College of Nursing & Healthcare
Innovation

nursing.asu.edu
Bernadette M. Melnyk, PhD, Dean

Preprofessional Admission

Students are admitted into the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation as “premajor Nursing” students. Admission to ASU as a premajor Nursing student does not guarantee admission into the professional program. Admission to the professional program requires a separate application to the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation and is competitive, with the greatest emphasis placed on grade point average based on selected prerequisite courses.

In addition to meeting the university requirements for admission, it is recommended that students complete one year each of high school chemistry and biology.

Premajor Nursing students are required to seek academic advising each semester through the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office. This advising includes course planning and information about application materials and deadlines.

Transfer Credits

While ASU accepts transfer credit from other accredited institutions, all transfer credit may not apply toward a BSN degree. Students completing course work at a community college or university other than ASU should consult a College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation academic advisor to plan an appropriate sequence of prerequisite courses and to apply to the professional program. The college has a transfer partnership agreement with the Maricopa Community College District. See a College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation academic advisor for details. The college may not accept transfer credit (especially science) completed more than seven years before the date of application to the professional program.

Professional Program Admission

Individuals interested in applying to the professional program must receive advising from a College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation academic advisor and are required to attend an application workshop. Contact the Student Services Office in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation at 602/496-0888 for details. Students are eligible for consideration for admission to the professional program if they meet the following criteria:

1. regular admission to the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation at the Downtown campus as a premajor Nursing student;

2. academic good standing at ASU and in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation;

3. minimum prerequisite GPA of 2.75;

4. completion of designated prerequisite courses with an earned grade of “C” (2.00) or higher in each course;

5. completion of all application materials;

6. submission of all required health and immunization requirements;

7. a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 or higher for international students (see TOEFL);

8. receipt of entrance examination scores; and

9. submission of other required materials.

Admission is selective and based on available resources. Meeting the minimum prerequisite GPA does not ensure admission. All qualified applicants may not be admitted. Students admitted to the professional program are required to meet the following additional criteria:

1. proof of CPR certification (Level C American Heart Association Health Care Provider);

2. proof of negative drug screen;

3. completion of all required health and immunization information;

4. eligible for fingerprint clearance card; and

5. other required materials.

Professional program courses are offered at the Community Services Building in Tempe, the Downtown Phoenix campus, the Mayo Clinic Hospital campus, the Polytechnic campus, and the West campus. Students are asked to specify location preference as part of the application process. Students are expected to complete the professional program on the campus assigned upon admission.

The four semester (64 semester hour) professional program is available in two options: (1) a 24-month option with classes scheduled during the fall and spring semesters at the Downtown campus, and (2) a 16-month year round option with classes scheduled during fall, spring, and summer sessions with minimal breaks between semesters available at various sites. For more information, visit the Web site at nursing.asu.edu, or contact the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office.

Opportunities for individual, direct, and group patient care are available in a variety of settings: community clinics; health fairs; hospice; geriatric facilities; schools; industries; hospitals; home health; and rehabilitation agencies.

Professional Program Transfer

Students requesting to transfer into the professional program with advanced standing may be required to submit letters of recommendation. Any student enrolled in good standing at any accredited/approved baccalaureate school of nursing within the past two years may apply for admission into the professional program. To be considered for admission to the professional program, transfer students must first be admitted to ASU as premajor Nursing students (see Undergraduate Admission) and must also meet all professional program admission requirements. To be considered for advanced standing in the professional program courses, petitions for each course must be completed by the student accompanied by course descriptions and syllabus materials and be approved by the College Standards Committee.

Admission of Registered Nurses (RNs)

All RN students are admitted into the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation as premajor Nursing students. Each RN must show evidence of a current unencumbered Arizona RN license or one from a compact state recognized by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. RN students are responsible for adhering to Arizona State Board of Nursing Rules and Regulations.

Alternatives are available to RNs to facilitate their progress in the program, including credit by examination, substitution of previously completed nursing courses for specified ASU nursing courses, and transfer of general education course work completed at other accredited colleges and universities. All RN students must consult with an academic advisor in planning their program of study. See Professional Program Admission, for admission criteria into the BSN professional program. Registered nurses are admitted into the RN-BSN only program track twice a year, in January and in August.

