490 Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions Registered Nurse to BSN (RN-to-BSN) TBS1: The BSN Option is available to registered nurses who have completed an AS degree in nursing. Potential students must have an active unencumbered Utah license or plan to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN exam within the first semester of the BSN program. Previous graduates of an AAS degree will need to complete the WSU general education requirements for the AS Degree prior to requesting admission to the RN to BSN program. Admission is dependent upon program space availability. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): The MSN program is designed to prepare l) nurse administrators, 2) college-level nursing faculty, and 3) nurse educators employed within healthcare institutions. The concentrations of nursing educator and nurse administrator will prepare students for advanced careers in nursing. Both concentrations are specifically intended for individuals with nursing experience who want to advance their careers as nurse administrators or college faculty. Please refer to Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for requirements. Licensure Applicants who have been convicted of a felony, treated for serious mental illness or substance abuse should discuss their eligibility status with the Utah State Board of Nursing. Acceptance to the nursing program does not assure eligibility for a RN license. The Utah Board of Nursing makes final decisions on issuance of professional licensure. Accreditation The School of Nursing programs (AAS/AS, BSN, and MSN) are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 P. 404.975.5000 F 404.975.5020 www.nlnac.org Admission Process For Entry Options Admission is competitive; therefore, the listed criteria for a dm iss io n should be co nsidered as m in im u m s ta nda rds. Associate of Science Degree Nursing (RN) DCHP Admission Office (801) 626-6136 Applicants for admission must first apply for admission to Weber State University. Applicants must also apply for admission to the Associate of Science Degree Nursing program. Dr. Ezekiel R Dumke College of Health Professions Admissions Advisement Office in the Marriott Allied Heath Building (MAH108B) or complete application information and forms are available on the School of Nursing website at http://weber.edu/nursing. Applications must be completed and on file by the admission cycle application deadline. An application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the School of Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by mail. All prerequisite courses must be successfully completed with a "C" grade or better in order to advance into the first semester of the nursing program. Admission requirements are outlined on the admissions application available at http:// weber. edu/nursing. Associate of Science/Associate of Applied Science Degree (PN-to-RN) Enrollment Director (801) 626-7774, prompt 6 Applicants for admission must first apply for admission to Weber State University. Applicants must also apply for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program. Applications are available on the School of Nursing website at http://weber.edu/nursing. Applications must be completed and on file by the admission cycle application deadline. An application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the School of Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by mail. Applicants to this program must have an LPN license or be eligible for testing for the NCLEX-PN exam. All prerequisite courses must be successfully completed with a "C" grade or better in order to advance into fall the third semester of the nursing program. Admission requirements are outlined on the admissions application available at http:// weber. edu/nursing. Bachelor of Science Degree (RN-to-BSN) Scho o I of Nu rs ing En ro llm ent Director (801) 626-7774, prompt 6 Applicants must first apply for admission to, or be a current matriculated student of, Weber State University. Applicants must also apply for admission to the Bachelor of Science Degree Nursing program. Applications must be completed and on file by the admission cycle application deadline. An application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the School of Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by mail. Admission requirements are outlined at http://weber.edu/nursing. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Enrollment Director (801) 626-7774, prompt 6 Minimum Admission Requirements: Applicants should apply for admission to Weber State University or be a current matriculated student of Weber State University. The online process for application to the MSN program becomes available in October of each year at weber.edu/MSN. The priority application deadline is March 1. Admission is for fall each year. Applicants will need to make a choice between the Administrative or Education Concentration on their application. An application fee must be paid at the end of the online application process. Admission applications are reviewed and evaluated by the Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. For more information please contact School of Nursing Enrollment Director at (801) 626- 7774, prompt 6. Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog