Information Packet: Vocational Nursing Program. Revised October 17,

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1 Information Packet: Vocational Nursing Program Revised October 17,

2 Dear Prospective Vocational Nursing Student: Thank you for demonstrating an interest in our Vocational Nursing (VN) Program. The following information is designed to assist with the admission process, explain expectations, and answer questions regarding the program. To begin, the Central Texas College admission requirements are presented in the current CTC catalog. All students must be Texas Success Initiative (TSI) complete or exempt prior to admission to the VN Program. Please meet with an Academic Advisor at Bldg 119 for assistance. If possible, bring copies of all prior college transcripts and test scores to this appointment. In addition, prior to registration into the first semester of the program, students will be given instructions on how to submit the following: Mandatory physical exam with limitation status noted- completed no more than 90 days prior to program start date; Negative criminal history background check- to be completed as soon as you are in receipt of the Fast Pass. Negative drug screen (11 panel)- completed no more than 45 days prior to program start date; Mandatory CPR(AHA-BLS or MTN Only) and immunization requirements: (Hepatitis B takes 6 months- start early; TB Screening completed within thirty (30) days preceding first day of first clinical rotation period at any Facility and repeated annually thereafter) Receipt showing lab kit purchase Students selected for the VN Program are ranked and selected based upon the performance of the applicant pool for each class to include: Overall GPA on all prerequisite courses listed on the CTC VN certificate/degree plan -- (minimum 2.0) BIOL 2401 Anatomy/Physiology I performance (1 st attempt A= 3 pts.; B=2 pts.; C=1pt.; zero points for subsequent attempts). HPRS 2300 Pharmacology performance (1 st attempt A= 3 pts.; B=2 pts.; C=1pt.; zero points for subsequent attempts). HESI (A2) test performance (3 points for success on 1 st attempt; 2 points for success on 2 nd attempt; zero points for subsequent attempts). **Please keep the Department of Nursing and Allied Health informed of name, address, and phone number changes in writing so that you may be contacted as needed. Failure to notify us could result in a delay or hindrance in your entry to the program and possible withdrawal.** The following are the eligibility deadline dates for admission: April 1 st for Fall class admission consideration September 1 st for Spring class admission consideration No Summer admission Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have additional questions regarding the program. The Department of Nursing/Allied Health is open Monday - Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Telephone numbers are: ADN(RN): (254) ; VN: (254) ; EMT: (254) ; Administrative Assistant: (254) / or 1(800) , extension 1890, 1266, 1265, or 1150 The fax number is: (254) The addresses are: Tasha.Butcher@ctcd.edu Carolynn.Zoll@ctcd.edu Carmen.Victoroff@ctcd.edu Our Mailing Address is: Our Physical Address is: Central Texas College Central Texas College Department of Nursing and Allied Health Department of Nursing and Allied Health PO Box W. Central Texas Expressway Killeen, TX Killeen, TX