Readmission to the Professional Program

Students who have not been in continuous enrollment must file a petition requesting readmission to the professional program and must provide the following documents:

1. proof of current enrollment or readmission to ASU and the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation in good standing;

2. transcripts from all colleges or universities attended; and

3. all other admission requirements as outlined under Admission.

Arizona State Board of Nursing Requirement

To be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), a student must have a high school diploma or GED certificate as well as proof of graduation from an approved nursing program. Arizona State law prohibits an individual convicted of a felony from applying for nursing licensure or certification until five years after the date of absolute discharge of the sentence. Application for, and passage of, the NCLEX-RN is the sole responsibility of the student.

College Health Requirements

Students admitted/enrolled in the professional program are responsible for fulfilling the requirements of the health policies of the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation. The student is responsible for providing proof to the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office of having met these requirements before enrollment in the professional program courses. These health policies include the following requirements:

1. proof of measles (rubeola), mumps, and rubella immunization (two MMRs or appropriate titers);

2. proof of annual tuberculosis screening;

3. completed series of hepatitis B vaccine or proof of hepatitis B titer;

4. current American Heart Association Level C CPR Certification;

5. proof of tetanus, diphtheria immunization (TD);

6. proof of varicella (chicken pox) immunization; and

7. proof of negative drug screen.

A student may not participate in any clinical experience without meeting these requirements.

An annual flu vaccine is also recommended; other health information may be required. While the Hepatitis A vaccination is not required for admission, information on who might benefit from the vaccination is available from the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office.

Latex Sensitivity

Healthcare workers are at risk for developing Latex allergies, which may be life threatening. It is the student’s responsibility to report if an allergy or sensitivity to Latex products is suspected; medical care is imperative for diagnosis, guidance, and treatment.

Fingerprint Clearance

All College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation students admitted to the professional program must submit a photocopy of their fingerprint clearance card to the Student Services Office by the first day of class.

Essential Functions

Students admitted to the professional program are expected to meet the Essential Functional Abilities of the Undergraduate Nursing Student. Essential functions for this program include gathering data through the senses (hearing, seeing, etc.), synthesizing information from a variety of sources, making decisions regarding patient care, and performing necessary physical and mental activities to ensure safe care. Some clinical experiences may require students to purchase their own protective devices. For complete details, call an advisor in the Student Services Office at 602/496-0888.

ASU Health Requirements

See Undergraduate Admission, and Immunization Requirements.

Professional Liability Insurance

It is highly recommended that students carry their own professional liability insurance when enrolled in clinical nursing courses.

Health and Accident Insurance

It is strongly recommended that all students carry their own health and accident insurance. Some clinical agencies require students to have current health insurance. See the Baccalaureate Programs Student Handbook. Each student is personally responsible for costs related to any accident or illness during or outside of school activities.

Automobile Insurance

Students are required by state law to carry automobile insurance. Students are responsible for transportation to and from clinical sites. Extensive travel may be required for selected clinical experiences.

Academic Advising

Academic advising, provided by the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation through the Student Services Office, is an essential aspect of the education experience; see Academic Advising. Members of the fall 2007 freshman class have a new way to manage their academic experience; see eAdvisor.

While the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation provides academic advising, it is ultimately the responsibility of each student to fulfill academic and program requirements. Advisors are available by appointment in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office. Call 602/496-0888 (see Student Services). Advisor appointments are also available at West campus, the Polytechnic campus, and at several community colleges in the area. Advisors assist students with program planning, registration, preparation of needed petitions, verification of graduation requirements, referrals to university and community resources, and career planning.

Student responsibilities include following university guidelines regarding submission of transcripts from all colleges other than ASU, obtaining the necessary signatures or computer verifications required by the university, and following university procedures for matriculation.

Mandatory Advising

All premajor Nursing students are required to meet with an academic advisor before registering for each semester of classes. All students on probation are required to meet with an advisor to plan strategies for improving their academic standing.

Declaration of Graduation.

