilities and strength required to push, pull, transfer or move objects/clients utilizing safe patient handling techniques 8. Sufficient physical stamina to remain standing for long periods of time 4. Admission Exam Achieve the required minimum scores on the TEAS Online Version V Exam (Test of Essential Academic Skills) within two attempts. Exam scores are accepted from other institutions. Test scores are valid for 5 years unless the admission test requirement has changed. Minimum scores required are: Composite: 60% (Adjusted Individual Total Score), 68% Reading, 60% English, 60% Math, 50% Science. ATTACHMENT A lists detailed information about the test. (NET test scores, TEAS 4 scores, or any version other than TEAS V Online scores are not accepted.) Revised 3/20/14 Page 1 of 9

2 5. Biology & Chemistry Proficiency 6. Anatomy and Physiology College Prerequisite Complete two semesters of high school level courses in Biology and Chemistry with a 2.0/C or better in all courses during both semesters. High school transcripts must be submitted to the Records Office as proof of completion. - or - Complete Biology 050 and Chemistry 051 with a grade of 2.0/C or better in both courses. Complete BIOL 236 Complete BIOL 237 (prior to application) and BIOL 238 (prior to starting NCLC) Human Anatomy & Physiology with a grade of 3.0/B or better. - or - Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 with a grade of 3.0/B or better Principles of Human Anatomy & Physiology 2 with a grade of 3.0/B or better. (The BIOL 237 & 238 sequence is recommended for students planning to pursue a BSN in the future.) Time Limits: A & P courses must be no more than 5 years old these students may take BIOL 240 (Review of Anatomy & Physiology) if a grade of 3.0 or better in original A & P course. 7. Cumulative GPA Attain a 2.5/C+ or better cumulative grade point average for all supportive and prerequisite courses. 8. Apply to NCLC Program Complete the student portion of the application and meet with an advisor/counselor to sign off on the application. Submit the attached application to the Admissions and Welcome Center (see ATTACHMENT B). Applications are reviewed on a continual basis. All pre-requisites must be completed (with a grade entered) PRIOR to submission of application for the application to be considered for admission. SUPPORTING COURSES In addition to nursing courses, these supportive courses are part of the NCLC and must be successfully completed by all PN and ADN students. It is highly recommended to complete as many of these courses as possible prior to starting the NCLC. NURS 102 Nursing Informatics (semester prior to or during NURS 110 Fundamentals of Nursing)* NURS 104 Pharmacology (semester prior to or during NURS 110 Fundamentals of Nursing)* BIOL 114 Basic Human Nutrition (before or during NURS 110 Fundamentals of Nursing) PSYCH 201 Introductory Psychology (before or during NURS 110 Fundamentals of Nursing) PSYCH 229 Life-Span Developmental Psychology or PSYCH 239 Abnormal Psychology (prior to completion of 1 st year) Note: PSYCH 229 is recommended for student planning to go on to obtain a BSN degree. ENG 101 English Composition 1 (prior to completion of 1 st year) *Nursing students must achieve an 80% or higher in all nursing courses including NURS 102 or NURS 104. Students who are unsuccessful in or withdraw from NURS 102 or NURS 104 prior to the start of NURS 110 Fundamentals in the Fall, must repeat the course(s) concurrently with NURS 110. Students who are unsuccessful or withdraw from NURS 104, may only retake this course one time. ADN students must also complete: MATH 113 Intermediate Algebra (prior to program completion) ENG 102 English Composition 2 (prior to program completion) HUM 106 Introduction to Art and Music or any other General Education Humanities Course (prior to completion of program) COLLEGE SUCCESS COURSE To provide students an opportunity to develop the skills necessary for the demanding field of nursing education, the College offers a nursing specific section of COLLS 130 (Applied Learning Theory for Nursing Majors). This course provides instruction on reading efficiency and speed techniques, learning/study strategies, and critical thinking/test taking skills using nursing materials and concepts. Students can contact the Academic Advisory & Counseling Center at (734) for more information. OTHER PROGRAM NOTES Nursing courses must be taken in sequence or assigned rotation. A minimum grade of 80% in each nursing course is required for progression to the next nursing course. Computer lab usage is required in this program. All nursing courses utilize computerized assignments and on-line testing. Estimated tuition and fees for the NCLC Program are included on Page 3. Students are required to have a physical exam and meet other health requirements including a negative urine drug screen. Students will need to have a criminal background done by Schoolcraft and must also maintain any required health/clinical requirements. Specific information regarding all requirements will be provided after acceptance. Revised 3/20/14 Page 2 of 9