3 CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE Vocational Nursing (VN) Program The Vocational Nursing Program is a traditional one-year credit program involving 3 consecutive semesters or 12 months of study. Upon successful completion, graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are eligible to become candidates for the NCLEX-PN for licensure. The candidate who successfully passes the NCLEX-PN may practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. The Vocational Nursing Program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON). Classroom instruction is conducted on the campus of Central Texas College. Clinical instruction takes place in various hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and long term care facilities in Killeen, Harker Heights, Temple, Gatesville, and Copperas Cove. Clinical hours/sites may vary as to day or evening shift. Program Hours and Locations The program is divided into a classroom portion and a clinical portion. The classroom hours are generally from 8:00am to 4:50pm Monday-Thursday and 8:00am-12:00pm on Fridays. Classrooms are located in the Nursing/Science, Bldg 155, on Central Campus. The clinical hours are usually 6:30am to 2:30pm or 1:00pm to 9:00pm. Space in clinical courses is limited. All students may be expected to work the evening shift at some time during the program. Students will register for the clinical that corresponds to the current semester; the specific facility and the hours will be determined before the end of the first 8 weeks of the semester. Clinical locations are in the Killeen, Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, Gatesville and Temple area. You will need to have your own transportation, as CTC does not provide transportation for clinical rotations. Clinical sites and rotation times are subject to change. Class will be on Monday and Tuesday and clinical will be Wednesday and Thursday for the first semester beginning in the 2 nd 8 weeks with Friday class/lab. The second and third semester class days will remain the same with clinical Wednesday through Friday. The final clinical placement of students in any clinical is at the discretion of the faculty. Admission Policy Applicants for the VN program must be admitted to Central Texas College first by going to After being admitted to the College, the following is required of all applicants for admission to the Vocational Nursing Program: 1. Disclosure of the Social Security number is required for admission into the Department of Nursing Programs: Associate Degree Nursing and Vocational Nursing. Affiliated clinical agencies require the student Social Security number in order to approve placement of students in their facility. The Department of Nursing policy requires the student to be eligible to attend all affiliated clinical sites and does not provide special placement. Central Texas College will not locate or provide alternative sites for clinical rotations for students ineligible to attend clinical rotations at the specified sites. Clinical rotations are completed at sites specified by and contracted with Central Texas College. *STUDENTS WHO ARE NON-US CITIZENS: Provision of clinical placement is dependent upon the affiliated clinical facility acceptance of a non-us Citizen. Clinical placement is provisional. Therefore, without completion of the clinical rotation there is no guaranteed completion of the course or the program. Withdrawal from the course and the nursing program will be necessary if the non-us citizen is not accepted by the affiliated clinical facility. 2. Copies of official transcripts from previous colleges attended sent to CTC Incoming Transcripts Office. 3. Complete and submit the CTC VN Program Application online via E-Forms by the eligibility deadline date. 4. Student must be Texas State Initiative (TSI) complete and be cleared by an Academic Advisor by the eligibility deadline date. 5. Complete all required prerequisites (BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I and HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professionals) and achieve a grade of C or higher by the eligibility deadline date. Please note: HPRS 2300 requires a grade of 75% or higher to pass. 7. Lab science courses over five (5) years old must be repeated. 3

4 8. A student who has repeated a required lab science course more than once within the past five years and earned grades of less than a C will be ineligible for admission into the Vocational Nursing Program. 9. A student who has repeated HPRS 2300 more than once within the past two years and earned grades of less than a C (75%) will be ineligible for admission in to the Vocational Nursing Program. HPRS 2300 courses greater than two years old will not be accepted. If RNSG 1301 was taken, it must have been completed within the past two years and will be accepted in lieu of HPRS Complete the HESI A2 Admission Assessment Exam by the eligibility deadline date. The HESI A2 is a computerized test which may be taken at the CTC Testing Center or other approved testing site. If the HESI A2 is successfully completed at another testing center, the results must be sent electronically from the testing site or Elsevier to the CTC DONAH. A HESI (A2) Prep book is available in the CTC Bookstore. The HESI (A2) is the only exam accepted. The exam must be completed with passing scores (70) in each section of Math, Reading Comprehension, and Vocabulary and General Knowledge. Anatomy and Physiology will also be required but no minimum score is required. All portions must be passed in one sitting. HESI A2 exams greater than 2 years old will not be accepted. We recommend that prospective students take the HESI A2 when they are close to the semester they intend to enroll in. Exam results are available immediately upon completion. If unsuccessful after 2 attempts, a 5-month remediation period is recommended before the HESI is retaken. 11. Attend a mandatory Preadmission Information Session by the eligibility deadline date with the Vocational Nursing Coordinator or designee upon acceptance into CTC, submission of the Vocational Nursing Program Application, TSI completion or exemption, successful completion of the HESI (A2) exam, and required prerequisites. 12. After acceptance into the VN Program, the student must attend Program Orientation and Success Camp and the following immunizations must be on record in the nursing office PRIOR to registering for class: Polio Students enrolled in health-related courses are encouraged to ascertain that they are immune to poliomyelitis. Measles Students born on or after January 1, 1957 must have two doses of measles-containing vaccine administered since January 1, Those born prior to January 1, 1957 must show one dose or, serologic confirmation of immunity is acceptable (titer completed and interpreted as immune to measles). Mumps Students born on or after January 1, 1957 must have two doses of mumps or serologic confirmation of immunity is acceptable (titer completed and interpreted as immune to mumps). Rubella One dose required or serologic confirmation of immunity is acceptable (titer completed and interpreted as immune to rubella). Hepatitis B Students must complete the Hepatitis B series which consists of three injections. The series consists of 3 injections over a 6-month period of time please plan accordingly! Serologic confirmation of immunity is acceptable (titer completed and interpreted as immune to Hepatitis B). Varicella Must receive two doses of varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccine or serologic confirmation of immunity is acceptable (titer completed and interpreted as immune to varicella). Influenza Must show current flu season vaccination no later than October 1 st. Tetanus/Diphtheria Tdap must be noted as administered once in lifetime- If no record then student will need to get a Tdap. If a Tdap was administered than Td is required every ten years. Tuberculosis Documentation of negative screening results for tuberculosis (TB) is required. Students must complete one of the following TB tests within thirty (30) days preceding first day of first rotation period at any Facility and repeated annually thereafter: 2-Step Tuberculin Skin Test; QuantiFERON -TB Gold in-tube test (QFT-GIT or Q-Gold) or T-SPOT TB test (T-Spot). Thereafter a 2-Step Tuberculin Skin Test; QuantiFERON -TB Gold In-Tube test (QFT-GIT or Q-Gold) or T-SPOT TB test (T-Spot) is required annually. Those who have had a previous 4