Students following the curriculum requirements of the 1996–1998 or later catalog editions must file a Declaration of Graduation form using the Degree Audit Reporting System during enrollment in the first semester of the professional program.

Student Employment

Each of the four semesters in the prelicensured professional program is composed of 16 semester hours. Seven to eight of these semester hours reflect three days in clinical laboratory practicum experience. The remaining eight to nine semester hours reflect classroom hours with preparation and study requiring additional time and effort. It is suggested that any other extracurricular activities or employment be kept at a minimum.

Degrees

Nursing—BSN

The completion of the curriculum leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The purpose of the program is to prepare beginning professional nurses, who possess the theoretical foundation and the clinical competence, to function in various healthcare settings. The graduate is prepared to deliver nursing care services to individuals, families, specific population groups, and communities. The undergraduate program provides students with a foundation for graduate studies in nursing at the master’s level.

Professional program courses are offered at four locations: the Downtown Phoenix campus, the Polytechnic campus, the Mayo Clinic Hospital campus, and the West campus. To be eligible to enroll in the professional courses at any location, students must be admitted to the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation, submit all required material for admission to the professional program, and be admitted to the college’s undergraduate professional program.

Program objectives for the undergraduate curriculum are directed toward preparation of graduates with generalist abilities. Based on theoretical and empirical knowledge from nursing, the humanities, and physical, biological, and behavioral sciences, graduates are prepared to

1. combine theoretical knowledge from the sciences, humanities, and nursing as a base for critical thinking in professional nursing practice and develop understanding of client, health, environment, and nursing;

2. design comprehensive therapeutic nursing care in partnership with individuals, families, groups, populations, and communities, including those who are culturally diverse and/or vulnerable and at risk for health disparities;

3. provide safe, competent, and effective nursing care using principle-based communication, technical/psychomotor, teaching, management, and therapeutic skills;

4. generate own professional practice that focuses on health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention and illness and disease management from a holistic perspective;

5. analyze and apply research findings to promote evidence-based nursing practice;

6. display values and behaviors consistent with the culture of professional nursing;

7. display personal and leadership characteristics appropriate for providers, designers, managers, and coordinators of care;

8. display responsibility and accountability for providers, designers, managers, and coordinators of care;

9. collaborate with nurses, other healthcare providers, and clients in the delivery of holistic care that is responsive to changing needs, sociopolitical, and global environmental factors; and

10. analyze current nursing and healthcare services and trends, and identify future healthcare needs.

Nursing—RN Program Track

Courses have been designed to expand the knowledge base of the RN. Practice experiences in home health, community health, and leadership prepare RNs for roles in the expanding healthcare arena. Programs of study are developed and implemented that reflect individual capabilities, prior educational learning experiences, and career goals of RNs. Faculty and academic advisors work with RN students to maximize learning experiences and plan a program that meets their unique needs and interests.

The RN-BSN program track is structured to provide an accessible, accelerated, and predictable pathway through the program.

ASU-Maricopa Nursing Alliance

A new partnership between ASU and Maricopa Community Colleges assists individuals who have previously earned, or are currently pursing, an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Nursing. The partnership helps individuals to successfully transition from their AAS nursing program at one of the Maricopa Community Colleges to the baccalaureate program track (RN-BSN) at the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation. Participants in the alliance are eligible to receive unique services and benefits from both ASU and the Maricopa Community Colleges.

RN-BSN

The RN-BSN program track offers RNs the opportunity to complete upper-division professional nursing courses in one calendar year in a program featuring reasonable costs, predictable year-round course scheduling, reduced in-class time, and a variety of instructional delivery methods, including Web-enhanced and Web-based courses. Completion of upper-division general education requirements may require additional time beyond the one year of professional nursing courses. Satisfactory completion of all general education and nursing prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and an earned minimum prerequisite GPA of 2.75 is required. RNs are accepted into the RN-BSN program track twice a year (January and August). See Admission of Registered Nurses (RNs).

Nursing—MS

The faculty in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation offer a program leading to an MS degree in Nursing with concentrations in

1. adult health nursing with tracks in the primary care of chronically ill adults;

2. community health nursing;

3. psychiatric/mental health nursing;

4. family health nursing;

5. women’s health;

6. parent-child nursing with the tracks in primary or acute care nursing of children, and neonatal programs; and

7. the nurse educator program.

