pre-nursing advising session 2010 draft created by the advising center and subject to change without...
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Pre-Nursing Advising Session
2010 DRAFT
Created by the Advising Center and subject to change without notice. Please see the nursing application for final information.
Agenda
The Big PictureOverview of the application processDetails about prerequisitesIdeas about educational planningThe point systemApplication InformationQ & A
Overview
Special Admit program1 application cycle per year45 credits of prerequisites
May start pre-reqs in any termCan be taken at your own paceFlexible scheduling
Nursing program is hands-on, full-time, and class scheduling is not flexible
OCNE
Oregon Consortium for Nursing EducationOHSU + 8 Community CollegesA common set of prerequisites allows
students to apply to all OCNE schools.Articulated with OHSU for completion of
the BS in Nursing in one additional year.Apply to as many schools as feasible!
The Big Picture
Year 1: Prerequisites Year 2: 1st year of Nursing requirements Year 3: 2nd year of Nursing requirements
In Fall term, students decide whether they want to: Finish their AAS in Nursing at the end of this year, or Continue for 1 additional year & earn their BS in Nursing
AAS students eligible for the RN Licensure exam
Year 4: 3rd year of Nursing requirements for BS in Nursing students only
Non-OCNE schools
Not all programs are part of OCNE:Chemeketa is NOT part of OCNEPrivate schools are NOT part of OCNE
Please inquire at these schools for prerequisite requirements
Some transfer guides available online
Application Cycle
Students may begin prerequisites in any term.
At least 30 credits of prerequisites completed by the end of Winter 2010.Must include BI 231 and Math competency
Applications deadline to be announcedApplications are scored on a point system
Application Cycle
About 100-120 students are invited to interview. All interviewees are ranked. Top 40 students are notified of acceptance. All others are placed on a “alternate list” and
notified in rank order should a place become available.
Admitted students must complete all prereqs by end of Summer 2010 for Fall start.
The Application
Focuses mainly on grades in completed courses
Must be submitted by published deadlineDownload it from the Nursing Department
website
The Point System
1.Application
• up to 70 points
• determines who is invited to interview.
2.Interview/Essay
• up to 30 points
• added to the initial points to determine top candidates.
Points Breakdown
Cumulative GPA of prerequisites
40 pointsFormula:(GPA x 24) – 56 = Points
Example:(4.00 x 24) – 56 = 40 points(3.75 x 24) – 56 = 34 points(3.50 x 24) – 56 = 28 points(3.00 x 24) – 56 = 16 points
Points Breakdown
Cumulative GPA of prerequisites
40 points Grade in BI 231A&P I
5 points
Grade = PointsA = 5B = 3C = 0
Points Breakdown
Course = PointsA&P I = 0A&P I & II = 3A&P I, II, & III = 5
Cumulative GPA of prerequisites
40 points Grade in BI 231A&P I
5 points A&P sequence completed
by Winter Term 2010
5 points
Cumulative GPA of prerequisites 40 points Grade in BI 231A&P I 5 points A&P sequence completed
by Winter Term 2010 5 points All prerequisites completed
by Winter Term 2010 5 points
Points Breakdown
37 of 45 credits earned= 3 points45 of 45 credits earned = 5 points
Cumulative GPA of prerequisites 40 points Grade in BI 231A&P I 5 points A&P sequence completed
by Winter Term 2010 5 points All prerequisites completed
by Winter Term 2010 5 points Prior degree 3 points
Points Breakdown
Degree = PointsAssociate Degree = 1 point
Baccalaureate Degree = 2 pointsMasters or higher = 3 points
Cumulative GPA of prerequisites 40 points Grade in BI 231A&P I 5 points A&P sequence completed
by Winter Term 2010 5 points All prerequisites completed
by Winter Term 2010 5 points Prior degree 3 points Discretionary points (next slide) 12 points----------------------------------------------------------------- up
to 70 points
Points Breakdown
CCC’s Discretionary Points
12 available points: 3 points: Completion of one of the following at CCC in the
last 5 years (not before Summer 2005). Nursing Assistant EMT 102 or 117 Medical Assistant CC Dental Assistant CC Clinical Lab Assistant CC
3 points: Employment at a partner institution. 3 points: Employment in the health care field (direct patient
care). 3 points: Foreign language numbered 203 or higher on
college transcript.