5 positive TB skin test result will be required to submit a negative chest x-ray completed within thirty (30) days preceding first day of first clinical rotation period at any Facility. There after an annual negative chest x-ray will be required through program completion. Bacterial Meningitis The Texas legislature passed a law requiring ALL entering students younger than 22 years of age to have an initial bacterial meningitis or booster during the five-year period preceding and a least 10 days prior to the first day of the first semester or submit and affidavit for an exemption. Vaccinations older than 5 years will require a booster. For information on exemptions refer to the CTC catalog. 13. Physical Examination -- must use CTC Department of Nursing form -- completed no more than 90 days prior to the program start date and signed by an MD, DO, PA or NP. Please make certain that the activity level (limited or unlimited) is noted on the physical exam form and it is signed and stamped by the health care provider. 14. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association Health Care Provider (BLS) or Military Training Network (MTN) are the only CPR courses that will be accepted. Online certifications are not accepted. 15. Receipt showing purchase of lab kit 16. Negative 11 panel Drug Screen must be completed no more than 45 days prior to program start date. This report must be mailed, ed, or faxed from the testing agency directly to the DONAH. Negative FBI Background check or Declaratory Order from the Texas Board of Nursing completed no more than 90 days prior to the program start date or as soon as you have received your Fast Pass. All criminal history background checks must be conducted and verification of negative results received prior to enrollment in the VN Program. Negative results for the criminal history background check and drug screen tests will be honored for the duration of the enrollment period in the program. Declaratory Orders that are unresolved 30-days prior to the first day of classes will result in the student being removed from the enrollment list. 17. Time Frames: Please note the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON) declaratory order process and eligibility determination takes a minimum of 3-6 months. Disclosure of a positive criminal background will prohibit DONAH registration. The student will be advised to petition the Board of Nursing for an eligibility determination PRIOR to enrollment in a nursing program. The prospective student for the CTC Department of Nursing will not be considered for admission until the Declaratory Order outcome is processed by TBON and received by the Department of Nursing Chair. Declaratory Orders that are unresolved 30-days prior to the first day of classes will result in the student being removed from the enrollment list. Refer to the FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING PETITION FOR DECLARATORY ORDER on the TBON website for additional information. 18. Sign a release of information for the Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen results to be released to the facilities to which the applicant may be assigned for clinical experiences during enrollment in the program. Some facilities may require a birth certificate, U.S. Passport, naturalization certificate, permanent alien card, social security number or other documents to be submitted. 19. Sign a statement agreeing to: (1) Inform the Department Chair if criminal activity or substance abuse occurs after the initial Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen, or is aware of such activity that was not disclosed on the original background check. Failure to disclose discoverable information, which will be revealed on clinical facility and/or the FBI background check as required by the TBON, may prohibit progression in or removal from the program and/or ineligibility for licensure. 5