The program requires a minimum of 40 semester hours with an earned grade of “B” (3.00) or higher in all courses in the program of study. Students in the nurse practitioner options are required to complete additional semester hours. Requirements for this program are described in the Graduate Catalog. Persons interested in applying for admission to the program should write to the Division of Graduate Studies for a Graduate Catalog and application form (see Admission to the Division of Graduate Studies) and contact the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office. See College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Graduate Degrees and Majors table.

Nursing—MHI

The distance education, online Master of Healthcare Innovation program is an innovative initiative led by the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation in collaboration with the School of Health Management and Policy. The program is designed to offer a futuristic educational approach to the development of healthcare leaders from multiple disciplines as innovators to transform the current healthcare system to improve health outcomes and costs for patients and healthcare providers, enhance the quality of healthcare services, and better integrate members of the community into the healthcare system. Bioethics, technology, team building, personal development, and evidence-based practice are core themes throughout the program. The program consists of nine courses and 33 semester hours. In addition, six of the semester hours are dedicated to directed study in which the student explores a specific area of interest in a real-world healthcare setting.

Nursing—DNS

An innovative Doctor of Nursing Science program prepares students to pursue a career as a leader in health policy, healthcare delivery, nursing education, and/or research. Emphasis is on application of research and theory in nursing practice. For more information, access the Web site at nursing.asu.edu.

Graduate Certificate Programs

Community and Public Health Practice Program

The Graduate Certificate in Community and Public Health Practice is directed toward students with baccalaureate degrees who currently work in community or public health or other relevant fields, who want to solve public health problems and apply a breadth of knowledge and expertise in the community. It is open to both nursing and nonnursing students. The curriculum consists of 16 to 18 semester hours of graduate study that may be applied toward the Master of Science degree. Part-time study is available. For more information, call 602/543-6742.

Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare Program

This post-master’s Graduate Certificate in Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare program prepares nurse clinicians and other healthcare professionals as experts in evidence-based practice (EBP) and as systemwide change agents for the advancement of and sustainability of EBP. EBP is the conscientious use of best evidence (i.e., research findings, findings from quality improvement and practice management initiatives, and findings from patient assessment), in combination with clinician expertise and patient preferences and values, in clinical decision making. The EBP graduate certificate is a 17-semester-hour program offered on a consecutive 12-month basis beginning in August each calendar year. The program is designed to facilitate networking and support among the cohort of students; therefore, courses must be taken sequentially during the 12-month period. For more information, access the Web site at nursing.asu.edu/caep.

Nurse Educator Program

The Graduate Certificate in Nurse Education in Academic and Practice Settings is a 14-semester-hour program. It is designed for nurses from academic or practice settings who want to prepare themselves for teaching in the rapidly changing landscape of nursing education. These courses may also be taken concurrently in the nursing master’s program. For more information, access the Web site at nursing.asu.edu/programs/graduate/certificate/ned.

University Graduation Requirements

In addition to fulfilling college and major requirements, students must meet all university graduation requirements. For more information, see University Graduation Requirements.

First-Year Composition Requirement

Completion of both ENG 101 and 102 or ENG 105 or equivalent with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher is required for graduation from ASU in any baccalaureate degree program.

General Studies Requirement

All students enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program must satisfy a university requirement of a minimum of 35 semester hours of approved course work in General Studies, as described in General Studies. Note that all three General Studies awareness areas are required. Consult an advisor for an approved list of courses. Many of the university General Studies requirements may be met through completion of College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation course requirements. See an academic advisor for details. General Studies courses are listed in the Online ASU Interactive Schedule of Classes and in the Summer Sessions Bulletin.

College Degree Requirements

The BSN degree requires 120 semester hours. Any request for a course substitution or waiver, or modification in degree requirements and/or professional program admission requirements may be requested through a petition to the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Standards Committee. For details, see an academic advisor.

Prerequisite Course Requirements

The following courses must be completed before enrolling in the professional program. Completion of these courses does not ensure admission to the professional program. RN students should refer to RN-BSN Degree Requirements.

