Associate in Applied Science in Nursing

 

Standards for Admission, Readmission, Transfer of Academic Credit and Graduation Requirements
for Fall 2009

 

I. Admission Requirements

 

Applicants are responsible for requesting "Standards for Admission" for desired year of entrance into the nursing program

 

  1. College G.P.A. of   3.0 in 12 or more hours applicable to the Nursing Degree. (11 hours college credit or less applicable to the Nursing Degree: must use High School G.P.A. of  3.0)
  2. ACT Composite of 19*. (Score must be within the last 5 years.)
  3. ACT Math Subset Score of 16*.
  4. Nelson-Denny Reading Test Score of 15. (ND score must be within the last 3 years. )
  5. As an alternative to taking the ACT, applicants may take the Nurse Entrance Test (NET). (NET score must be within the last 3 years. )  A minimum composite score of 62 with a minimum math score of 56 is required.  Information on NET testing is available in the Nursing Office and the SSC Testing Center**.

 

*Applicants must achieve a composite of 19 and a 16 math subset score on the same ACT exam.

 

** Applicants may take the NET one time only.  If scores do not meet the minimum standards, the applicant must submit ACT scores.  A reading score of 72 on the NET will allow the student to waive taking the Nelson Denny Reading Test.

 

Note:

  1. Seminole State College is a National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) school. NLNAC may be contacted at 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, or telephone 800-669-1656, ext. 153.
  2. SSC's Nursing Program is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.  Graduates of this state approved program are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for registered nurses.   Applicants for Oklahoma licensure must meet all state and federal requirements to hold an Oklahoma license to practice nursing. In addition to completing a state-approved nursing education program, that meets educational requirements and successfully passing the licensure examination, requirements include submission of an application for licensure, a criminal history records search, and evidence of citizenship or qualified alien status. Applicants for practical nurse licensure must also hold a high school diploma or a graduate equivalency degree (G.E.D.) [59 O.S. §567.5 & 567.6].   To be granted a license, an applicant must have the legal right to be in the United States (United States Code Chapter 8, Section 1621). In addition,Oklahoma law only allows a license to be issued to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and legal permanent resident aliens. Other qualified aliens may be issued a temporary license that is valid until the expiration of their visa status, or if there is no expiration date, for one year. Applicants who are qualified aliens must present, in person, valid documentary evidence of

    1. A valid, unexpired immigrant or nonimmigrant visa status for admission into the United States;
    2. A pending or approved application for asylum in the United States;
    3. Admission into the United States in refugee status;
    4. A pending or approved application for temporary protected status in the United States;
    5. Approved deferred action status; or
    6. A pending application for adjustment of status to legal permanent residence status or conditional resident status.

    The Board has the right to deny a license to an individual with a history of criminal background, disciplinary action on another health-related license or certification, or judicial declaration of mental incompetence [59 O.S. §567.8]. These cases are considered on an individual basis at the time application for licensure is made, with the exception of felony charges. An individual with a felony conviction cannot apply for licensure for at least five years after completion fo all sentencing terms, including probation and suspended sentences, unless a presidential or gubernatorial pardon is received [59 O.S. §567.5 & 567.6].
  3. Applicants who are admitted to the program will be required to submit a Background Check that meets the specific requirements of the healthcare agencies where clinical learning experiences occur.
  4. Applicants who are admitted to the program will be required to submit to a drug screen that meets the specific requirements of the healthcare agencies where clinical learning experiences occur.
  5. Physiology must be completed prior to or concurrent enrollment in NURS 1515 Introduction to Human Dimensions.
  6. Applications of Clinical Microbiology should be taken prior to or concurrent with NURS1515, Introduction to Human Dimensions.
  7. Anatomy is to be taken prior to or concurrent with N1528 Nursing Across the Life Span.
  8. Electives are defined as related courses according to the "Standards for the Associate Degree in Programs of Technical-Occupational Education" and must  be approved by the Nursing and Health Sciences Division Chair.
  9. There are 72 semester credit hours required for the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degree.
  10. Three clock hours per week of clinical laboratory is equal to one credit hour.  The number of clinical laboratory credit hours required varies each semester.  (See Division Chair for clarification).