6 (2) A for cause drug screen when student s performance, conduct, or other action indicates possible substance use. 20. Allocation of Cost: Each student must bear the cost of medical insurance requirements. Neither the college nor the clinical facilities provide medical coverage or workmen's compensation for emergency illness or injury. Medical coverage is the responsibility of the student. Americans with Disabilities Act The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides certain protections for persons with disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disabilities Support Services Office in Building 111, Room 207, or by phone at (254) Central Texas College does not discriminate in admissions or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran s status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or transgender status. Comprehensive Assessment Testing Students will be required to complete Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) nationally standardized and referenced examinations throughout the curriculum and earn satisfactory scores based on national and school benchmarks on such examinations. In the final semester of the Program students are required to take an exit nationally standardized comprehensive examination. This examination is predictive of success on the NCLEX-PN. Progression Requirements During progression through the Program, proof of physical examination, diagnostic tests, and medical releases are required to return to class/clinical following serious illness, injury, surgery, pregnancy, etc. The Vocational Nursing program must be completed within 2 years of first enrollment in VNSG 1323 or its equivalent. Students must complete prerequisites and co-requisite of all courses in order to advance. In order to progress in the Vocational Nursing Program, a student must make an average of 70 percent or higher in each course. Pharmacologic conversion exams given in clinical courses must be passed at 90 percent within three testing opportunities. Failure to achieve 90 percent on the conversion test will result in a clinical course failure. It is mandatory for VN students at all three levels of the program to participate in a comprehensive assessment and review program. Detailed diagnostic reports at the end of the semester (online exams) provide the student immediate results and opportunity for remediation. Proof of satisfactory remediation on each test must be submitted to the course instructor by the first class day of the next semester so the student may progress in the VN program. Failure to submit proof of remediation will result in an Academic Hold. The Vocational Nursing Program culminates in certification leading towards licensure and is responsible to maintain rules and regulations relating to Vocational Nursing Education, licensure, and practice in the State of Texas issued by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON). VN students are responsible to maintain professional conduct throughout all aspects of this program. The TBON regulations define and outline Unprofessional Conduct and can be found in the CTC VN Program Student Handbook. Failure to maintain the professional code of conduct may subject the student to disciplinary action and/or removal from the program. Readmission Policy 1. If a student does not successfully complete a nursing course or withdraws from a nursing course with a failing average, the student may apply for readmission to the nursing program one time. 2. Failure of any two VNSG nursing courses will result in ineligibility for readmission. The student may reapply after 3 years unless failure was due to a safety issue or unprofessional conduct. 3. Readmission is based on space availability. 4. Consideration for course readmission of former students is based on the following: A. Faculty/team recommendation 6

7 B. Academic grade average and clinical evaluation C. Reason(s) for failure, if applicable, or withdrawal D. Resolution of outside extenuating circumstance if applicable E. Completion of remedial work and /or Admissions and Standards Committee requirements. F. An interview with the former student may be recommended by the A&S Committee. A letter to the VN Admissions and Standards Committee written by applicant that includes: a. Student Name b. Nursing course name(s) and number(s) to which seeking readmission c. Reason(s) for lack of success/progress in the course(s) d. Plan for success if readmitted [Be specific please] e. Semester and year seeking readmission f. Student signature and date 5. The A&S Committee determines eligibility for readmission and notifies the student in writing. 6. After an applicant has been accepted for readmission, the student will follow standard DONAH admission policies found in the current DONAH Student Handbook and this information packet. Transfer Students Definition: A transfer student is a person who has attended another nursing program and has transferred course credit(s) for advanced placement in the Central Texas College VN Program. 1. Must apply for and meet general admission requirements of Central Texas College. 2. Must submit the CTC Vocational Nursing Program application and meet current program admission requirements. 3. Evidence of maintaining a C (2.0 GPA) at the previous vocational nursing program attended. 4. Grades for all courses that are transferred in must be a B or better. 5. Vocational Nursing courses used for transfer for advanced placement must have been completed in the past year. 6. Regardless of which courses were granted credit, all students transferring into the VN program will be required to take VNSG 1222 Vocational Nursing Concepts. 7. Submit a packet containing: Letter of request for transfer must be submitted 90 days prior to the student s requested start date. Applicants will be evaluated on an individual basis. Unofficial/official transcripts showing nursing coursework and grades Two official letters from the previous nursing program validating safe nursing practice. One from the Director/Dean and the other from the last clinical professor is required. A complete course description, learning guide, and syllabi of the nursing courses for which you are requesting transfer. 8. Applicants will be evaluated on an individual basis by the VN Admissions and Standards Committee. 9. Submit proof of completion of CPR course American Heart Association-Health Care Provider, or Military Training Institute: CPR and AED. Submit a copy of the front and back of the card. 10. Submit completed physical examination form and mandatory immunizations 11. Show proof of negative FBI Background Check or Declaratory Order from TBON 12. Negative 11 panel drug screen 13. Submit proof of purchase of lab kit(receipt) Admission Policy for English as a Second Language (ESL) All International or Community Foreign students must meet with a CTC Academic Advisor for English as a Second Language (ESL) assistance. 7

