Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2014-2016 Catalog Program: Nursing, A.S. Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||
Nursing, A.S.Associate in Science Degree ProgramHegis Code: 5208.1 Program DescriptionStudents who complete the Nursing program earn an Associate in Science degree. SUNY Ulster’s Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 800, Atlanta, Georgia 30326. Phone: (404) 975‐5000; fax: (404) 975‐5020; www.acenursing.org. The program can be completed in two academic years or extended and pursued on a part‐time basis. Nursing courses, however, must be taken consecutively, and it is recommended that they be taken without interruption. Local hospitals and health agencies are utilized as an extension of the college laboratory, providing on‐site experience in various medical settings. Although some nursing courses and laboratories are offered during the day and evening, SUNY Ulster’s Nursing program cannot be completed totally during the evening. It is recommended that a student who has a felony conviction on his or her record discuss it with the Nursing Department chairperson prior to enrolling in the program. He or she may complete the program and take the licensing examination (NCLEX‐RN). However, licensure determination is made by the New York State Board for Professional Licensure. Pending investigation by the State, the graduate may or may not be licensed. Nursing students much achieve a minimum grade of C in all required Nursing (NUR), Biology (BIO) courses in order to progress in the Nursing program or to be eligible for graduation. Students may only repeat two Nursing courses. If unsuccessful, the second time, they may not continue in the Nursing program. Students must supply their own transportation to off‐campus labs and learning sites. The Nursing program course sequence must be completed within four consecutive years. If a Nursing major is dismissed from the College for academic reasons, the student may not re‐enter the Nursing program unless approved by the Nursing Department. Student Learning OutcomesAt the completion of the AS Nursing Degree program, a student will be able to
Employment PotentialUpon satisfactory completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurse licensure (NCLEX‐RN). This opens up local and nationwide employment opportunities for graduates in many settings with diverse populations. Requirements for Program Entry
Students selected to begin Nursing courses will be required to have the following in place by the beginning of the fall semester:
Developmental Assistance AvailableFor students who do not meet basic reading and math requirements or who have other learning issues, extra assistance is readily available through SUNY Ulster’s Learning Center, The Gary and Janaki Math Center, the Writing Center, the Peer and Friend Tutor Program, and English as a Second Language (ESL) tutors. For More Informationadmissions@sunyulster.edu |
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CurriculumNursing students must achieve a minimum grade of C in all required Nursing (NUR) and Biology (BIO) courses in order to progress in the Nursing program or to be eligible for graduation. Students may only repeat two Nursing courses. If unsuccessful the second time, they may not continue in the Nursing program. Students must supply their own transportation to off‐campus labs and learning sites. The Nursing program course sequence must be completed within 4 years. If a Nursing major is dismissed from the College for academic reasons, the student may not re‐enter the Nursing program unless approved by the Nursing Department. | ||||
First Semester | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
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BIO 107 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 cr. * | ||||
ENG 101 - College English I 3 cr. | ||||
NUR 152 - Fundamentals of Nursing 1 9 cr. | ||||
NUR 153 - Nursing Dosage Calculations 1 cr. | ||||
PSY 101 - General Psychology 3 cr. | ||||
Semester Credits 20 | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
BIO 108 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 cr. * | ||||
ENG 102 - College English II 3 cr. | ||||
LIB 111 - Information Literacy 1 cr. | ||||
NUR 154 - Nursing II 9 cr. | ||||
PSY 210 - Life Span Development 3 cr. | ||||
Semester Credits 20 | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
BIO 201 - Microbiology 4 cr. * | ||||
NUR 252 - Nursing III 10 cr. | ||||
SOC 101 - Principles of Sociology 3 cr. | ||||
Semester Credits 17 | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
MAT 105 - College Algebra 3 cr. or higher | ||||
NUR 254 - Nursing IV 12 cr. | ||||
Semester Credits 15 | ||||
Total Credits 72*These courses require prerequisites. ENG 101 is a pre/co‐requisite for all history and 200 level courses. BIO 107, BIO 108 and BIO 201 may be repeated only once. | ||||
Note:Through advisement, students will also fulfill General Education Requirements. | ||||
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