Points breakdown: Interview/Essay
Up to 30 points awardedAssesses critical thinkingNothing for which you can studyGroup setting: 3-4 students interviewed
by a few facultyEach student answers the same
questions, with the first person to answer rotating through the group
Example…
Preparing for the Interview
Interview & be interviewed Augment your prerequisite courses with…
HD 144 Assertive Communication HD 145 Stress Management HD 146 Values Clarification HD 147 Decision Making HD 148 Dealing with Depression HD 153 Managing Conflict HD 154 Building Self-Confidence HD 156 Creative Goal Setting HD 157 Procrastination & Time Management HD 158 Managing Change HD 159 Surviving Loss/Rediscovering Joy HD 161 Multicultural Awareness
Find these under
“College Success”
in the Scheduleof Classes
Prerequisites Courses& Educational Planning
Based on 2009 application
Prerequisite Courses
Notes: At least 30 credits must be completed by the
end of Fall 2009 BI 231 A&P I and Math competency must be
completed by the end of Winter Term 2010 All 45 credits must be completed by the end of
Summer 2010 Cumulative GPA of prerequisite courses must
be at least a 3.0 Individual courses must be completed with a
letter grade of “C” or better
Refer to the prerequisite handout
Prerequisite Courses
The Anatomy & Physiology Sequence
12 cr BI 112 & CH 112 are preres for A&P at CCC.
CH 112 has a prereq of MTH 065.
BI 231 A&PI must be completed by the end of Winter Term 2010.
BI 231, 232 & 233 must be completed in sequence.
Must be completed within past 5 years (not before Summer 2005)
Prerequisite Courses
FN 225 Nutrition 4 crFN 270 from PCC is OKSome students have noted that Nutrition is easier
after having completed CH 112PSY 215 Human Development 4 crWR 121 & 122 6-8 crPass WR 095 or be placed into WR 121Must be completed in sequence
Prerequisite Courses
Humanities, Social Science, or
Natural Science 14 cr At least 6 credits must come from the Social Science area
(in addition to PSY 215) BI 112 & CH 112 may be used to fulfill 8 credits Choose courses from approved subject areas
Elective Credits varies Any college-level credits (courses numbered 100 or
higher) to meet 45 credit requirement.
Prerequisite Competencies
Math 095 or higher
Students must demonstrate math competency by:Completion of MTH 095 with a “C” or higherPlacement into MTH 105/111 or higher (5 year
recency on placement test; not before Summer 2005)
Must be completed by the end of Winter Term 2010
Prerequisite Competencies
Basic Computer Literacy
Students can demonstrate computer literacy by: Completing CS 120 with a “C” or higher Earn 62+ points on CCC’s Computer Literacy Test
CS 120 can be used as a Natural Science elective or General Elective credit
Must be completed within past 5 years (not before Summer 2005)
Thinking about the BSN, consider…
Foreign Language requirement:The BSN degree requires students to have…
two years of a foreign language in HS, or two terms at the college level
Math requirement:The BSN degree requires MTH 243 Statistics
Planning Your Education
There is no “one way” to complete prerequisites.
Everyone’s path will look a little different.Start with placement testing or transcript
evaluation
How to build an Educational Plan…
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr MTH 060 4cr MTH 065 4cr MTH 095 4cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr MTH 060 4cr MTH 065 4cr MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr MTH 060 4cr MTH 065 4cr MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
BI 231 4cr BI 232 4cr BI 233 4cr
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr
WR 095 4cr
MTH 060 4cr
WR 121 4cr
MTH 065 4cr
WR 122 4cr
MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
BI 231 4cr BI 232 4cr BI 233 4cr
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr
WR 095 4cr
MTH 060 4cr
WR 121 4cr
MTH 065 4cr
WR 122 4cr
MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
BI 231 4cr
PSY 215 4cr
BI 232 4cr
FN 225 4cr
BI 233 4cr
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr
WR 095 4cr
Soc Sci 4cr
MTH 060 4cr
WR 121 4cr
Soc Sci 4cr
MTH 065 4cr
WR 122 4cr
MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
BI 231 4cr
PSY 215 4cr
BI 232 4cr
FN 225 4cr
BI 233 4cr
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr
WR 095 4cr
Soc Sci 4cr
MTH 060 4cr
WR 121 4cr
Soc Sci 4cr
MTH 065 4cr
WR 122 4cr
Hum/S/SS 4cr
MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
BI 231 4cr
PSY 215 4cr
BI 232 4cr
FN 225 4cr
BI 233 4cr
Hum/S/SS 4cr
Pre-Reqs & Educational Planning
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
MTH 020 4cr
WR 095 4cr
Soc Sci 4cr
MTH 060 4cr
WR 121 4cr
Soc Sci 4cr
MTH 065 4cr
WR 122 4cr
Hum/S/SS 4cr
MTH 095 4cr
BI 112 4cr
CH 112 4cr
12cr
Term 5 Term 6 Term 7 Term 8
BI 231 4cr
PSY 215 4cr
MTH 111 5 cr
BI 232 4cr
FN 225 4cr
MTH 243 4cr
BI 233 4cr
Hum/S/SS 4cr
BI 234 4cr
CS 120 4cr
Your Educational Plan
Start with your placement in Math and Writing.