8 Estimated Cost of the Vocational Nursing Program*: The cost of the tuition of the program is based on the number of credits taken. At the end of the program you will receive a Certificate of Completion. The program will consist of 4 semesters with a total of 44 credit hours. Tuition and fees are according to your residential/military status. Refer to the current CTC Catalog for list of tuition prices. Tuition (44 Semester Hours) Refer to the current CTC Catalog Textbooks & Supplies $1, ATI testing for 3 Semesters $ Uniforms $ Physical Exam/TB Screening/ Required Immunizations Dependent upon facility and provider CPR $ Panel Drug Screen $ Lab Kit(Grace Training Supply) $ subject to change FBI Criminal Background Check $ (Morpho Trust) Declaratory Order Enforcement $ (if applicable) Transportation Expenses Dependent upon clinical rotations/assignments: The Nursing Department utilizes several clinical agencies. Students are responsible for transportation between home, college and the healthcare facilities located in Killeen, Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, Temple, and Gatesville. All students are expected to travel to and from these areas at their own expense. Estimated Cost for Licensure*: NCLEX-PN Application fee $ fee due120 days prior to graduation. Pearson Vue fee $ fee due 90 days prior to graduation. Jurisprudence Exam fee is included in application fee TOTAL PROGRAM COST: $8,000 *The following fees are approximations and are subject to change 8

9 FALL ADMISSION COURSE LAYOUT First Semester Prerequisites BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions Clinical Hours (Actual) Contact Hours Credit 4 3 Second Semester (Fall) First 8 week courses: VNSG 1323 Basic Nursing Skills VNSG 1222 Vocational Nursing Concepts 32 2 VNSG 1126 Gerontology 32 1 Second 8 week courses: VNSG 2331 Advanced Nursing Skills VNSG 1227 Essentials of Medication Administration 48 2 VNSG 1160 Clinical-Practical Nurse I 96 1 Semester Total Third Semester (Spring) VNSG 1429 Medical-Surgical Nursing I 80 4 VNSG 1301 Mental Health & Mental Illness 48 3 VNSG 1219 Leadership and Professional Development 32 2 VNSG 1560 Clinical-Practical Nurse II Semester Total Fourth Semester (Summer) VNSG 1432 Medical-Surgical Nursing II 80 4 VNSG 1230 Maternal/Neonatal Nursing 32 2 VNSG 1234 Pediatrics 48 2 VNSG 2360 Clinical-Practical Nurse III Semester Total Grand Total Total Program Contact Hours Total Program Clinical Hours(256 lab hours included) Complete at least 25 percent of the degree or certificate semester credit hours at CTC (to fulfill residency requirements). BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I must have been completed within the past five (5) years. HPRS 2300 must have been completed within the past two (2) years. If RNSG 1301 was taken, it must have been completed within the past two years and will be accepted in lieu of HPRS Killeen Independent School District Practicum in Health Science I and II courses will be granted evaluative credit for VNSG 1323, 1222, 1126, 1227(8 credits). 9

