Health Sciences Information Session Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Program (RN to BSN)

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1 -an equal opportunity college- Health Sciences Information Session Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Program (RN to BSN) Full Time and Part Time options available. Application deadlines are: January acceptance Applications accepted through October 1 of the preceding calendar year August acceptance Applications accepted through May 1 of the same calendar year Welcome to the Online Information Session for the College of Central Florida Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (RN to BSN) program! This information is intended for those interested in becoming RN to BSN nurses through the CF program. We hope you find this information clear and helpful. At the end of this online program you will have an opportunity to give us input or ask questions about this session. Please let us know how we can improve the information to make it more beneficial to our future students! The Associate of Science Degree in Nursing to Bachelors of Science in Nursing Degree (RN to BSN) will allow associate degree registered nurses to advance their education, facilitate entry into graduate nursing programs, and support meeting the Institute for Medicine s call for 80 percent of nursing staffs to be BSN prepared by At the graduate level, nurses will prepare for advanced clinical positions and for nursing faculty positions, meeting additional needs for nurses in primary care and as nursing program faculty educating new nurses. The RN to BSN program is a "limited access" program. Students must submit a separate application for this program. See subsequent section. CF's service district is Marion, Citrus and Levy counties. In district residents will be accepted into the RN to BSN program before any consideration can be given to out of district applicants. Falsification of residency information on the RN to BSN application will result in withdrawal from the application pool. The RN to BSN program is 120 credit hours and leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and is pending accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN, formerly NLNAC), 4 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 80, Atlanta, GA (866) Students must attain a grade of C or better in all courses, nonnursing and nursing, that are a part of the program. Note: in nursing courses (those with NUR prefix) a C grade is 7. The GPA of 2. for nursing includes general education and lower division courses specific to the nursing programs as well as the courses with the NUR prefix. This bachelor degree program is designed to articulate with State of Florida University System (SUS) graduate degree in nursing programs. 1

2 RN to BSN Requirements Criteria for Application Be admitted to CF in good standing 2.0 college GPA 2. GPA or higher in general education and lower division courses specific to the nursing programs as well as the courses with the NUR prefix All general education and lower division course requirements must be completed, or currently enrolled in, to have conditional acceptance. Applications can be submitted during the application period if currently enrolled in general education or lower division courses, but all must be completed with a grade of C or higher in order to have final acceptance to the program Submit RN to BSN program application with a copy of an active unencumbered Florida RN license. Recent ADN graduates must attain an active, unencumbered Florida RN license prior to second semester of upper division nursing courses. CF Service Area; Marion, Citrus and Levy county applicants will have priority seating General Education and Lower Division Courses Required Note: A minimum 2. GPA must be achieved in order to enter the program. The courses assessed for this GPA include general education and lower division courses specific to the nursing programs as well as the courses with the NUR prefix. Potential students must have completed an Associate Degree in Nursing, general education and lower division courses prior to starting the RN to BSN program. Any courses not completed at the time of application must be successfully completed before the first day of RN to BSN classes. Applicants must meet with one of the Health Sciences academic advisors (by appointment only; call extension 1274) prior to submitting program application. The Health Sciences academic advisor will provide the student with a form that must be attached to the RN to BSN application. General Education Courses Course Course Credit Number Title Hours HUN 1201 Human Nutrition PSY 2012 General Psychology MCB 2010C Microbiology with Laboratory 4 BSC 208C Human Anatomy & Physiology I With laboratory 4 MAC 110 College Algebra or higher level STA 202 Elementary Statistics ENC 1101 Freshman Composition Skills I BSC 2086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II With laboratory 4 DEP 2004 Human Growth and Development HUM 1020 Introduction to the Humanities or equivalent ENC 1102 Freshman Composition Skills II Total Credit Hours 6 BSN Lower Division Required Courses CHM 102 Chemistry SYG 2000 Introductory Sociology Total Credit Hours 6 2

3 BSN Upper Division Required Courses NUR 82 Professional Socialization Seminar NUR 846 Nursing Theory & Philosophy NUR 066C Advanced Nursing Health Assessment w/lab NUR 4667 Global Health Care Issues & Trends In Professional Nursing NUR 487 Health Care Policies & Economics NUR 4776C Evidence Based Clinical Judgment w/lab 4 NUR 416 Nursing Research NUR 4827 Nursing Leadership & Management NUR 466C Community Nursing with Lab NUR 490 Professional Role Development & Transition to Practice Total Credit Hours 9 ADN Courses accepted for RN to BSN NUR 1142 Introduction to Pharmacology 2 NUR 1022C Introduction to Nursing 4 NUR 1024C Nursing I NUR 170C Nursing II 9 NUR 272C Nursing III 9 NUR 180 Socialization into Nursing III 2 NUR 274C Nursing IV 10 Total 9 Total Credit Hours for RN to BSN 120

