Associate Degree Nursing Program Admissions Information Packet The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program at Waubonsee Community College has been approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation/Board of Nursing and the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), the Illinois Board of Higher Education and the U.S. Department of Education. The program is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), as well as by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Waubonsee Community College Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Admissions Checklist Page 1 Understand that all of the following documentation must be submitted in order to be considered for acceptance into the program. Submit a completed New Student Information Form to Admissions. (630) 466-7900, ext. 5756 Meet with Counseling to establish a schedule for taking prerequisite courses. Complete science courses within five years of application filing deadline. Science courses taken more than five years before the application deadline must be retaken. There are no exceptions. Confirm with Counseling that prerequisite courses taken anywhere other than Waubonsee Community College will transfer as an equivalent. Contact the Center for Learning Assessment to make an appointment for full assessment (English placement required before enrolling in ENG101 or 102). Attain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher for prerequisite courses. (See Prerequisite and GPA Worksheet.) Confirm that official transcripts of prerequisite courses taken anywhere other than Waubonsee Community College have been received and recorded in Registration and Records. Confirm that test results from any proficiency examinations (CLEP) have been recorded with Registration and Records. Contact the Center for Learning Assessment for Nursing Program Assessment testing details such as fees, availability and scheduling procedures. Complete required Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) assessment test. NOTE: For first consideration, test scores should be recorded by the application deadline. However, scores received by January 1 MAY be considered for Spring and scores received by August 1 MAY be considered for Fall if space is still available in the program. Acceptance into the program is based on assessment results, with documentation of Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage of 55%, as well as a composite of 55% for the TEAS. A student has two opportunities in a two year period to successfully meet assessment requirements. If a student fails to successfully complete assessment requirements on their first attempt, eight weeks must elapse between testing sessions for the TEAS assessments. If a student fails to successfully complete assessment requirements on their second attempt, they may retest two calendar years from their first attempt (when their oldest test score expires). Any additional attempt would occur when all test scores expire. Due to the eight week RETEST policy for each assessment, students should plan accordingly for the initial test and possible re-test. Guidance is provided by the Learning Enhancement Center and the Center for Learning Assessment for students who do not meet these entry requirements. Test scores are only valid for 24 months. TEAS scores from other schools will not be accepted.
Waubonsee Community College Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Admissions Checklist Page 2 Submit a completed nursing application (required for entry into the program), along with a program application fee of $10.00 (check or money order made out to Waubonsee Community College), to Registration and Records. The nursing application form is available from the offices of Registration and Records, Counseling, Healthcare Programs, or on the Internet (www.waubonsee.edu). Application to the program must be made prior to the deadline for the semester you desire to enter: (Late applications will not be considered) March 15 for fall semester (August/October) *ORIGINAL residency documents due to Registration and Records between March 15 and April 13* September 15 for spring semester (January/March) *ORIGINAL residency documents due to Registration and Records between Sept. 15 and October 13* Submit documentation of residency to Registration and Records within 30 days AFTER your program application deadline. (See Residency Requirements Page as well as #11 on Procedures for Entering into the Nursing Program Page for additional information.) Veterans or military service members that have current eligibility for either federal VA Education benefits or Illinois military grants (Federal VA Education programs include: Chapter 30, 31, 33, 1606 and REAP. State grants are the Illinois Veterans Grant (IVG) or Illinois National Guard (ING): attach a copy of your benefits Certificate of Eligibility to your application. Our office will confirm your benefit eligibility by contacting the Waubonsee Financial Aid Office's VA School Certifying Official. Official written notification of acceptance into the program will be received via certified mail. Students not accepted must re-apply. Important Waubonsee Phone Numbers Dial (630) 466-7900, followed by the four-digit extension: Center for Learning Assessment 5700 Counseling 2361 Healthcare Programs Office 2322 Registration and Records 2370