 

 

II. Admission Procedure

 

The applicant completes the application procedure by submitting to the Nursing Office by March 31, 2009
the following:

 

  1. verification of acceptance to Seminole State College
  2. application for Admission to the Nursing Program  (pdf format   (download acrobat reader free if needed) )
  3. copy of updated college transcript(s)
  4. copy of ACT scores or NET scores
  5. copy of Nelson-Denny test score or score

 

The Admission Committee will meet in April to select the members of the Fall Nursing class.  Each applicant will be notified of his/her admission status in writing by the Nursing and Health Sciences Division Chair.  Any applicant not selected for admission is encouraged to meet with the Division Chair and/or nursing faculty for advisement and continued planning for possible future admission to the Program. If the admission quota is not met at the April meeting of the committee, the Admission Committee may meet again at a later date.

 

Applicants admitted to the Program  must complete the student health screening form prior to entering the Program.  Nursing faculty reserve the right to deny admission to clinical nursing courses should the student’s health impinge on the safety of the student and/or patients. Such a decision would be a joint deliberation of college administration, the nursing faculty, the student involved, and the student’s physician

 

Career Mobility applicants (LPNs) have a different admission procedure and should request information from the Nursing Office.

 

 

 

III. Admission Policy:

 

Applicants who have filed an application form by deadline date, who meet Admission Requirements and who have submitted all requisite information will be considered for admission by the Admission Committee.  The Admission Commitee is comprised of the Nursing Division Chair, the Assistant Chair, nursing faculty, as well as three additional college members.

 

Applicants who are admitted to the program will be required to complete Long Term Care(LTC)/Home Health Aide (HHA)  and CPR Certification (American Heart Association: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)  courses and provide verification of certification prior to entering N1515 (Introduction to Human Dimensions).  NOTE: Annual CPR recertification is required   Contact the Nursing Office for information regarding where certification may be obtained.  These certifications are not a requirement to be considered for admission, but must be completed prior to entering the Nursing Program.  American Red Cross certification will not be accepted.

 

NOTE:: Applicants who are not accepted into the Program but wish to be reconsidered for the following year's class must complete an "Application Renewal Form" and submit it by the designated date on the form.

 

 

Academic Profile and Ranking

 

Since class size is limited to assure quality clinical learning experiences for students who are admitted to the Program, applicants are ranked based on the following academic profile:

 

1. GPA

 

12 or more hours of College credit applicable to Nursing Degree - use college GPA (Refer to pg.1-1, I.1.).  Only courses from the Degree Requirements will be included to calculate GPA.

11 hours or less of College credit applicable to Nursing Degree - use High School GPA.  (Points are not given for both College and High School GPAs.  One or the other will be used based on the above-stated criteria).

 

High School GPA
3.5 - 4.0 ------15pts
3.0 - 3.4 ------10pts.
 
College GPA
3.5 - 4.0 ------35pts.
3.0 - 3.4 ------25pts.

 

 

2. ACT COMPOSITE SCORE   (Score must be within last 5 years).

25 or above --35pts.
22-24 --------25pts.
19-21 --------20pts.
OR
NET COMPOSITE SCORE   (Score must be within last 5 years).
76.5 or above --35pts.
69.5-76 --------25pts.
62 - 69  --------20pts.

 

 

3.   ACT Math Subset Score of  19 ----10pts (minimum requirement is 16).

      OR

      NET Math Score of 66 -- 10pts (minimum requirement is 56).

 

 

 

4.   GRADE ACHIEVEMENT

 

English Comp I or II:   Grade of  A -----7pts.,   Grade of  B ------5pts.

Principles of Biology or Anatomy or Physiology:   Grade of A ----7pts.,   Grade of B---- -5pts.

 

 

 

5.   Nelson-Denny Reading Test  (Reading score must be within the last 3 years)

           16 or above ----10pts., 15 ---- 5pts.

           OR

          NET Score of 73 and above ---- 10pts., 72 ----5pts.

 

 

6.   Certified Nurse Asssistant/Home Health Aide Certification ------6 pts.

 

 

TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE   =  110.

