AND Associates in Applied Science in Nursing and Bachelor s of Science in Nursing Concurrent Enrollment Program
INTRODUCTION The Pima Community College (PCC)/Arizona State University (ASU) Concurrent Enrollment Associate Degree/Baccalaureate Degree Nursing program is designed for qualified associate degree nursing (ADN) students who are interested in earning their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree while pursuing their associate s degree in nursing. The Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) allows students to pursue an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in nursing while providing an affordable course of study that, followed in sequence, enables students to complete their BSN degree concurrently with their AAS degree. Students enrolled in the CEP will follow the traditional course of study for all PCC ADN students pursuing their AAS degree in nursing, but at the same time they will also be enrolled in required ASU nursing courses. Because ASU courses are taken online, all courses are offered in Tucson. Upon completion of the PCC AAS degree program (71 credits), graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and will continue in the BSN plan of study for approximately 16 weeks after graduation to achieve their BSN degree from ASU. BSN-prepared nurses are highly valued by potential employers and PCC/ASU CEP graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to begin their nursing career with a degree that will promote professional knowledge and advancement. CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM INFORMATION The AAS/BSN Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) is an educational partnership between Pima Community College (PCC) and Arizona State University (ASU). The student is enrolled in both Pima Community College and Arizona State University. Students must complete 120 credits, 75 of which can be completed at PCC, with the remaining 45 completed through ASU. Students in the PCC nursing program take coursework from the ASU BSN program at the same time as the PCC nursing courses. Once the CEP student is dually enrolled, the student must accomplish additional coursework from ASU (3 credits) prior to entering the first semester of the PCC nursing program. Thereafter, the CEP student will take one to two ASU on-line courses with each of the PCC semesters and additional coursework during summer semesters. If a student fails an ASU course, or is unable to continue in the concurrent pathway during the CEP, the student may still continue in the PCC nursing program, according to the PCC College Catalog and Nursing Department Student Policy Handbook criteria for progression. The student may then return to ASU after completion of the AAS degree to complete any remaining BSN components. A student can complete the AAS/BSN Concurrent Program in six semesters (including the semester prior to entering the PCC nursing program). The successful CEP student will graduate with both an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing six months after PCC graduation. The seven semester PCC/ASU Concurrent Enrollment AAS/BSN program is offered through the PCC West Campus nursing department. A limited number of participants are selected from the pool of students who hold an assigned seat in the PCC ADN program, and who have met all Concurrent Enrollment Program eligibility requirements and have applied to the CEP.
ELIGIBILITY To be considered for participation in the CEP, the following is required: Complete the PCC ADN program requirements (included in the CEP requirements). Complete all PCC and ASU prerequisites and co-requisite requirements. Meet the minimum GPA of 3.0 in all PCC and ASU courses that are noted with one asterisk (*) below. Complete a PCC ADN Nursing Orientation Session (online or in person). Complete the ASU CEP application process. Score 75% on the HESI A2 Exam in Reading, Math and Anatomy/Physiology. Submit copies of your HESI A2 scores and unofficial transcripts. Meet all Health and Safety requirements of the PCC ADN program and ASU College of Nursing and Health Innovation after acceptance into the CEP REQUIRED PRE AND CO-REQUISITES PCC Nursing Pre/Co-Requisites Additional ASU Prerequisites Accuplacer Reading Assessment 92 within the last 2 CHM 130IN or CHM 130/CHM 130LB years of application. (Not older than 6 years. Cannot test out of course.)* MAT 151 (not older than 4 years)* MAT 167* or PSY 230* BIO 201IN or BIO201IH (not older than 4 years)* BIO 202IN (not older than 4 years)* BIO 205IN* PSY 101 (not older than 4 years)* PSY 240* WRT 101* WRT 102* *Pre and Co-requisite courses used for GPA calculation for admissions. KEY INFORMATION To ensure that pre and co-requisites meet program requirements, students are encouraged to meet with PCC and ASU college advisors. Completion of a CEP Information Session (online) is required. All CEP courses will be taught online. No CEP courses will be held at the ASU Downtown campus. Final determinations of transfer credits will be made by PCC and ASU admissions personnel. Application and acceptance to Arizona State University College of Nursing and Innovation is completed after eligibility into the CEP is determined. If you have already begun taking courses in PCC s ADN program, you are eligible to apply and begin taking CEP courses in NRS 201 and NRS 202 of PCC s ADN program. HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Pima Community College Associate Degree Nursing program and Arizona State University College of Nursing and Health Innovation have Health and Safety Requirements that must be met prior to enrolling and participating in any clinical experiences. Students are required to have their healthcare provider sign a health declaration form stating that the student is in good health and can meet the physical and mental technical standards for the program. Healthcare agencies throughout the state require vaccinations or titers and other healthcare related requirements (examples of these requirements are background checks, CPR, drug/alcohol screens, etc.) These requirements are subject to change per healthcare agency contracts with the educational institution, and students must be compliant with agency requirements prior to and throughout the program. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Who can apply to the Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP)? All students who have completed the eligibility requirements for the CEP are encouraged to apply.