Remember to include BI 112 & CH 112 after completing MTH 065 and prior to starting the A&P Sequence.
Use the catalog to determine in which terms prerequisites are offered.
Application: Details
Top Application Tips
Read through the entire applicationComplete all required pagesBe certain to include:
PaymentTranscripts
Do NOT submit your application until Fall grades are transcripted
Turn you application by the deadline
A 4 4 16 CCC Fall 08
B 4 3 12 CCC Winter 09
B 4 4 12 CCC Summer 08
A 4 4 16 CCC Fall 08
A 3 4 12 CCC Spring 08
A 4 4 16 CCC Summer 08
Spring 09
A 3 4 12 CCC Fall 08
A 4 4 16 CCC Winter 09
A 4 4 16 CCC Spring 08
A 3 4 12 CCC Fall 08
B 4 3 12 CCC Spring 08
PSY 101
ANT 103
BI 112
WR 123
CH 112
41 152
3.707
Application tips
Wait…why didn’t it add up to 45 credits?
A&P III wasn’t completed; so…45 total possible creditsminus 4 credits of A&P III not completedEquals 41 credits that can be used toward
application
Application tips
OK…so, what if I took FN 225 but didn’t like my grade and plan to retake it. Do I have to put it on my application?
Nope. As long as you meet the minimum application requirements, you can leave the course off of your application.
Application tips
I think that I filled it out right, but…When you submit your application, Patty
will review it and make any corrections. Many times students end up with more
points after Patty reviews their application.
When you received your points letter in the mail, you will have time to ask her questions.
Application tips
Can anyone review my application before I turn it in?
Find a detail-oriented friend to get a fresh set of eyes on your application.
CCC faculty & staff are unable to review applications for completeness or complete it with you. We can answer specific questions.
Application tips
I submitted official transcript previously, do I need to submit another copy?
We strongly encourage that you do.
Frequently Asked Questions& Student Services
2009-2010 Academic Year
Frequently Asked Questions
I have transfer credits from another school. How do I know if/how they count? Submit official transcripts to Enrollment Services
(Rook Hall) with a Transfer Credit Evaluation Request form (www.clackamas.edu/forms).
How do I know where to start with Math and Writing courses? Visit the Testing Center (Rook Hall) to have your
ACT/SAT evaluated or take the placement tests. If you have previous college math or writing credit,
talk with an advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I figure out my prerequisite GPA? Add up your total grade points and divide by
attempted credit hours.
Grades/ Attempted
Course Points* Credits Grade Pt.
BI 112 A/4 x 4 = 16
CH 112 B/3 x 4 = 12
WR 121 A/4 x 3 = 12
Totals: 11 40
40 ÷ 11 = 3.636
* Letter Grade & Corresponding Grade Point: A = 4 B = 3C = 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I retake a prerequisite course?The more recent course will factor into the
cumulative GPA, not the better grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any courses I can take before getting into the Nursing Program other than prereqs?Yes: BI 234 & MTH 243.Students must complete a biology course with
genetics prior to the 2nd term of the program (BI 112 fulfills this requirement).
Frequently Asked Questions
But I took a different Biology course and it had genetics in it. Do I need to take BI 112 as well? Make an appointment to meet with Barb
Cannon ([email protected]) to inquire about a Course Substitution.
She is the only one who can approve substitutions!
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have already have a bachelor degree?Consider applying to Univ. of Portland’s
Alternate Entry Masters Program Look into Accelerated BSN programs at
OHSU.Contact specific schools for more info.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I need help in my classes?Math Lab
Streeter Hall http://cs.clackamas.edu/streeterlab/
Writing Lab McLoughlin Hall, room 112 http://depts.clackamas.edu/writingcenter/
We’re here to help!
Advising x2794 Community Center Any advisor can help with questions Drop in basis
Counseling x2794 Community Center Confidential appointments made at Advising &
Counseling Reception desk
Admissions/Transfer Credit Evaluation Patty White ([email protected])
Pre-Nursing Advising Sessions
Questions?