10 SPRING ADMISSION COURSE LAYOUT First Semester Prerequisites BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions Clinical Hours (Actual) Contact Hours Credit 4 3 Second Semester (Spring) First 8 week courses: VNSG 1323 Basic Nursing Skills VNSG 1222 Vocational Nursing Concepts 32 2 VNSG 1126 Gerontology 32 1 Second 8 week courses: VNSG 2331 Advanced Nursing Skills VNSG 1227 Essentials of Medication Administration 48 2 VNSG 1160 Clinical-Practical Nurse I 96 1 Semester Total Third Semester (Summer) VNSG 1432 Medical-Surgical Nursing I 80 4 VNSG 1234 Pediatrics 48 2 VNSG 1230 Maternal/Neonatal Nursing 32 2 VNSG 1360 Clinical-Practical Nurse II Semester Total Fourth Semester (Fall) VNSG 1429 Medical-Surgical Nursing II 80 4 VNSG 1219 Leadership & Professional Development 32 2 VNSG 1301 Mental Health &Mental Illness 48 3 VNSG 2560 Clinical-Practical Nurse III Semester Total Grand Total Total Program Contact Hours Total Program Clinical Hours(256 lab hours included) Complete at least 25 percent of the degree or certificate semester credit hours at CTC (to fulfill residency requirements). BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I must have been completed within the past five (5) years. HPRS 2300 must have been completed within the past two (2) years. If RNSG 1301 was taken, it must have been completed within the past two years and will be accepted in lieu of HPRS Killeen Independent School District Practicum in Health Science I and II courses will be granted evaluative credit for VNSG 1323, 1222, 1126, 1227(8 credits). Revised: 11/2012; 06/2013;10/13; 11/13;7/14;7/2015KT;2/2016;3/2016SJ;7/2016,10/16,12/16,1/17,3/17sj,5/17,8/17,9/17sj 10

11 HESI A2 Exam The HESI Admission Assessment (A2) exam is a computerized test that can include up to five academic exam sections. The HESI A2 must be taken prior to admission into the program. No HESI A2 exams greater than two years old will be accepted. Math 50 minutes-70% Reading Comprehension 60 minutes-70% Anatomy & Physiology 25 minutes- no minimum score Vocabulary/General Knowledge 50 minutes-70% Personality Profile / Learning Styles 15 minutes each section For EMT/Paramedic Students Only Grammar 50 minutes CTC does not require the Biology, Physics, or Critical Thinking sections. Exam Location: CTC-Testing Services. Building 111, Rm. 235 Physical Address: 6200 W. Central Texas Expy, Killeen TX Call Testing Services at for questions. Exam Days/Times: The exam is only given on Mondays and is on a walk-in basis. Students must sign in between 7:30am-8:30am. Test begins promptly at 8:30am. Any student not signed and seated by 8:30am will be asked to return Exam Fee and Payment Information: Cost of test is $40 Payment can be made the day of the exam via CASH ONLY OR in advance via credit card/cash/check at the Business Office(Bldg.119) You will need to bring 2 copies of your receipt for proof of payment the day of the exam. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN Things to Bring on Exam Day: Photo ID (such as Driver's License or Student ID) Evolve Username and Password-create account at Things NOT to Bring: Calculator not permitted. Textbooks, Study Guides, any form of reference material Scratch paper or pencils Testing Services will provide No Personal items for test security. Please limit what you bring to the testing center. The Testing Center is not responsible for any personal items. October 17, 2017 SR 11