Professional Nursing Courses for RNs

The following nursing courses are taught over a period of 12 months. Theory classes are held one day a week for six months. Practice and theory courses require a commitment of three days a week over the remaining six months.

Health

Students in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation who exhibit or demonstrate a lack of physical and/or mental health necessary to function effectively in a clinical experience and/or classroom setting may be required to complete a health examination and have the results made available upon request to the College Standards Committee. Students whose health, behavior, and/or performance have been questioned may be reviewed for continuation in nursing courses by the College Standards Committee. The student may appear in person before the committee and personally present information relevant to the committee’s review.

Information may also be presented in writing without making a personal appearance.

Professional Standards

Students are held to the professional standards reflected in the American Nurses’ Association Code of Ethics for Nurses. Professional behavior and appearance are required during all nursing course activities.

Student Transportation

Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from health agencies and other selected experience settings, such as home visits to clients. Extensive travel may be required for selected clinical experiences.

Laboratory Fees

In several nursing laboratory and clinical practice courses, students are provided an opportunity to practice and perfect nursing skills before contact with clients. These courses require an extensive use of equipment and supplies from the Nursing Learning Resource Center. Accordingly, students are assessed a fee for the following courses: NUR 341, 342, 381, 382, 441, 442, 481, 482, 495, and 496. Consult with an advisor for information on laboratory fees for Nursing courses. Fees may be assessed on other courses. See the current Online ASU Interactive Schedule of Classes.

Special Programs

Honors Program

The Nursing Honors Program provides opportunities for academically talented nursing students to engage in educational enrichment opportunities. The program focuses on students in the professional program; however, opportunities are available in lower-division courses. For students pursuing upper-division honors work, this enriched learning experience begins in the junior year. Honors course work, consisting of at least 18 hours of upper-division honors credit, offers a challenging curriculum. Honors students are guided to complete honors credit in courses that complement their academic and career goals. Students interested in pursuing the Nursing Honors Program are encouraged to seek advising in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office. Once admitted to the professional program, students receive advising from the honors coordinator.

For more information, call 602/496-0888, or stop by the Student Services Office. Interested students should also call Barrett, the Honors College at 480/965-4033.

The Academy for Continuing Education

The Continuing and Extended Education Program presents a variety of credit and noncredit offerings at ASU campuses, employer work sites, or electronically. These offerings are designed to assist practicing registered nurses and other healthcare professionals in maintaining and enriching their competencies, broadening their scientific knowledge base, and enhancing their skills in adapting to the changing healthcare environment. Programs are organized in response to both the healthcare needs of populations and the learning needs of nurses engaged in a variety of professional roles and clinical specialties.

For descriptions of continuing and extended education offerings, call the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation, at 602/496-2644 or access the program’s Web site at nursing.asu.edu/ace.

Academic Nursing Centers

The College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation administers three Academic Nursing Centers: Community Service Health Clinic in Scottsdale; Breaking the Cycle Community Healthcare in Phoenix; and Escalante Health Clinic in Tempe. Nurse practitioners provide primary care with an emphasis on promotion of wellness to families and individuals of all ages. The centers also serve as learning sites for both master’s and baccalaureate nursing students.

For more information, access the centers’ Web site at nursing.asu.edu/anc.

Southwest Borderlands Initiative

The mission of the ASU Southwest Borderlands (SWB) Nursing Web site, www.public.asu.edu/~cbaldwi1/swborderlands/mission.htm, is to provide information and resources to promote health education and cultural understanding of Latinos and Latinas in Arizona and along its borders. In addition, the site provides a foundation of resources for future research and educational direction for faculty, prospective faculty, students, and healthcare providers.

The Southwest Borderlands Initiative unites professionals across the university to collaborate on issues specific to the Latino community, particularly in the areas of Latino and Latina health, social and cultural policy, Chicano arts and culture, and science, engineering, and technology.

American Indian Students United for Nursing (ASUN)

The ASUN project was established in the fall of 1990 through a grant from the Indian Health Service. The purpose of ASUN is to increase the number of Native Americans studying nursing at ASU and the number of nurses providing care to Native American communities. This is being accomplished through special recruitments and by providing programs to help the students successfully complete their studies in nursing. ASUN services include academic advising, tutoring, and computer access. General information is provided regarding American Indian student resources, periodic Pow Wows, Blessings, luncheons, and similar activities. For more information, call the ASUN office at 602/496-0710.

Center for the Advancement of Evidence-Based Practice

For more information, see Center for the Advancement of Evidence-Based Practice.

Center for Healthy Outcomes in Aging

For more information, see Center for Healthy Outcomes in Aging.

Center for Improving Health Outcomes in Children, Teens, and Families

For more information, see Center for Improving Health Outcomes in Children, Teens, and Families.

General Information

Student Services

The Student Services Office in the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation provides academic advising, general advising, and referral to university resources. The staff of the Student Services Office is available to help students with a variety of concerns related to academic or personal issues. Advising appointments are available at various locations: the Downtown Phoenix campus, the Mayo Clinic Hospital campus, the Polytechnic campus, and West campus. Prospective students wanting more information on College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation programs or wanting to schedule an advising appointment should contact the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office at 602/496-0888.

Scholarship and Financial Aid

For information on scholarships and loans, see Financial Aid. Information about scholarship and loans for nursing students may be obtained from the Student Financial Assistance Office or the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Student Services Office.

Learning Resources

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) contains a clinical simulation laboratory with a full range of simulated medical equipment and manikins, a complex care unit, and a health assessment lab at the Downtown campus, the Polytechnic campus, and West campus. The LRC materials include nursing course reference materials, selected nursing textbooks, nursing theses and applied projects, audiovisual equipment, media, models, and other visual aides. In the computer lab, computers with Microsoft Office Suite are available for nursing students, as well as a variety of computer software related to nursing and healthcare. Selected resources are available for checkout. The LRC is staffed to assist students during regular semester schedules. For more information, see the Undergraduate Student Handbook, available on the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation Web site at nursing.asu.edu/studentservices/student_resources.htm.

Clinical Facilities

Learning experiences with patients/clients and families are provided under the supervision of qualified faculty in cooperation with a variety of federal, state, county, private, and other agencies. The College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation has contracts with more than 350 agencies to provide clinical and practice experience for students, operates its own nurse-managed academic nursing centers in community settings, and offers experiences in a variety of other nurse-managed health services facilities. Various clinical laboratory facilities are available to students in this essential component of the program.

Student Activities

All ASU students are members of the Associated Students of ASU (ASASU) and participate in campus activities of interest to them. The student government of the university, ASASU, has a strong presence and offers a variety of services and activities. It is the official representative of the student body in matters of governance and budgeting.

College Council of Nursing Students

The College Council of Nursing Students (CCNS) is a member of ASASU and serves as the governing body of all student activities in the college. The council acts as a liaison between the Graduate Nurse Organization (GNO), the Student Nurses’ Association (SNA), and the Nursing Students for Ethnic and Cultural Diversity. The CCNS provides for communication, cooperation, and understanding among undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty and represents the college in university and nonuniversity affairs.

Graduate Nurse Organization

GNO is the coordinating body for nursing students in the graduate program. GNO provides programs, information, and orientation services.

Student Nurses’ Association

SNA is a professional nursing organization. By being a member of SNA, the student belongs to the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA), which is the student counterpart of the American Nurses Association for RNs. NSNA provides means for financial assistance, career planning, a voice in Washington, an opportunity for involvement, and low-cost comprehensive liability insurance.

Nursing Students for Ethnic and Cultural Diversity

This organization was formed in 1989 to provide a network of information and support for students interested in issues of cultural awareness and diversity.

Sigma Theta Tau International

The Beta Upsilon chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) was chartered at the College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation in 1976. Membership in STTI is an honor conferred on undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic and professional achievement.

ROTC Program

Students pursuing a commission through the Air Force or Army ROTC programs must take from 12 to 20 hours in the Department of Military Science. To avoid excessive course overloads, these students should plan on an additional one to two semesters and/or summer school to complete all degree requirements of the college.

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