3 ACCEPTANCE The order of acceptance of qualified applicants will be based on the date the College receives a valid application. An application is valid only if all of the requirements listed in this document have been met. In the event more than one qualified student applies on the same day for the last remaining spot, the applicant with the highest cumulative grade point average in the prerequisite courses will be selected. Any incomplete applications received from a student will be returned. Applications can be resubmitted when all of the requirements have been met. Students will receive required forms and procedures via US mail or upon review of application. REGISTRATION PROCEDURE An authorization to register is only issued by the Nursing Office upon completion of the previous requirements as listed. Additional detailed information is available in the Nursing Office ( ext. 5662), located in the Applied Sciences Building, Room 510. PLEASE NOTE: Requirements for admission to the NCLC program are subject to change at any time. If you have any questions or need updates on application changes, contact the Nursing Office at ext ESTIMATION OF TUITION AND FEES ESTIMATE OF TUITION AND FEES NURSING CAREER LADDER CURRICULUM PN Program ADN Program Resident Non-Resident Resident Non-Resident Tuition $4, $6, $6, $9, Registration Fees $ $ $ $ Instructional/Equipment Fees $ $ $ $ Service Fee $ $ $ $ Course Fees $2, $2, $3, $3, Additional Expenses (Approximate) Books ACE Passport Uniform Clinical Supplies (penlight, scissors, stethoscope) Hepatitis B Vaccine (optional) Graduation photo (optional) ($30.00) Application fee for Licensure & NCLEX (after program completion) $1, $50.00 $ $60.00 $ $30.00 $ $1, $50.00 $ $60.00 $ $30.00 $ $1, $ $ $60.00 $ $30.00 $ $1, $ $ $60.00 $ $30.00 $ TOTAL $9, $11, $13, $16, The above figures are based on rates and are subject to change. A Resident student is one whose legal residence is in the school District of Clarenceville, Garden City, Livonia, Northville, Plymouth-Canton or parts of Novi. All other students are Non-Residents. NOTE: Requirements for admission to the Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum are subject to change at any time. Please contact the Admissions and Welcome Center for updates of any applicable changes. Phone: Fax: admissions@schoolcraft.edu Web: It is the policy of Schoolcraft College that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, creed, or handicap, be excluded from participating in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. Revised 3/20/14 Page 3 of 9