PREREQUISITE AND GPA WORKSHEET Prerequisite Courses Semester hours Grade Points BIO270 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIO272 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 BIO250 Microbiology 4 PSY100 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSY205 Lifespan Psychology 3 ENG101 Freshman English I 3 ENG102 Freshman English II 3 COM100 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3 Total Credits 27 Points Letter Grade 3 sem hour class 4 sem hour class 4 A 12 (4 x3=12) 16 (4x4=16) 3 B 9 (3x3=9) 12 (3x4=12) 2 C 6 (2x3=6) 8 (2x4=8) 1 D 3 (1x3=3) 4 (1x4=4) grade points DIVIDED BY 27 semester hours = overall prerequisite GPA (min. 2.7)
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Procedure for Entering into the Nursing Program 1. Submit a completed New Student Information Form to Admissions. 2. Meet with a counselor to establish a schedule for taking prerequisite courses. Call (630) 466-7900, ext. 2361. 3. Obtain specific admission information by contacting the Healthcare Programs office at (630) 466-7900, ext. 2322. 4. Take the required TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) assessment test. (NOTE: For first consideration, test scores should be recorded by the application deadline. However, scores received by January 1 MAY be considered for Spring and scores received by August 1 MAY be considered for Fall if space is still available in the program.) a. Contact the Center for Learning Assessment at (630) 466-7900, ext. 5700 for Nursing Program Assessment testing details such as fees, availability, and scheduling procedures. b. Acceptance into the program is based on assessment results, with documentation of Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage of 55%, as well as a composite of 55% for the TEAS. A student has two opportunities to successfully meet assessment requirements within a two year period. If a student fails to successfully meet assessment requirements on their first attempt, eight weeks must elapse between testing sessions for the TEAS assessments. If a student fails to successfully meet assessment requirements on their second attempt, they may retest two calendar years from their first attempt (when their first attempt scores expire). Due to the eight week retest policy for each assessment, students should plan accordingly for the initial test and possible re-test. Guidance is provided by the Learning Enhancement Center and the Center for Learning Assessment for students who do not meet these entry requirements. Test scores are only valid for 24 months. TEAS scores from other schools will not be accepted. 5. Submit a completed nursing application (required for entry into the program), along with a program application fee of $10.00 (check or money order made out to Waubonsee Community College) to Registration and Records. The nursing program application form is available from the offices of Registration and Records, Counseling, Healthcare Programs, or on the Internet (www.waubonsee.edu). Application to the program must be made prior to the deadline for the semester you wish to enter: March 15 for fall semester (August/October) *Original residency documents due to Registration and Records between March 15 and April 13* September 15 for spring semester (January/March) *Original residency documents due to Registration and Records between Sept. 15 and October 13* Enrollment is limited in the nursing (NUR) courses in order to provide the best possible educational experience for students. (Note: Selection for admission into the program for either August/October or January/March will be determined by the Admissions Committee. Applicants should anticipate acceptance for either start date for fall or spring semesters.) 6. Attain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher for prerequisite courses.
7. Complete science courses within five years of application filing deadline. Science courses taken more than five years before the application deadline must be retaken. There are no exceptions. 8. Understand that all of the following documentation must be submitted in order to be considered for acceptance into the program: a. WCC New Student Information Form b. nursing program application (including $10.00 application fee) c. ORIGINAL residency documents (See #11) d. successful completion of prerequisite courses or test results from any proficiency examinations (CLEP) e. nursing assessment entrance testing results f. transcripts from other colleges/universities 9. Once accepted into the program, the student must: a. attend the mandatory new student orientation to the nursing program b. submit documentation of a physical and dental examination, current immunizations, and a 2-step tuberculosis (TB) test none of which should be over one year old at the time of entry c. follow the sequence for all NUR courses d. attain a 2.0 (C) or better GPA in each of the nursing courses 10. Official written notification of acceptance into the program will be received via certified mail. Students not accepted must re-apply. 11. In compliance with the Illinois Community College Act, in-district applicants shall be given preference over out-of-district applicants. Proof of residency is required. Illinois Community College District 516 encompasses 624 square miles and includes southern Kane County and portions of Kendall, DeKalb, LaSalle and Will counties. Contact Registration and Records for more detailed information regarding residency. Having paid in-district tuition rates in the past does not necessarily qualify an individual as an in-district resident. 12. Are you a veteran or military service member that has current eligibility for either federal VA Education benefits or Illinois military grants? Federal VA Education programs include: Chapter 30, 31, 33, 1606 and REAP. State grants are the Illinois Veterans Grant (IVG) or Illinois National Guard (ING). If "yes" please attach a copy of your benefits Certificate of Eligibility to your application. Our office will confirm your benefit eligibility by contacting the Waubonsee Financial Aid Office's VA School Certifying Official.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Advanced Placement Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) may be eligible for advanced placement into the program, as well as students transferring from another nursing program. Applications will be reviewed on an individual basis. Contact the Healthcare Programs office at (630) 466-7900 ext. 2322. Recommendation for Learning and Enhancement Applicants who lack basic, beginning keyboarding and Windows navigation skills are encouraged to take an introductory computer course before starting the nursing course sequence. To maximize success, students may take NUR100 prior to entry into the program. Curricula: Nursing AAS Degree General Education Courses Credit hours BIO270 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIO272 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 BIO250 Microbiology 4 PSY100 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSY205 Lifespan Psychology 3 ENG101 Freshman English I 3 ENG102 Freshman English II 3 COM100 Fundamentals of Speech 3 Communication Total Credits 27 For more information, contact: Waubonsee Community College Healthcare Programs Office (630) 466-7900 ext. 2322 Nursing Courses Credit hours NUR105 Introduction to Professional Nursing 5 NUR106 Introduction to Clinical 1 Pharmacology NUR120 Basic Concepts of Nursing 5 NUR150 Concepts of Nursing I 5 NUR175 Concepts of Mental Health Nursing 5 NUR205 Concepts of Nursing II 5 NUR220 Nursing Concepts of the 5 Childbearing Family NUR250 Concepts of Nursing III 5 NUR275 Advanced Concepts of Nursing 5 Total Credits 41 Total Semester Hours for AAS Degree 68 (Each nursing class is eight weeks long and taken individually in sequence.)
REGISTRATION AND RECORDS DOCUMENTATION OF RESIDENCY 1) Please select one item from each of the following three categories (total of three documents). 2) All three documents must show your name and the residential address (not a Post Office Box). 3) At least one item must be dated within 30 days of the date submitted. CATEGORY I (Choose 1) CATEGORY II (Choose 1) CATEGORY III (Choose 1) Contract to purchase home Paycheck stub Bills: in district Gas Tax Return Electric Property tax bill Telephone W-2 Water Property Assessment Statement Medical/Dental 1098-T (not from Waubonsee) Credit Card Statement Home Insurance Declaration Page 1099 Interest Statement Installment Loan Documentation Homeowner s Association notice (Car/Boat/Motorcycle, etc.) Social Security Statement Mortgage agreement Library Card (must include name FAFSA downloaded information and address) Property Closing Statement INS Documentation Bank Statement Rental Contract or Lease Voter s Registration Card* Newspaper/Magazine Voter s Registration Card* Subscription mailing label Vehicle Registration Card Voter s history (online) Current Pilot s License Current Illinois Driver s License Current Illinois Firearm Owners Current Illinois State ID ID Card (FOID Card) Shelter Residency Documentation (i.e. Hesed House) Firearms License Jury Duty Notice Unemployment Check stub Military Active Duty/Discharge Documentation *Can be used for either Category I or II not both Please bring original documents to Registration and Records at either the Sugar Grove, Aurora, Copley or the Plano Campus. Copies will be made for the college s records. For Nursing and other limited enrollment programs: Having paid in-district tuition rates in the past does not necessarily qualify an individual as an in-district resident. In compliance with the Illinois Public Community College Act, in-district applicants shall be given preference over out-of-district applicants. If you have any questions, please contact Registration and Records at (630) 466-7900, ext. 2960. Updated 8/1/12
Waubonsee Community College Nursing Program Frequently Asked Questions 1. How long is the nursing program? Once a student has completed the required prerequisite courses, the nursing program requires two years to finish. 2. Am I a registered nurse (RN) upon completion of the nursing program at Waubonsee Community College? Students are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN examination after successful completion of the nursing program. The individual state board of nursing makes licensure decisions about where you wish to practice. 3. What are the prerequisite requirements? There are a total of eight prerequisite courses that must be completed. A grade of C or above is acceptable. A cumulative grade point average of 2.7 in these prerequisite courses is required. Also, science courses must have been taken within 5 years of acceptance into the nursing program. There are no exceptions. Nursing program assessment testing is also required before admission. On the TEAS test, a student must receive a 55% or higher on the Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage sections as well as a 55% composite score. 4. What is the deadline for application into the nursing program? The deadline for application is March 15 th for fall admission and September 15 th for spring admission. Please note: selection for admission into the program for either August/October or January/March will be determined by the Admissions Committee. Applicants should anticipate acceptance for either start date for fall or spring semesters. 5. Can I apply for the nursing program before I have completed my prerequisites? Yes. You can apply once you are enrolled in your final prerequisite courses; however, you must successfully complete prerequisites before you can be accepted. If you are not accepted into the nursing program, you must reapply.
