292 return and obtain their baccalaureate degree. Utah RN Licensure without restrictions is required as well as completion of BSN admission criteria. A working RN who graduated with an AAS Degree will need to complete the requirements for the AS Degree prior to requesting admission to the RN to BSN program. Admission may be limited by availability of program space. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) The MSN program is designed to prepare 1) 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 page 266 for MSN requirements. Accreditation The nursing program (PN, AAS/AS and BSN) is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The MSN Program has been granted Candidate Status by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500 Atlanta, GA 30326 P. 404.975.5000 F. 404.975.5020 www.nlnac.org Admission Process For Entry Options Practical Nursing (PN) DCHP Admission Office (801) 626-6136 Applicants must first apply for admission to Weber State University. Applicants must also apply for admission to the Practical Nursing Program. Admission selections are made once per year. Applications may be obtained from the School of Nursing Admission Counselor, Room MH108B, Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions. Applications must be completed and postmarked by 1 February each year. A $25 application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the School of Nursing Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by mail. Program selectees begin prerequisites summer semester and are admitted for fall 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 the School of Nursing program and payment of $25 application fee • Complete Federal background check and drug screen (upon acceptance to program) • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 • 9 credit hours from the science and support courses completed by application deadline, of which at least 3 credit hours must be from the science courses Associate of Applied Science / 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/Associate of Applied Science Degree Nursing Program. A 2 + 2 BSN Option is available to RN Completion (PN-to-RN) and AS/AAS nursing students that desire uninterrupted progression through the AS/AAS Degree to the RN-to-BSN Program level. Admission selections are made once per year. Applications may be obtained from the School of Nursing Admission Counselor, 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 $25 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. Program selectees begin prerequisites summer semester and are admitted fall 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 drug screen (upon acceptance to program) • Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 • 9 credit hours from the science and support courses completed by application deadline, of which at least 3 credit hours must be from the science courses • Admission to Weber State University • Completed application to Associate of Science/Associate of Applied Science Degree option and payment of $25 application fee RN Completion (PN-to-RN) AAS/AS DCHP Admission Office (801) 626-6136 Applicants must first apply for admission to Weber State University. Applicants must also apply for admission to the RN Completion Program. Admission times and deadlines vary according to campus location. For applications and deadline information, please contact the School of Nursing Admission Counselor, Room MH108B, Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions. A $25 application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed and evaluated by the Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by mail. Admission requirements include the following: • Graduate of an NLNAC Accredited Practical Nursing Program or equivalent program (a challenge examination may be required for those graduating from an equivalent program) • Completion of WSU general education requirements for Practical Nursing with "C" grade or better • Complete Federal background check and drug screen (upon acceptance to program) • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 • Admission to Weber State University • Completed application to PN to AAS/AS option and payment of $25 application fee • Successful completion of WSU Nursing PN Comprehensive Predictor Exam • Utah PN-NCLEX eligible Weber State University 2010-2011 Catalog