4 ADMISSION EXAM: Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) GENERAL INFORMATION: It is highly recommended you meet with counseling prior to taking the TEAS exam. The TEAS online version V is a multiple-choice exam. ATTACHMENT A The TEAS online version V exam may only be taken a maximum of two times. Results are valid for 5 years unless the admission test requirement has changed. (NET test scores, TEAS 4 scores, or any version other than TEAS V Online scores are not accepted.) For positive identification, a driver s license or Schoolcraft student photo ID is necessary for admission to the Testing Center (MC 222) on the date of the test. You need to create an account with ATI Testing by establishing a username and password. You must bring your username and password on your test day. See instructions on page 7 to create your account. COST: The TEAS fee for tests through June 30, 2014 is $ The new TEAS fee of $75.00 will be in effect for all exams after July 1, The fee is non-refundable and non-transferable must be paid to register and to take the TEAS at Schoolcraft College. Fees are subject to change. TEAS PREPARATION: A TEAS study manual for preparation is available for purchase in the Schoolcraft College Bookstore or can be purchased online at An online practice test can also be purchased from the ATI testing website. A TEAS Preparation Workshop is also offered through Schoolcraft College Continuing Education. Please contact for more information. MINIMAL SCORES: The required minimal scores for acceptance to the NCLC program at Schoolcraft College are: Composite 60% (Adjusted Individual Total Score), 68% Reading, 60% English, 60% Math, 50% Science. Minimal scores must be achieved within 2 attempts. Individual test results will be available online at Students will not receive a letter stating if they passed or failed as students can access their own results online and compare them with the minimum scores listed. See below for retaking the TEAS exam. RETAKING THE TEAS EXAM: Students who score below the minimum TEAS scores on their first attempt should meet with an academic advisor or counselor and may need to take the Accuplacer (CPT) test for placement advisement. Students scoring below the Nursing Program level on the CPT will be required to utilize support services and/or complete courses as recommended. Upon completion of the required follow-up, the student may retake the TEAS exam at Schoolcraft or another testing site. Only one retake score will be accepted for the Nursing Program-students must achieve the necessary scores within two attempts on Version 5 online only. QUESTIONS: For more information call the Testing Center at TEAS REGISTRATION: 1. Complete the registration form and return it with a check or money order payable to Schoolcraft College. Seating is limited; refer to for date availability or contact the Testing Center at The TEAS fee for tests through June 30, 2014 is $ The new TEAS fee of $75.00 will be in effect for all exams after July 1, Your TEAS registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. 3. Your driver s license or Schoolcraft student photo ID is necessary for admission to the Testing Center (MC 222). 4. You are required to create an ATI account. Your ATI account information is necessary to sit for the TEAS exam. You will not be permitted to sit for the exam without it. See instructions on page 5 to create your account. Revised 3/10/14 Page 4 of 9

5 How to Create an Account with ATI Testing In order to take the TEAS Test you must create an account with ATI Testing and bring your ATI username and password with you on your testing day. Instructions are as follows. (Note: if you already created a User Account when taking the TEAS practice test with ATI, do NOT create a second account number. How to establish your personal username and password with ATI: 1. Go online and access the ATI website, On the left hand side of the page enter a username and password for yourself. (Write them down; you will need them later.) 2. Click on Sign in. 3. Complete the User Information Page personal, password retrieval, institution and home information. 4. Click register at the bottom of the page. 5. Print out the square with your name and ATI username. You cannot test without your Username and Password. It will look like this sample: Your name appears here Your ATI Username appears here Bring your ATI Username and Password to the TEAS Test at Schoolcraft College. When you want to get back into the ATI site to print out your username go to Enter the username and password you have established. Individual test scores will be available online at Please retain your username and password. If you are admitted to the nursing program, this login will continue to be your personal identifier with ATI. Revised 3/10/14 Page 5 of 9

6 Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Registration Form Student # Name Address Number/Street City State/Zip code Phone ( ) Area code Click on TEAS Test s for available dates. Or contact the Testing Center at for available test dates and times. AVAILABLE DATES FILL UP QUICKLY. PLEASE INDICATE A FIRST AND SECOND CHOICE DATE. First Choice : Second Choice : A confirmation of your test date will be sent to you. Are you a Schoolcraft College student? Select one: YES NO Have you taken the TEAS Version 5 online test before? Select one: YES NO If yes, I verify that I have been informed to meet with a counselor and I have completed recommendations before this retake or I waive this recommendation. Select one: YES NO I have included a check or money order payable to Schoolcraft College for the non-refundable and non-transferable fee. Payment must be included with this registration form. Fees are subject to change. The TEAS fee for tests through June 30, 2014 is $ The new TEAS fee of $75.00 will be in effect for all exams after July 1, I understand I will not be able to take the TEAS test on test day without my USER NAME AND PASSWORD. I must also bring a photo ID. Signature Return this completed form and payment to: Schoolcraft College Testing Center Haggerty Rd. Livonia, MI Revised 3/26/14 Page 6 of 9