The procedure to be used to prioritize between students with equal total possible points is as follows:

1. ACT or NET Composite Score
2. Nelson Denny Reading Test Score or NET Reading Score.
3. Grade Point Average (GPA) calculation of Science courses.
4. Math Subset Score on either the ACT or NET.
5. Overall GPA in support courses.
6. Long Term Care (LTC) / Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification

 

 

 

IV. Re-Admission:

 

A. Policy:

 

  1. In determining eligibility for readmission, the Admission Committee will consider the following factors:

    1. rationale for failure to successfully complete the course the first time.
    2. compliance with the plan developed during the Exit Interview.
    3. length of interim since last enrollment in nursing with primary consideration for changes in the Nursing Program and the interim not to exceed one year.
    4. educational and work experiences during the interim.
    5. number of students currently enrolled in the course.
    6. input from admission committee members

 

B. Procedure:

 

1. The applicant seeking readmission will complete and file with the Nursing Office "Application for Readmission".

 

2. The application will be considered and acted upon by the Admission Committee.

 

3. The applicant will be notified in writing by the Nursing and Health Sciences Division Chair of the Committee's decision.  Should the application for readmission be denied, a written statement of the rationale for the decision will be included in the letter.

 

 

 

V. Transfer of Academic Credit:

 

A. Transfer students must comply with the Standards for Admission to the Nursing Program.

 

B. Transfer of Non-Nursing Credits:

 

  1. Credit for non-nursing courses will be transferred if the grades are comparable to the criteria established by Seminole State Colllege and the Nursing Division. A grade of 'C' or higher must be achieved in all courses required for the degree.

 

Note: Physiology, Anatomy, and Microbiology must be completed prior to enrollment in second year nursing courses.  Any credit hour deficiencies must be completed prior to second year.

 

C. Transfer of Nursing Credit:

 

1. A maximum of seven credit hours of a nursing fundamentals type course may be transferred from another nursing program.

  1. a grade of 'C' or higher must be achieved in the nursing course. 
  2. evidence that the nursing course is comparable to the SSC nursing fundamentals course must be demonstrated.  The course syllabus and College Catalog current to the time the course was taken and samples of completed assignments, i.e. processes of nursing, are to be submitted for evaluation by the nursing faculty.
  3. a nursing course taken prior to the last two years  is non-transferable.
  4. it is the decision of the SSC nursing faculty to transfer or not to transfer credit for a nursing course.
  5. verification that the student is in good standing from the Director of the transferring nursing program is required.

 

2. Application for transfer of nursing courses other than nursing fundamentals will be considered on an individual basis.  Factors considered will include comparability of course content and availability of space in the course for which the student is making admission application.

 

3. All state and college policies regarding tranfer of credit as outlined in the College Catalog also apply.

 

 

 

 

 

VI.  Graduation Requirements:

 

In order to graduate from Seminole State College with an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing degree, and therefore be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN), the student must meet the following graduation requirements:

 

1. All financial obligations to the College must be paid.

 

2. The student's overall grade point average must be 2.0

 

3.  All courses in the entire nursing curriculum must be completed with a least a "C" grade.  (See Degree requirements: Associate in Applied Science in Nursing).

 

4. Students are responsible for applying for degrees and licensing examinations within the deadlines set by the College and Oklahoma State Board of Nursing.

 

5. The student must meet any other requirements for graduation set by the College. (See SSC Catalog).

 

 

 

 

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Associate in Applied Science in Nursing
First Year - Summer Semester Courses
BIOL 1214 Principles of Biology*  Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   4
ENG 1113 English Comp I   Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
PSY 1113 General Psychology Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
Total Summer Hours 10      
       
First Year - Fall Semester Courses
NURS 1515 Intro to Human Dimensions Class Hrs  3.5 Clinical Hrs   4.5 Credit Hrs   5
NURS 1552 Skills & Clinical Intervention Lab Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   6 Credit Hrs   2
NURS 1222 Applications of Clinical Microbiology## Class Hrs   2 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs  2
BIOL 2214 Physiology**+ Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs  4
Total Fall Hours 13      
       
First Year - Spring Semester Courses
NURS 1528 Nursing Across the Lifespan Class Hrs  5 Clinical Hrs   9 Credit Hrs   8
NURS 1421 Health Deviations I Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   1
ANAT 2114 Human Anatomy***+ Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   4
Total Spring Hours 13      
       
Second Year - Fall Semester Courses
NURS 2519 Nursing Care in Health Disruption Class Hrs  5 Clinical Hrs  12 Credit Hrs   9
NURS 2521 Health Deviations II Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   1
GOV 1113 American Government Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
ENG 1213 English Comp II Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
Total Fall Hours 16      
       
Second Year - Spring Semester Courses
NURS 2529 Nursing Care in Health, Maintenance and Promotion Class Hrs  3 Clinical Hrs   18 Credit Hrs   9
NURS 2531 Health Deviations III Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   1
HIST 1483 American History Survey to 1877 or Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
HIST 1493 American History Survey since 1877
 # Psychology or Sociology Elective Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
Total Spring Hours 16      
Total Program Hours 68
* Principles of Biology must be completed prior to entering first semester of nursing classes.  For applicants who have already completed Physiology, it may be possible to substitute another life science course (zoology) and/or chemistry for Principles of Biology. Substitution requires Nursing and Health Sciences Division Chair approval.
+ Students who 1) earn a "C" or better in Principles of Biology; and 2) are declared as a "health-related" major; and 3) have an active application on file to the SSC Nursing Program may enroll in ANAT 2114 Human Anatomy, and BIOL 2214 Physiology.
** Physiology must be completed prior to entering the second semester of nursing classes. 
*** Anatomy should be completed prior to or concurrent with NURS 1528.
#Approval by the Division Chair is required.
##MICR 2224 may be substituted for NURS 1222. NURS 1222 or MICR 2224 should be completed prior to or concurrent iwth NURS 1515.
There are 68 credit hours required for the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degee.

 

PROPOSED DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
for class entering August 2009

Associate in Applied Science in Nursing
First Year - Summer Semester Courses
BIOL 1214 Principles of Biology*  Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   4
ENG 1113 English Comp I   Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
PSY 1113 General Psychology Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
Total Summer Hours 10      
       
First Year - Fall Semester Courses
NURS 1616 Survey of Human Dimension Class Hrs  4 Clinical Hrs  6 Credit Hrs   6
NURS 1552 Skills & Clinical Intervention Lab Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   6 Credit Hrs   2
NURS 1222 Applications of Clinical Microbiology## Class Hrs   2 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs  2
BIOL 2214 Physiology**+ Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs  4
Total Fall Hours 14      
       
First Year - Spring Semester Courses
NURS 1528 Nursing Across the Lifespan Class Hrs  5 Clinical Hrs   9 Credit Hrs   8
NURS 1421 Health Deviations I Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   1
ANAT 2114 Human Anatomy***+ Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   4
 # Psychology or Sociology Elective Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
Total Spring Hours 16      
       
Second Year - Fall Semester Courses
NURS 2519 Nursing Care in Health Disruption Class Hrs  5 Clinical Hrs  12 Credit Hrs   9
NURS 2521 Health Deviations II Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   1
GOV 1113 American Government Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
ENG 1213 English Comp II Class Hrs   0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
Total Fall Hours 16      
       
Second Year - Spring Semester Courses
NURS 2529 Nursing Care in Health, Maintenance and Promotion Class Hrs  4 Clinical Hrs   15 Credit Hrs   9
NURS 2531 Health Deviations III Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   1
HIST 1483 American History Survey to 1877 or Class Hrs  0 Clinical Hrs   0 Credit Hrs   3
HIST 1493 American History Survey since 1877
NURS 2623 Nursing Capstone Class Hrs  1 Clinical Hrs   6 Credit Hrs   3
Total Spring Hours 16      
Total Program Hours 72
* Principles of Biology must be completed prior to entering first semester of nursing classes.  For applicants who have already completed Physiology, it may be possible to substitute another life science course (zoology) and/or chemistry for Principles of Biology. Substitution requires Nursing and Health Sciences Division Chair approval.
+ Students who 1) earn a "C" or better in Principles of Biology; and 2) are declared as a "health-related" major; and 3) have an active application on file to the SSC Nursing Program may enroll in ANAT 2114 Human Anatomy, and BIOL 2214 Physiology.
** Physiology must be completed prior to entering the second semester of nursing classes. 
*** Anatomy should be completed prior to or concurrent with NURS 1528.
#Approval by the Division Chair is required.
##MICR 2224 may be substituted for NURS 1222. NURS 1222 or MICR 2224 should be completed prior to or concurrent iwth NURS 1515.
There are 72 credit hours required for the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degee.