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1 Please take this opportunity to silence your phones. ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM ADMISSION PROCESS

2 ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE President and CEO: Dr. Augusta Julian Vice President of Academic Affairs: Dr. Dave Hellmich Dean of Academic Affairs: Dr. Bonnie Nicholson Assistant Dean, Nursing Division: Karen Mayo Program Coordinators, Associate Degree Nursing: Lise Roemmele, Cooper Campus Dixie Webb, Lawrenceburg Campuses

3 ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING MISSION STATEMENT The Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares program graduates to write the National Council Licensure Examination to become registered nurses. The program curriculum combines general education and nursing education and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The program faculty support lifelong learning and workforce development through faculty efforts in continuing education and community service.

4 CHANGES TO THE ADMISSION TO THE ADN PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Effective for Fall 2012: New Nursing Curriculum new prefixes and change of order of co-requisite courses Nursing Assistant course must be taken within one (1) year of beginning the Nursing Program or active status on the Medicaid Nurse Aide Registry All applicants must take the PAX-RN NLN Exam within three (3) years of beginning the Nursing program

5 CURRICULUM -- FIRST YEAR Summer Mathematics* 3 (MAT 110, MA 111,MAT 150 or higher) PSY BIO 137* 4 CNA or NAA within 1 year Computer Literacy course * Letter grade of C is required for all nursing courses, biology, and math courses.

6 FIRST YEAR- FALL NSG 101 (Nursing I) 9 BIO 139** 4 PSY 223** 3 **Credits earned in biology and psychology courses that are 6 years or older must be updated.

7 FIRST YEAR- SPRING SEMESTER NSG NSG NSG ENG COMMUNICATION 3 (COM 181, 252, 281)

8 SECOND YEAR- FALL SEMESTER NSG NSG BIO 225** 4 ENG **Credits earned in biology courses that are 6 years or older must be updated

9 SECOND YEAR- SPRING SEMESTER NSG NSG NSG Heritage/Humanities/ Language 3

10 PREFERENCE CATEGORIES Bachelors Degree Associate Degree Credit Hours > 30 hours Credit Hours> 15 hours GPA NLN PAX-RN Verbal score NLN PAX-RN Comprehensive score

11 TECHNICAL STANDARDS Visual acuity Auditory perception Gross and fine motor coordination Communication skills Intellectual and emotional function

12 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROGRAM Immunizations: Hepatitis B series MMR (2) Varicella TB screening CPR (Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer) Nurse Assistant Class (current within 1 year) Criminal Background Check Crime Conviction Form signature

13 FAQ How long does it take to complete the ADN program? Five semesters Can I finish quicker if I take more nursing courses per semester? No. Each nursing course must be taken prior to or concurrent with the semester sequence in which you are enrolled. What grade do I need to make to pass a nursing course? C = 77% Do you accept nursing courses from other nursing programs? If you have taken courses in another program, you must make an appointment with the Program Coordinator to review your transcript. How many days per week do I need to be on campus? Four days What degree will I graduate with when I complete the program? Associate in Applied Science- Nursing

14 FAQ CONTINUE Where will I be able to work? Hospitals, long term care facilities, clinics, home health How many students does the program admit? 90 at Cooper campus and 40 at Lawrenceburg campus Can I work while I am in nursing school? Yes, but it is not recommend to exceed 20 hours per week. Where do we go to do clinicals? St Joseph s Hospital, University of KY, Central Baptist, VA Medical Center

15 FAQ (continue) What is the difference between a BSN nurse and ADN nurse? There are three tracks to become a RN, BSN, ADN, Diploma. All three programs, graduates sit for the NCLEX exam and will become licensed as a RN What does the job market look like for RN s in the Bluegrass area? In the past three years, 90% of our graduates were working as RN s by six months post graduation. Can I take some nursing courses prior to be accepted into the program? No, you must be first accepted into the program before you can take any nursing courses. We encourage you to take the co-requisites prior to starting the program.

16 FAQ (continue) Can I take any courses on-line? Currently we do not have a long-distance program. Only the pharmacology courses will be done online. Can I apply to the program before taking the pre-requisites courses? Yes you can. You will be admitted on the contingency that the prerequisites will be completed prior to starting the program. How much does the nursing program cost? Not including tuition, approximately $ In addition you will be required to purchase a wireless device, a standardized test, NCLEX prep resources, and a skills pack each semester.

THINKING ABOUT BECOMING AN RN: COMPLETE YOUR ADN EASY STEP PROCESS FOR NON-LICENSED NURSING PERSONNEL AND LPN S WHO ARE READY TO START BACK TO SCHOOL

THINKING ABOUT BECOMING AN RN: COMPLETE YOUR ADN EASY STEP PROCESS FOR NON-LICENSED NURSING PERSONNEL AND LPN S WHO ARE READY TO START BACK TO SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE Program Coordinators, Associate