INTRODUCTION The MaricopaNursing/Northern Arizona University (NAU) Concurrent Enrollment Associate Degree/Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Program is designed for qualified associate degree nursing students who are interested in earning their Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree while pursuing their associate s degree in nursing. The Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) allows students to pursue an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in nursing while providing an affordable course of study that, followed in sequence, enables students to complete their BSN degree in one semester after graduating with their AAS degree. Students enrolled in the CEP will follow the traditional course of study for all MaricopaNursing students pursuing their AAS degree in nursing, but at the same time they will also be enrolled in required NAU nursing courses. Because NAU courses are taken online or in hybrid format, all courses will be offered in the greater Phoenix area. Upon completion of the MaricopaNursing program, graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination. Following completion of the CEP course of study at a MaricopaNursing college, the remaining 10 NAU baccalaureate credits can be completed within one semester. BSN-prepared nurses are highly valued by potential employers, and MaricopaNursing/NAU CEP graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to begin their nursing career with a degree that will promote professional knowledge and advancement. CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM INFORMATION The MaricopaNursing/NAU Concurrent Enrollment AAS/BSN Program is a 6-semester program offered through participating community colleges in the Maricopa Community College District. A limited number of participants are selected from the pool of MaricopaNursing students who have met all Concurrent Enrollment Program eligibility requirements and have applied to the CEP. ELIGIBILITY To be considered for participation in the CEP, the following is required: Complete the MaricopaNursing program application and the application is placed into the applicant pool (queue). Complete all MaricopaNursing and NAU prerequisite and co-requisite requirements. Meet the minimum GPA of 3.0 in all MaricopaNursing and NAU courses that are noted with one asterisk ( * ) on the following page. Register for and attend a CEP Information Session. Register for and attend an Application Session. Registration only available after attending an Information Session. Complete the CEP application, available only at the CEP Information Session. Submit copies of your HESI A2 or NET scores and unofficial transcripts. Meet all Health and Safety requirements of MaricopaNursing and NAU School of Nursing after acceptance into the CEP. 2
REQUIRED PRE AND CO-REQUISITES: MaricopaNursing Prerequisites and Co-requisites Additional NAU Prerequisites BIO 156/181 or one year of high school biology Principles of Human Nutrition (FON 241)* First Year Composition (ENG 101 and ENG 102)* Human Pathophysiology (HCR 240)* Chemistry (CHM 130, CHM 130LL) or HS chemistry Statistics (PSY 230 or MAT 206)* Critical Reading (CRE 101) or test exempt College Mathematics (MAT 142 or higher)* Intermediate Algebra (MAT 120 or higher) Developmental Psychology (PSY 240)* Introduction to Psychology (PSY 101)* Aesthetic and Humanistic Inquiry and US Ethnic and Global Diversity Requirement (6 credits)** Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II (BIO 201; BIO 202)* Cultural Understanding and US Ethnic and Global Diversity Requirement (6 credits)** Microbiology (BIO 205)* Humanities Elective (2 credits) *Courses used for GPA calculation **Or meet MCCCD Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) certificate or a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited school. KEY INFORMATION Students must have a current application in the MaricopaNursing pool before they can be considered for the CEP. All students must complete both NAU and MaricopaNursing program prerequisites as noted above. To ensure that prerequisites meet program requirements, students are encouraged to meet with MCCD and NAU college advisors. Attendance at a CEP Information Session and an Application Session is mandatory before application to the program. All CEP courses will be taught at one of the MaricopaNursing campuses, the NAU North Phoenix campus, or online. No CEP courses will be held at the NAU Flagstaff campus. Final determinations of transfer credits will be made by MCCD and NAU admissions personnel. Application and acceptance to Northern Arizona University (NAU) College of Nursing is completed after eligibility into the CEP is determined. If you have accepted placement into a MaricopaNursing Program, you are not eligible to transfer into the CEP. HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS MaricopaNursing and Northern Arizona University School of Nursing have Health and Safety Requirements that must be met prior to enrolling and participating in any clinical experiences. Healthcare agencies throughout the state require vaccinations, titers, and other healthcare related requirements (examples of these requirements are background checks, CPR, drug and nicotine testing, etc.) These requirements are subject to change per healthcare agency contracts with the educational institution and students must be compliant with agency requirements prior to and throughout the program.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Who can apply to the Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP)? All students who have completed the eligibility requirements for the CEP are encouraged to apply. Where does the program take place? The CEP will be offered at one of the MaricopaNursing program sites. The initial cohort will be offered at Glendale Community College in the fall of 2011, and additional cohorts are planned in 2012 at GateWay Community College, Mesa Community College, and Scottsdale Community College. All NAU courses are taught online or hybrid, and NAU hybrid courses will be taught at either the NAU North Phoenix Campus or at a Maricopa College campus. Is there a waiting list for the CEP? There is no waiting list for the CEP. If you are not accepted into the program for the semester to which you applied, you must reapply for the semester for which you wish to be considered for enrollment. Do I have to attend a CEP Information Session? Yes. Information about applying to the CEP program can only be obtained at an Information Session. Check your student status page for future locations, dates, times, and registration instructions. You must be in attendance for the entire Information Session in order to have your name placed on the list for program consideration, so please plan to arrive on time and remain for the entire session. How do I register for a CEP Information Session? Registration for a CEP Information Session is completed through your MaricopaNursing student Application Status page. Do I have to attend an Application Session? Yes, if you want to apply for the CEP program. Representatives from MaricopaNursing and NAU will be on-site to verify your eligibility and accept your application if you meet all requirements. Registration for an Application Session is completed through your MaricopaNursing Application Status page. What should I bring to the Application Session? Please bring completed CEP Application, copies of your unofficial college transcripts, and NET or HESI A2 test scores. What are we looking for in a potential candidate that is applying for the CEP? Applications that meet eligibility requirements will be reviewed and student selection will be based on GPA and HESI A2 or NET scores. If I am not selected for the CEP can I reapply? As long as you meet the current CEP requirements, you are eligible to reapply. Do I need to be admitted to the MaricopaNursing pool and to NAU? To be eligible to apply for the CEP, you must be in the MaricopaNursing applicant pool. Following your acceptance into the CEP, you will apply to NAU, and official transcripts must then be submitted to both the MaricopaNursing college where you will attend and to NAU. 4
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (continued) How much does the CEP cost? Tuition costs* for the 35 credits of MaricopaNursing AAS courses = approximately $2,660 (Maricopa tuition effective July 1, 2011 is $76.00 per credit hour ) Textbooks, supplies and course fees are additional. Tuition costs* for the required 30 credits of NAU BSN courses = approximately $9,810.00 Textbooks, supplies, and course fees are additional. *Tuition rates effective 2/29/12 and subject to change due to AZ state budget appropriations. If I am receiving financial aid, how will it be disbursed between the two schools? Because federal regulations require that financial aid can only be disbursed through one college at a time, you will need to apply for financial aid through NAU and complete and sign a consortium agreement for financial aid disbursement. Although the financial aid between the two programs is designed to work seamlessly, this cannot be guaranteed, so there may be times when you will be asked to pay your MaricopaNursing program tuition before you receive your NAU financial aid check. You will need to be prepared to pay your MaricopaNursing program tuition out of pocket or by payment plan until the balance of your financial aid is awarded by NAU. How are classes scheduled? You will be registered for your MaricopaNursing classes through the nursing department. Course schedules will be posted on Blackboard. NAU courses are primarily online. Hybrid courses will be scheduled around MaricopaNursing courses. When do web-based classes start? The NAU Concurrent Program web-based classes start in the first semester of the MaricopaNursing program and continue throughout the 4 semesters. There is also a summer semester that includes 6 NAU credits. Where do I go for academic advisement for this program? MCCD and NAU advisors are available for pre-application advisement at the individual campus that offers the CEP. Maricopa Community Colleges Northern Arizona University GateWay Community College Andrea Romo andrea.romo@gwmail.maricopa.edu (602) 286-8184 Glendale Community College April Orr april.orr@gcmail.maricopa.edu (623) 845-3921 Mesa Community College Tuesdee Pfeiff tuesdee.pfeiff@mcmail.maricopa.edu (480) 461-7208 Scottsdale Community College Carole Teel carole.teel@sccmail.maricopa.edu (480) 423-6135 Stephanie Sinner stephanie.sinner@nau.edu (928) 523-7845 Jill Rust jill.rust@nau.edu (928) 523-6768 Where may I go for more information about this program? Detailed program information is provided at CEP Information Sessions. Register in your Application Status Page at www.nursing.maricopa.edu. When can I register for the NUR330 course? Once you apply and are accepted into the CEP. 5
Concurrent Associate/Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Program Course of Study: Fall Entry The plan of study for fall entry into the MaricopaNursing/NAU Concurrent Program is outlined below and must be followed without deviation. In the event that modification of this course of study is absolutely necessary, approval by the Concurrent Program advisor is required. To maintain your status as a Concurrent Program student, you must be enrolled in a NAU every semester as noted below without exception. Introductory Course Total: 3 credits (NAU) NUR 330 Nursing as a Discipline and Profession 3 credits Semester I Fall Total: 12 credits (MN) NUR 151 Nursing Theory and Science I 10 credits (NAU) NUR 307 Health Assessment for Registered Nurses 2 credits Semester II Spring Total: 11 credits (MN) NUR 171 Nursing Theory and Science II 8 credits (NAU) NUR 321 Gerontology 3 credits Semester III Summer Total: 6 credits (NAU) NUR 390 Research and Evidence Based Practice in Nursing 3 credits (NAU) NUR 320 Basic Principles in Palliative Care 3 credits Semester IV Fall Total: 11 credits (MN) NUR 251 Nursing Theory and Science III 8 credits (NAU) NUR 420 Family Nursing Roles 3 credits Semester V Spring Total: 12 credits (MN) NUR 271 Nursing Theory and Science IV 7 credits (MN) NUR 291 Nursing Clinical Capstone 2 credits (NAU) NUR 424 Manager of Care/Health Care Systems 3 credits Graduate from MaricopaNursing with AAS degree; take and pass NCLEX-RN Semester VI Fall Total: 10 credits (NAU) NUR 427 Public Health Nursing 5 credits (NAU) NUR 450C Nursing Leadership 3 credits (NAU) NUR 408 Fieldwork* 2 credits 6
Concurrent Associate/Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Program Course of Study: Spring Entry The plan of study for fall entry into the MaricopaNursing/NAU Concurrent Program is outlined below and must be followed without deviation. In the event that modification of this course of study is absolutely necessary, approval by the Concurrent Program advisor is required. To maintain your status as a Concurrent Program student, you must be enrolled in a NAU every semester as noted below without exception. Introductory Course Total: 3 credits (NAU) NUR 330 Nursing as a Discipline and Profession 3 credits Semester I Spring Total: 12 credits (MN) NUR 151 Nursing Theory and Science I 10 credits (NAU) NUR 307 Health Assessment for Registered Nurses 2 credits Semester II Summer Total: 6 credits (NAU) NUR 390 Research and Evidence Based Practice in Nursing 3 credits (NAU) NUR 320 Basic Principles in Palliative Care 3 credits Semester III Fall Total: 11 credits (MN) NUR 171 Nursing Theory and Science II 8 credits (NAU) NUR 321 Gerontology 3 credits Semester IV Spring Total: 11 credits (MN) NUR 251 Nursing Theory and Science III 8 credits (NAU) NUR 420 Family Nursing Roles 3 credits Semester V Fall Total: 12 credits (MN) NUR 271 Nursing Theory and Science IV 7 credits (MN) NUR 291 Nursing Clinical Capstone 2 credits (NAU) NUR 424 Manager of Care/Health Care Systems 3 credits Graduate from MaricopaNursing with AAS degree; take and pass NCLEX-RN Semester VI Spring Total: 10 credits (NAU) NUR 427 Public Health Nursing 5 credits (NAU) NUR 450C Nursing Leadership 3 credits (NAU) NUR 408 Fieldwork* 2 credits 7
12 STEPS TO SUCCESS STEP 1: Student wants to pursue Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP). STEP 2: Student is referred to advisement about course requirements for MaricopaNursing and NAU. STEP 3: Student applies to and is accepted into the MaricopaNursing queue. STEP 4: Student registers for and attends CEP Information Session. STEP 5: Student registers for and attends CEP Application Session. STEP 6: STEP 7: STEP 8: Student attends Application Session and submits admission checklist, CEP application, HESI/ NET scores, and unofficial transcripts. CEP Acceptance Committee reviews applications and determines acceptance, alternate, or denial. Applicants selected for placement notified of status and accept/refuse placement. STEP 9: Selected students apply to NAU Undergraduate Admissions NAU Student Center and enroll in NUR330. STEP 10: Student completes NUR330 and begins MaricopaNursing/NAU CEP course of study. STEP 11: Student graduates with AAS in Nursing with Maricopa and takes NCLEX-RN. STEP 12: Student completes, final 10 credits of RN to BSN at NAU and is awarded BSN degree. 8
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Maricopa Community Colleges District Office 2411 West 14th Street Tempe, Arizona 85281 Email: nursing@domail.maricopa.edu Web: http://nursing.maricopa.edu Hotline: (480) 731-8264 BROCHURE_NAU_CEP_Rev.03.23.12_NLC