12 Score Reports Students will be able to view their scores at the time the test is completed. The Department of Nursing and Allied Health will have access to score reports for exams taken at CTC. Should you need a copy of your scores, you can access your report online using your login credentials on the HESI website. Exam Retake You may take the exam as many times as you like. If you fail twice it is recommended you remediate for 5 months before retaking the exam, but not required. Study Guides HESI Study Guide - "Admission Assessment Exam Review", 4 th Ed. ISBN: Please check with the CTC Bookstore for current pricing. HESI Free Practice Exam There is a pretest available in the Learning Resource Center, Building 118, and Room 7. This Pretest has no affiliation with Evolve as a company; it was created by the Learning Resource Center as a way to study for the exam. It is given during business hours, Monday Thursday 7:30am 9:00pm. You are welcome to take the pretest anytime it is offered, but if you have any questions you can contact them at FAQ S How can I prepare? Remember to bring your username and password on your test date to be able to be log in to the HESI exam. You MUST set up your Evolve account prior to arriving on test day. To do this visit, Review related class notes and/or nursing entrance exam review books. HESI publishes a review book specifically for this exam. If you have taken the exam previously, you can review content related to missed items through the website: Is the exam timed? You are given a maximum time of four (three for nursing students) hours to complete all required sections. Each section of the test is individually timed. If individual sections are completed prior to the allotted time of that section, the remaining time does not accrue towards the remainder of the test. If the maximum time is used for each section it may take up to the maximum time given to finish the entire HESI A2. Can I use a calculator for the math exam? There is a calculator given during the exam that may be used. It will be on the right hand side of the screen and will say Show Calculator. No scientific or programmable calculators are allowed. The HESI A2 must be taken prior to admission into the program. No HESI A2 exams greater than two years old will be accepted. October 17, 2017 SR 12

13 CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH VN PROGRAM ADMISSION CHECKLIST Please complete the checklist as numbered.. 1. Acceptance to Central Texas College. Go to to apply. 2. Submit official College and/or High School transcripts to CTC Incoming Transcripts Office (Bldg 119). 3. Meet with a CTC Academic Advisor in Bldg We recommend Laurie Sackett ( ) - bring official or unofficial College and/or High School transcripts with you. 4. Complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements and be cleared by an Academic Advisor. 5. Complete and submit the CTC VN Program Application online via E-Forms. 6. Complete all required prerequisites (BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I and HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professionals) and achieve a grade of C or higher by the eligibility deadline date. Please note: HPRS 2300 requires a grade of 75% or higher to pass. 7. Successfully complete the HESI A2 examination. It must be taken no more than two years prior to the eligibility deadline date. We suggest taking the HESI during your last prerequisite course. 8. Start Hepatitis B series immunizations if you do not already have them (requires 6 months for completion). 9. Once all documents (application, TSI completion/exemption, prerequisites, and HESI A2 scores) are received and/or verified; you will be scheduled for a mandatory Preadmission Information Session with the Nursing Program Coordinator or designee. This meeting is normally held by mid-march for the April 1 st eligibility deadline and mid-august for the September 1 st eligibility deadline. 10. As you complete each task on the checklist, please notify us via phone or so we can stay up to date on your progress. Failure to do so could result in a delay or hindrance in your entry to the program. **All of the requirements listed above MUST be completed by the eligibility deadline for the semester in which you intend to enroll or your application will be considered for the next available semester. Eligibility Deadlines: April 1 st Fall(Begins August), September 1 st Spring(Begins January) October 17, 2017 SR 13

14 CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE Department of Nursing and Allied Health VN Program Checklist for Student Requesting Transfer Credit Name Date The following items must be completed or added to your file 90 days prior to the start date of the semester for which you are requesting entry in order to receive consideration for transfer credit: Acceptance to Central Texas College. Go to to apply. Complete and submit the CTC VN Program Application online via E-Forms. Letter of Transfer Request from student-(must specifically state what semester you would like enrollment and which nursing courses you are requesting transfer credit for) Submit official or unofficial transcripts showing completed nursing courses along with grades. Nursing coursework cannot be over a year old and must have a grade of B or higher. Provide CTC DONAH with two official letters from the dean/director of previous nursing school and last clinical professor validating safe nursing practice. Provide a syllabus or learning guide for each course requested for transfer credit to the nursing department. These documents must detail: course content, credit hours, lab hours, clinical hours, and skills. Paperwork must be on file 90 days prior to the start date of the semester you are requesting entry. Your record will be on hold until all of the requirements listed above have been completed. Once all requirements have been met, your record will be reviewed and the Admissions and Standards committee will make the final decision as to your course placement and start date. *A letter granting transfer credit does not serve as acceptance into the CTC VN program. All other program admission requirements must be met as well in order to be considered for full admission. As a transfer student you must understand that one course failure will prevent you from re-enrolling in another CTC nursing course. Please refer to the DONAH and CTC Student Handbooks at the website for more information on transfer requirements. October 17, 2017 SR 14