4 RN to BSN Program Options To meet the needs of our students, CF offers two options for completing the RN to BSN program: Full Time students may be admitted to the full time option in both January (spring term) and August (fall term). The nursing courses are offered over four semesters (spring/fall only). The nursing courses during each of the four semesters total 8 11 credit hours per semester (see schedule below). Part Time students may be admitted to the part time option in both January (spring term) and August (fall term). The nursing courses are offered over three years. The nursing courses during each of the seven semesters total 7 credit hours per semester (see schedule below). Course Modality The RN to BSN program is offered in hybrid sessions. A hybrid modality consists of a minimum 20 percent face to face interaction and a maximum of 80 percent online interaction. RN to BSN Upper Division Courses Schedule FULL TIME PROGRAM PART TIME PROGRAM Semester/Courses Credit Hrs. Semester/Courses Semester One (Spring or Fall only) NUR 82:Professional Socialization (first 8 weeks) NUR 846:Nursing Theory and Philosophy (second 8 weeks) Semester One Total Semester Two 11 NUR 066C: Advanced Nursing Health Assessment with Lab (full semester) Semester Two Total Semester Three NUR 4667: Global Health Issues And Trends in Professional Nursing (full semester) Semester Three Total 8 Semester Four NUR 487: Health Care Policies and Economics (first half of semester) NUR 416:Nursing Research (full semester) Semester Four Total Semester Five NUR 4776C: Evidence Based Clinical Judgment With Lab (full semester) 11 NUR 4827: Nursing Leadership and Management (second half of semester) Semester Five Total Semester Six 4 NUR 466C: Community Nursing with Lab (full semester) Semester Six Total Semester Seven 9 NUR 490: Professional Role Development and Transition to Practice (full semester) Semester Seven Total Semester One (Spring or Fall only) NUR 82:Professional Socialization (first 8 weeks) NUR 846:Nursing Theory and Philosophy (second 8 weeks) NUR 066C: Advanced Nursing Health Assessment with Lab (16 weeks) Semester One Total Semester Two NUR 4667: Global Health Issues And Trends in Professional Nursing (full semester) NUR 416: Nursing Research (full semester) Semester Two Total Semester Three NUR 487: Health Care Policies and Economics (first half of semester) NUR 4827: Nursing Leadership and Management (second half of semester) NUR 466C: Community Nursing with Lab (full semester) Semester Three Total Semester Four NUR 4776C: Evidence Based Clinical Judgment with Lab (full semester) NUR 490: Professional Role Development and Transition to Practice (full semester) Semester Four Total Total FULL TIME Upper Division Credit Hours 9 Total PART TIME Upper Division Credit Hours 9 Credit Hrs

5 Estimated Cost of the RN to BSN Program Approximate costs including both required and optional materials, books, and equipment. Costs may or may not be covered by financial aid. Individuals may opt to purchase additional supplies and items such as rolling tote bags, ink cartridges, etc. Tuition General Education & Lower Level Courses: Florida Resident: (minimum of one year residency in Florida) $ per credit hour * Non Resident: $ per credit hour * BSN Upper Division Courses: (9 credit hours) Florida Resident: (minimum of one year residency in Florida) $ per credit hour Non Resident: $70.77 per credit hour Total Varies Varies $4,800 $22,260.0 *There are 81 credit hours of general education and lower level courses required. However, most if not all courses, may have been completed prior to application to the RN to BSN program. Student transcripts will be reviewed by a Health Sciences advisor to determine if general education or lower level courses are needed. First Term Expenses College Application Fee 0.00 Lab Coat 0.00 Patch & Rocker Set (for lab coat) 8.00 Nursing Texts *Health Certificate 7.00 *PPD (if needed) 1.00 *Immunizations (if needed) *CPR Card Criminal Background Check.00 Lab Fee 7.00 Professional Liability Insurance 12.0 Accident Insurance Subtotal $1,1.0 Final Term Expenses: CF Graduation Fee (graduation application required, but there is no fee) Graduation Photo (optional) 0.00 Nursing Pin (optional) Miscellaneous Supplies/Expenses 0.00 Subtotal $ TOTAL $1,49.0 Florida Resident Non Resident Tuition (upper division courses) $ 4, $ 22,260.0 Expenses 1,49.0 1,49.0 Estimated Cost (upper division courses) $ 6,29.0 $ 2,7. *all items required on the Health Certificate and CPR certification must remain current while in the program. Students should be attentive to the date of obtaining requirements through expiration; this is concurrent for any student transferring directly from CF s ADN program. Financial Aid The RN to BSN program qualifies for Financial Aid. Consult Financial Aid to assist with funding. Scholarships For more information about scholarships, visit

6 Application Process CF has an open door policy; however, the nursing program is limited access. This means you must apply separately to the RN to BSN program. Applying to College of Central Florida and to the RN to BSN program are two separate processes. Requirements for application to the RN to BSN program: 1. College of Central Florida Application All applicants to the RN to BSN program must submit the College of Central Florida application and be accepted to CF as a student in good standing prior to applying to the Nursing Program. This process is totally online; see requirements at the following link: Starting and Succeeding at CF. Major code B20. Bachelor application fee is $0.00. This applies to new CF applicants and previous CF students who have not applied for a bachelor program. Acceptance to the college does not guarantee acceptance to the nursing program, a separate application must be submitted to the Nursing Program. 2. Information Session All applicants for the RN to BSN program MUST complete the RN to BSN Online Information Session prior to submitting an application to the program. Upon completion of this Online Information Session, follow the instruction to submit verification.. Academic Requirements A minimum 2. GPA must be achieved in order to enter the program. The courses assessed for this GPA include general education and lower division courses specific to the nursing programs as well as the courses with the NUR prefix. An all college level GPA must be 2.00 or higher. Admission will be based on GPA of general education and lower division courses specific to the nursing programs as well as the courses with the NUR prefix. 4. General Education and Lower Division Course Requirements Applicants must have completed or be currently enrolled in all general education and lower division courses prior to starting the upper division nursing courses with a minimum 2. GPA in those courses. A grade of C or higher is required for all general education and lower division courses for admission to the RN to BSN program. Admission will be rescinded for those not meeting this criteria.. Transfer Students Will be evaluated on a case by case basis. 6. RN to BSN Application Application to the RN to BSN program must be completed and submitted with documentation required (refer to check list on page 9). This application can be downloaded at 7. RN License Applicants must submit an active, unencumbered Florida RN license. Recent ADN graduates must attain an active, unencumbered Florida RN license prior to second semester of upper division nursing courses. 6

7 8. Applicant Residence College of Central Florida s service area is Marion, Citrus, and Levy Counties. In district residents will be accepted into the RN to BSN program before any consideration can be given to out of district applicants. Falsification of residency information on the RN to BSN application will result in withdrawal from the applicant pool or program. EXCEPTION: Applicants living in a neighboring county, but having completed courses at CF may petition the Admission Committee for an exception to the residency criterion. Submit a letter of petition with your application. Application Submission Periods Applications for the RN to BSN program will be accepted in the Nursing Office, Ocala Campus Building 19 Room 111. Application deadlines for both Full and Part Time options January acceptance Applications accepted through October 1 of the preceding calendar year August acceptance Applications accepted through May 1 of the same calendar year Hours for the Nursing Office, Bldg 19, Room 111 CF regular business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:0 p.m., Monday Friday. CF summer hours are 7:0 a.m. to :0 p.m., Monday Thursday, closed on Friday. All applications submitted during these time periods will be given equal consideration. Date and time of application submission are NOT criteria for acceptance in the program. Selection of Candidates The selection process will be completed by an admission committee. Each application will be reviewed to ensure that the applicant meets minimum admission criteria and again to calculate GPA for admission. Applicants who meet minimum criteria will have a GPA calculated and will be ranked in order of GPA (highest to lowest). Applicants with the highest GPA will be selected for the class until the class is full. Notification of Applicants All applicants will be notified by mail of their status of application within four weeks of the application deadline. Notify the Health Sciences Office, Building 19, Room 111, phone , ext. 149, of any change of address, phone number or address. Once accepted into the RN to BSN program The following required steps must be taken by students who receive a letter of matriculation into the RN to BSN program: 1. Acknowledgment of Acceptance Form Return this form indicating whether you accept or decline admission to the program to the Nursing Office, Ocala Campus, Building 19, Room 111 by the date specified in the conditional acceptance letter. 2. Complete a Criminal Background Check CF Health Sciences Division must initiate background checks on its students. This check should be conducted after receiving an acceptance letter. The fingerprinting must be completed at CF and instructions for initiating the check will be included in the acceptance letter. The receipt given by CF after the Background Check is completed must be submitted to the Nursing Office by the date indicated in the conditional acceptance letter. 7