7 ATTACHMENT B Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum Application This application is required for the Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum Program. You may submit this application to the Admissions and Enrollment Center after you complete the following: 1) Admission to Schoolcraft College. 2) Review and meet all requirements on this application. Program requirements are subject to change. 3) Submit appropriate transcripts to the Records Office and complete assessment requirement unless exempt. 4) Meet with an academic advisor/counselor to review your progress toward meeting program requirements and to obtain appropriate signatures. 5) Completion of all sections of this application with signatures from an academic advisor or counselor is required for the application to be considered for the NCLC Program. Return application to the Admissions and Welcome Center. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. In the event several applications are received on the same day for the remaining slots, the student with the highest GPA for the prerequisite courses will be admitted first. 6) Applications from non-qualified student are returned and may be resubmitted after the admission requirements are complete. Section I: To be completed by student Demographic information on this application must match the information on record in the Registration Center Schoolcraft College. Name Address Last Name First Middle Former (If Applicable) Number Street Apt. City State Zip + 4 Digit Code Cell Phone ( ) Home Phone ( ) Student Number Birth Month / Day Social Security Number Last 4 Digits It is the policy of Schoolcraft College that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, creed, or handicap, be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. Section II: To be completed with Academic Advisor or Counselor THE ITEMS IN SECTION II ARE REQUIRED. MEET WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR OR COUNSELOR TO OBTAIN APPROPRIATE INITIALS/SIGNATURES BEFORE APPLYING TO THE PROGRAM. Part A: COLLEGE ASSESSMENT TESTING Take a college assessment test unless you are exempt (approved by an academic advisor or counselor). Student: has taken assessment test or is exempt Counselor or Academic Advisor Revised 3/26/14 Page 7 of 9

8 Part B: PROFICIENCY Attain the minimum Assessment Scores listed below or successfully complete appropriate developmental courses to improve your skills. Assessment Test Scores are valid for up to three years. Minimum Scores: ACT Accuplacer Sentence Skills Reading Comprehension Arithmetic /78 + Student: Test Score or Course has met minimum English score or has met minimum Reading score or has met minimum Math score or has successfully completed ENG 055 with a 2.0/C or better has successfully completed COLLS 053 with a 2.0/C or better has successfully completed MTH 053 with a 2.0/C or better Part C: HS CHEM or equivalent. Complete two semesters of high school level courses in Chemistry with a 2.0/C or better in all courses during both semesters. High school transcripts must be submitted to the Registration Center as proof of completion. Student: has successfully completed two semesters of high school chemistry (2.0/C or better) (verified by transcript) or has successfully completed CHEM 051 at Schoolcraft College (2.0/C or better) OR has successfully completed at with a grade of Part D: BIOL 236 or (BIOL 237 and BIOL 238) (BIOL 237 is needed for application acceptance and BIOL238 must be completed prior to the beginning of the program.) has successfully completed BIOL 236 (3.0/B or better) or has successfully completed at has successfully completed BIOL 237 (3.0 or better) (If BIOL 237 is a qualifying class; BIOL 238 (3.0 or better) must be completed prior to beginning the program.) or with a grade of has successfully completed BIOL 240 Refresher Course (with a 3.0/B or better) if original A & P course(s) more than 5 years old and student achieved 3.0/B or higher in original course(s) Part E: NURSING ADMISSIONS TEAS EXAM Achieve the required minimum scores on the TEAS Online Version V Exam (Test of Essential Academic Skills) within two attempts. Exam scores are accepted from other institutions. Test scores are valid for 5 years unless the admission test requirement has changed. Minimum scores required are: Composite: 60% (Adjusted Individual Total Score), 68% Reading, 60% English, 60% Math, 50% Science. ATTACHMENT A lists detailed information about the test. (NET test scores, TEAS 4 scores, or any version other than TEAS V Online scores are not accepted.) has achieved the minimum scores on the TEAS Online Version V within 2 attempts Revised 3/26/14 Page 8 of 9

9 Part F: CUMULATIVE COLLEGE GPA Attain a 2.5/C+ or better cumulative grade point average for all supportive and prerequisite courses. Student: has a 2.5/C+ or better cumulative grade point average for all supportive and prerequisite courses. Academic Advisor or Counselor Print Advisor/Counselor Name Signature Section III: Application to be signed by student Applicant Signature RETURN TO: Admissions and Welcome Center, McDowell Center Schoolcraft College Haggerty Road Livonia, MI Phone: Fax: DATE RECEIVED: (plus stamp on page one) Revised 3/26/14 Page 9 of 9