255 programs. 2+2 BSN students are guaranteed uninterrupted progression to the RN-to-BSN Program. However, uninterrupted program progression is contingent upon the student meeting RN-to-BSN admission criteria upon completion of the PN-to-RN or AS/AAS nursing programs & passing score on RN-NCLEX predictor exam. Additionally, in order to progress beyond the 1st semester of the RN-to-BSN curriculum, the 2+2 BSN student must successfully pass the RN-NCLEX exam. Failure to do so will result in an academic leave-of-absence until successful completion of the RN-NCLEX exam can be documented. Second: This option to the RN-to-BSN Program provides access to WSU AS/AAS Nursing graduates who are not previously dedared a 2+2 BSN student, but desire immediate progress to the RN-to-BSN Program levd. These students may request uninterrupted progression during the final semester of their AS/AAS Program of study. However, uninterrupted program progression is contingent upon the student meeting RN-to-BSN admission criteria upon completion of the PN-to-RN or AS/AAS nursing programs & passing score on RN-NCLEX predidor exam. Additionally, in order to progress beyond the 1st semester of the RN-to-BSN curriculum, the 2+2 BSN student must successfully pass the RN-NCLEX exam. Failure to do so will result in an academic leave-of-absence until successful completion of the RN-NCLEX exam can be documented. Uninterrupted program progression can not be guaranteed for non-2+2 BSN declared AS/AAS graduates. Program space availability may be limited. Third: This option is designed for licensed RN graduates from other AS/AAS or Diploma programs, or WSU AS/AAS nursing program graduates who have been out of school for an unspedfied period of time. Statewide Program Cooperative, contra dual, and outreach campuses bring the WSU nursing program to all sectors of the State. Cooperative Campus: AS or AAS options are offered at Utah State University in Logan and Snow College South in Richfield. Contractual Campus: A PN to AS or AAS Program is offered in affiliation with the Davis Applied Technology College in Kaysville. Outreach Campuses: Developed in response to rural needs, PN to AS/AAS and RN to BSN options are offered through outreach education. Dependent upon local needs and available funding, outreach programs are offered at various campuses throughout the state for specified time periods. Campus locations and entry level offerings vary from year to year. 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 Board of Nursing. Acceptance to the nursing program does not assure eligibility for a PN or RN license. The Utah State Board of Nursing makes final decisions on issuance of professional licensure. Accreditation The nursing program (PN, A A/A AS and BSN) is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission 61 Broadway New York, NY 10006 Phone: (800) 669-1656, Fax: (212) 812-0309 www.nlnac.org Admission Process For Entry Options Practical Nursing Telephone Contact: DCHP Admission Office (801) 626-6136 Applicants must first apply for admission to Weber State University. Applicants must also apply for admission to the Pradical Nursing program. Admission selections are made once per year. Applications may be obtained from the Nursing Admission Counselor, Room MH108B, Dr. Ezekiel R Dumke College of Health Professions. Applications must be completed and post-marked by 1 February each year. A $20 application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the Nursing Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee dedsion by mail. Program sdedees begin prerequisites summer semester and are admitted autumn semester. All summer prerequisite courses must be successfully completed with a "C" grade or better in order to advance into fall semester. Admission requirements include the following: • Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Course Form, Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate or Certified Nursing Assistant Recertification Letter • Graduation from high school or equivalent program • Admission to Weber State University • Completed application to Practical Nursing program and pay ment of the $20 application fee. • Complete Federal background check and dmg screen (upon ac ceptance to program) • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 • ACT composite score of 18 There is no longer an established "Minimum Math Application Requirement" as there as been in the past. All admitted applicants must show completion of the WSU Quantitative Literacy requirement prior to Associate of Science/ Associate of Applied Science Degree Nursing Telephone Contact: 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/Assodate of Applied Science Degree Nursing program. A 2 + 2 BSN Option is available to PN-to-RN and AS/AAS nursing students that desire uninterrupted progression through the AS/AAS Degree to the RN-to-BSN Program level. PN-to-RN and AS/ AAS Nursing Program applicants must declare the 2+2 BSN program option at the time of application. Admission seledions are made once per year. Applications may be obtained from the Nursing Admission Counsdor, Room MH108B in the Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions. Applications must be completed and on file by 1 February of each year. A $20 application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by mail. Program sdedees begin prerequisites summer semester and are admitted autumn semester. All summer prerequisite courses must be successfully completed with a "C" grade or better in order to advance into fall semester. Admission requirements include the following: • Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Course Form, Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate or Certified Nursing Assistant Recertification Letter • Graduation from high school or equivalent program • Complete Federal background check and dmg screen (upon acceptance to program) • Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBS INTRD MINORS Applied Science 8 Technology AUSV/ATTC CEET CS MFET/MET CMT DGET ENGR IDT SST TBE Arts 8 Humanities MENG COMM ENGL FL DANC MUSC THEA ART/ARTH Business SEcon MBA MACC/ACTG BSAD FIN MGMT MKTG SCM ECON/QUAN 1ST Education MED CHF ATHL/AT HLTH/NUTR PE/PEP/REC EDUC Heaifh Professions MHA CLS DENT PAR HTHS HAS/HIM NRS RADT DMS/NUCM RATH REST Science BTNY CHEM GEO MATH/MTHE MICR PHYS ZOOL Social S Behavioral Sciences MCJ/CJ ECON GEOG HIST POLS PHIL PSY SW GERT SOC AERO MILS NAVS Continuing Ed Davis Campus Weber State University 2007 - 2008 Catalog