8 Note: Arrest/Conviction Any applicant to the RN to BSN program who has been arrested or convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation should refer to the Florida Statutes, Chapter 46 and Chapter 464 regarding licensure as a registered nurse. Individuals with a criminal history may not be eligible for admission to Health Sciences programs.. Health Sciences Health Certificate Form Students must be physically and emotionally healthy to administer safe nursing care. Health certificates are valid for ONE YEAR from the date of the health care provider's signature. Health certificate forms may be completed by an advanced registered nurse practitioner, physician's assistant or licensed physician (MD or DO). Note: Certificates may not be signed by a chiropractic physician. A Health certificate form will be enclosed with the acceptance letter. All items required on the Health certificate and CPR certification must remain current while in the RN to BSN program. REQUIREMENTS FOR HEALTH SCIENCES STUDENTS Participants in Health Sciences programs are required to: walk the equivalent of five miles per day withstand varied environmental conditions (heat, cold, moisture) grip, reach above shoulder level, bend at the knee, squat, stoop and crawl sit or stand for prolonged periods of time perform CPR lift a minimum of 0 lbs. (12 lbs. for EMS programs) manipulate small objects dexterously tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, detergents, body fluids, latex, and infectious materials distinguish colors see objects as small as 1mm hear subtle sounds (Korotkoff s sounds, heart sounds) communicate clearly and correctly in writing and verbally accept constructive criticism cope with a high level of stress concentrate, prioritize, and make fast decisions under pressure cope with anger, fear, hostility, or confrontation in a calm manner be flexible and self directed problem solve follow directions demonstrate a high degree of patience 4. CPR Certification Students must have a current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers Certification. The program accepts only the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Health Care Provider card, the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer (two person rescue, adult, infant/child) or the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) CPR Pro card. Note: Liability Insurance All nursing students are required to carry professional liability insurance. The insurance carrier is retained by the college. Payment for this coverage will be included in a student s tuition and fees. This insurance is ONLY in effect for students while in the program as part of a CF Health Sciences program and does NOT cover any outside employment activities. 8

9 RN to BSN Applicant Check List It is the applicant s responsibility to be sure admission requirements are met according to the current online information session. No notices will be sent. The following is the applicant check list: Completed general admission requirements to College of Central Florida. Major code B20 to designate program of study. See general admission procedure at: Completed the RN to BSN application (this is separate from the CF admission application) Included on the application, date the mandatory online RN to BSN program Information Session was completed Attach to the application, a copy of your active, unencumbered Florida RN license, or, date your NCLEX RN is scheduled (an active, unencumbered Florida RN license must be attained prior to starting second semester of upper division nursing courses) Met with a Health Sciences Academic Advisor and have attached, from this appointment, the Advising Record and Degree Audit Made copies of your application and attachments for your records Reminder: RN to BSN applications are only accepted at the Nursing Office, Ocala Campus, Building 19, Room 111, by the application deadline. Late applications will be considered for the next available admission cycle. Submit all required documentation with application Your application will be processed only when all the above requirements are met If accepted to the RN to BSN program the following must be completed: Submit the Acknowledgment of Acceptance form to the Nursing Office by the date indicated in the conditional acceptance letter Complete a Criminal Background Check, submit receipt to the Nursing Office by the date indicated in the conditional acceptance letter Submit completed physical examination form and immunization record by the date indicated in the conditional acceptance letter Submit a signed copy of a current CPR card by the date indicated in the conditional acceptance letter 9

10 For Quick Reference: College of Central Florida Ocala Campus 001 SW College Road Ocala FL 4474 Operator: or, automated: (enter the extension) Health Sciences Nursing Office.Building 19, extension 149 Health Sciences Academic Advisor.Building, ext Other Important Numbers ext. 801 College Admissions and Records Office, Building ext. 801 College Financial Aid Office, Building ext. 164 College Testing Center, Building Bookstore, Building 6 CF offers a variety of support services for registered students. Most of these are listed in the catalog or the CF website: If you need assistance and do not know what services are available, contact a Health Sciences advisor, a faculty member, or the dean of Health Sciences. Services include, but are not limited to: Child Care Learning Resources Writing Center E Learning Access Services Career Center Food Services Student Activities Student Assistance Program (counseling) Early Alert (academic assistance) Financial Aid Dreamkeepers Information and procedures contained here are subject to change without notice. If it has been several months since you completed an information session, it is in your best interest to review the information once again to learn about any changes. The content of this document is informational only and not intended to be contractual in nature. Important We need to know you have completed this Online Information Session Go to Make sure you provide name, etc. and click the Submit button so we will know you have completed this first step. You may submit questions on this page, as well as print the program application when you are ready to apply to the program. Also at that site, there is access to a brief CF marketing survey 10 at the bottom of the page.