6. Can I apply for the nursing program before I have completed my program assessment testing? Yes. You can apply before your program assessment testing is complete; however, for first consideration, nursing program assessment test scores that meet the program requirements should be recorded by the application deadline. Scores received by January 1 MAY be considered for Spring and scores received by August 1 MAY be considered for Fall if space is still available in the program. If you are not accepted into the nursing program, you must reapply. 7. When will I receive a letter of acceptance? A student will receive written confirmation of acceptance via certified mail after all prerequisite criteria have been met and the Admission Committee has confirmed acceptance. Acceptance is not verified over the telephone. 8. When can I register for my nursing courses? You must first obtain official acceptance into the nursing program. Admission to the nursing program requires a separate program application (attached). All prerequisite requirements must be successfully completed before acceptance into the program. Upon receiving your acceptance letter, you may register for your nursing courses. 9. Are courses and clinical in the morning or afternoon? Courses and clinicals may meet in the morning or afternoon. Depending on class size and clinical site availability, some clinicals may meet in the evening. The course instructor will make clinical assignments.
Learning Assessment and Testing Services New for 7-01-15 Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Program Admission Testing Information Entrance testing is a requirement for all candidates seeking admission to the Associate Degree in Nursing Program. When can I test for the Nursing Program? For first consideration, test scores should be recorded by the application deadline. However, scores received by January 1 MAY be considered for Spring semester and scores received by August 1 MAY be considered for Fall semester if space is still available in the program. How do I schedule an appointment for program admission testing? You need to schedule your appointment in person at the Learning Assessment and Testing Services Center, Sugar Grove campus. Individual appointments are available throughout the year, Monday through Saturday, except during the month of December. The tests are administered only at the Sugar Grove campus. As of 7-01-15, a non-refundable fee of $60.00 is due at the time of initial test registration. You may reschedule your appointment only one time per each $60.00 fee. Allow a minimum of four hours to complete the TEAS V test. The day of the test, only a government issued photo ID with a signature and a permanent address, such as a driver s license or a passport will be required, X number cards will not be accepted. For testing accommodations for disabilities, please contact 630-466-2277 for further information. What will be included in the TEAS V Program Admission Test? The TEAS V includes the four test sections listed below: Reading Math Science English and Language Usage TOTAL 58 minutes / 48 questions 51 minutes / 34 questions 66 minutes / 54 questions 34 minutes / 34 questions 209 minutes / 170 questions What test scores are required to meet the requirements for admission to the ADN Program? A minimum 55% is required for the Adjusted Individual Total Score, as well as a minimum 55% Adjusted Individual Score in each section: 55% in Reading, 55% in Math, 55% in Science and 55% in English and Language Usage. You will need a total of five scores of 55% or higher. How can I prepare for testing? A TEAS V study guide, the Study Manual for the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Version V, ISBN# 9781933107981, is available in the Todd Library or at the bookstore, as well as from www.atitesting.com. The TEAS V online Plato review is available through the Developmental Education and College Readiness Center at www.waubonsee.edu/learning/success/learning/ or at 630-466-2426. 7-01-15 Rev.
When will my results be available? You will receive your TEAS V scores at the end of your test session. The Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) does not permit providing scores over the telephone. Can I retest? TEAS V: You need to wait eight weeks from your initial test date to retest. The entire TEAS V test must be retaken (not just the sections with scores below minimum requirements). A $60.00 fee is required to retest. If you have already tested twice for the Nursing program, you must wait until your first test score expires (after two years). How many times can I test? You have two test opportunities in a two year period to successfully meet the Nursing program s requirements. Your TEAS scores will be valid for two years from your test date. Only valid or current (less than two years) scores will be considered for your nursing application. TEAS scores from other schools will not be accepted. Learning Assessment and Testing Services Sugar Grove Campus Location Student Center, Room 230 Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (630) 466-7900, ext. 5700 Sugar Grove Hours 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m., Monday -Wednesday 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m., Thursday & Friday * *except for the last Friday of each month 10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 8:00 a.m. 12:00 Noon, First Saturday of each month Reminders for testing day A government issued photo ID with a signature and a permanent address, such as a driver s license or a passport is required, X number cards will not be accepted. All exams must be taken during the same test session Food, drinks, hats, personal belongings and unauthorized materials, such as cell phones, calculators, smart watches and other electronic devices, are not permitted in the testing room Scratch paper will be provided for the math section of the TEAS V. No calculators are allowed. Contact the Health Professions and Public Service Department for any questions about the Nursing program or application at (630) 466-7900, ext. 2322. Waubonsee Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran s status, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities. For more information on the college s nondiscrimination policies, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources at (630) 466-7900, ext. 2367, Waubonsee Community College, Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554-9454. 7-01-15 Rev.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Application Please Print or Type X Number (students must submit a New Student Information Form in order to be assigned an X number) Date of Birth: (Month/Day) (used for Identification Purposes only) Today s Date Last Name First Name Middle Initial Street Number and Name Home Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( ) City State Zip Code Work Phone ( ) Previously Used Names Semester Applying For Fall Semester 20 (August or October) NOTE: Deadline March 15 Spring Semester 20 (January or March) NOTE: Deadline September 15 Check All That Apply: Enrolled at Waubonsee Community College Completed LPN and/or RN nursing courses at another college and would like to be considered for advanced placement. Official (unopened) transcript(s) to be sent to Registration & Records for review. Copies of nursing course syllabi in effect during your enrollment to be sent to Healthcare Programs, WGL 234. Completed prerequisite courses at another college(s). Official (unopened) transcript(s) to be sent to Registration & Records. College/University Name: Courses/Dates Completed: Currently enrolled at another college. College/University Name: Current Course(s): Veteran or military service member that has current eligibility for either federal VA Education benefits or Illinois military grant [Federal VA Education programs include: Chapter 30, 31, 33, 1606 and REAP. State grants are the Illinois Veterans Grant (IVG) or Illinois National Guard (ING).] Attach a copy of your benefits Certificate of Eligibility to your application. Our office will confirm your benefit eligibility by contacting the Waubonsee Financial Aid Office's VA School Certifying Official. Have read the Registration and Records Documentation of Residency form and will be submitting approved documentation within 30 days AFTER APPLICATION DEADLINE (See BACK of form for date range). I certify that the information on PAGE 1 AND PAGE 2 of this form is complete and correct Applicant s signature Date Page 1 **APPLICATION CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE**
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION YOU MUST REAPPLY IF YOU ARE NOT ACCEPTED WITHIN THE SEMESTER YOU HAVE REQUESTED. Selection for admission into the program for either August/October or January/March will be determined by the Admissions Committee. Applicants should anticipate acceptance for either start date for fall or spring. A program application fee of $10.00 is due every semester you apply. (Please include check or money order made out to Waubonsee Community College.) Mail to: Registration and Records Waubonsee Community College Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive Sugar Grove, IL 60554 Having paid in district tuition rates in the past does not necessarily qualify an individual as an in-district resident. In compliance with the Illinois Public Community College Act, in-district applicants shall be given preference over out-of-district applicants. Documentation of residency MUST BE provided within 30 days AFTER APPLICATION DEADLINE. *March 15 application deadline must submit ORIGINAL documentation of residency To REGISTRATION AND RECORDS between March 15 and April 13 *September 15 application deadline must submit ORIGINAL documentation of Residency to REGISTRATION AND RECORDS between September 15 and October 13 (See Registration and Records Documentation of Residency for approved documentation to be submitted) Waubonsee Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran s status, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities. For more information on the college s nondiscrimination policies, contact the director of Human Resources at (630) 466-7900, ext. 2367; Waubonsee Community College, Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554. OFFICE USE ONLY $10 Fee Received Receipt # I have read and understand the above information Applicant s signature Date Page 2 If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the Healthcare Programs office at (630) 466-7900, extension 2322.