Where does the program take place? The CEP will be offered at Pima Community College West Campus and Arizona State University, online. Is there a waiting list for the CEP? There is no waiting list for the CEP. The application process uses a competitive application process based upon a defined point system. If you are not accepted into the program for the semester to which you applied, you must reapply for the semester for which you wish to be considered for enrollment. Do I have to attend a CEP Information Session? Yes, information about applying to the CEP can only be obtained at an Information Session. See the PCC website for schedule of meetings. ASU will provide a separate orientation session for ASU/PCC CEP students. Students are required to attend. Topics of discussion will include the specifics of the ASU CEP program, completion timelines, and financial aid. How do I apply for the CEP? Meet all PCC/ASU ADN/BSN program pre and co-requisites with a grade of B or higher Take HESI A2 Exam in West Campus Testing and Assessment Center Submit CEP application with HESI A2 scores and unofficial transcripts to the West Campus nursing department, Room D-200 by application deadline date. What are we looking for in a potential candidate that is applying for the CEP? Applications that meet eligibility will be reviewed and student selection will be based on GPA and HESI A2 scores. One point will be added for each previous degree held. One point will be deducted each time a student repeated BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 205, CHM 130, WRT I or WRT II in order to achieve a grade of B. If I am not selected for the CEP can I reapply? As long as you meet the current CEP requirements, you are eligible to reapply. Do I need to be admitted to ASU? To be eligible to apply for the CEP, you must have an assigned seat with a start date in the PCC ADN program (this is designated for CEP placement). Following your acceptance into the CEP, you will need to apply to ASU through the PCC nursing department. If I am receiving financial aid, how will it be disbursed between the two schools? Because federal regulations require that financial aid can only be disbursed through one college at a time, you will need to apply for financial aid through ASU and complete and sign a consortium agreement for financial aid disbursement. ASU will receive payment for their courses in the program and the student will be responsible to pay their PCC tuition, fees, and books from the remaining disbursement. You will need to be prepared to pay your PCC tuition out of pocket or by payment plan until the balance of your financial aid is awarded by ASU. How are classes scheduled? You will be registered for your PCC ADN classes through the nursing department. Course schedules will be sent to you via your MyPima e-mail. ASU courses are online. ASU courses will require online registration. Online courses will be scheduled around PCC nursing courses. PCC ADN program includes full time, traditional and hybrid courses. Schedules for PCC nursing courses (lectures, college laboratory and clinical laboratory) are established at the discretion of the Nursing Department. Individual student requests cannot be honored. Nursing schedules are dependent on clinical site and instructor availability and are subject to change. It is highly recommended that students not work while enrolled in the CEP. When do web-based classes start? The ASU Concurrent Enrollment Program web-based classes start the semester prior to the first semester of the PCC program and continue throughout the 7 semesters. Students will complete the ASU portion of the program approximately one semester after graduation from the PCC ADN program.
Where do I go for academic advisement for this program? PCC and ASU advisors are available for pre-application advisement at the individual campus that offers the CEP. Pima Community College Advising Arizona State University Advising Arizona State University Financial Aid Joseph Gaw jjgaw@pima.edu 520-206-6661 Students with last names A-K Laura Shaw Laura.Shaw@asu.edu 602-496-1928 (p) 602-496-2282 (f) Edward Redondo Edward.Redondo@ASU.edu 480-965-1160 Students with last names L-Z Patti Miranda Miranda@ASU.edu 602-496-2279
Pima Community College Arizona State University Concurrent Associate/Baccalaureate Degree Course # PCC/ASU Pre/Co Requisites Course Title Credits Accuplacer Reading 92 in the last two years from application. MAT151* Tropics in College Math/College Algebra 4 CHM 130IN 1 * or CHM 130/ CHEM 130 LB 2 * (cannot test out) Fundamentals of Chemistry 5 BIO 201IN* or BIO 201IH Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BIO 202IN* Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 BIO 205IN* Microbiology 4 PSY 101* (required by PCC, not ASU) Introduction to Psychology 4 MAT 167* or PSY 230* Statistics 3 WRT 101* Writing I 3 WRT 102* Writing II 3 Subtotal 34 PCC Core Nursing Courses NRS 104 Nursing Processes I 8 NRS 108 Drug Calculations 1 NRS 155 Pharmacology 3 NRS 105 Nursing Processes II 9 PSY 240 Developmental Psychology 3 NRS 201 Nursing Processes III 9 NRS 202 Nursing Processes IV 9 Subtotal 42 ASU BSN Nursing Courses TWC 361 (7.5 week session) Writing for Health Care Management 3 NUR 391 (15 weeks) Professional Nursing Theory 4 NUR 315 (15 weeks) Nursing Research and Application to Practice 3 NUR 460 (8 weeks) Art of Nursing 4 NUR 392 (8 weeks) Health Promotion Across the Life Span 4 NUR 440 (15 weeks) Community/Public Health in the U.S. 4 NUR 495 (15 weeks) Community Global Health 4 NUR 445 (8 week session) Leadership/Management for RNs 4 NUR 444 (8 week session) Nursing Innovation 4 NUR 464 (8 week session) Capstone 4 REL 321 and ASB 353 (suggested) Upper Division to meet Graduation Requirement 7 Subtotal 45 A minimum of 120 credits is required for this ASU degree. ASU will accept 75 community college transfer credits into this program. * Pre and co-requisite courses used for GPA calculation for admissions. 1 Students cannot test of CHM 130 for this program. 2 Students cannot test of CHM 130 for this program.
The plan of study for Spring entry into the PCC/ASU concurrent enrollment program is outlined below and must be followed without deviation. IN the event that modification of this course of study is absolutely necessary, approval by the CEP advisor is required. To maintain your status as a CEP student, you must be enrolled in ASU every semester as noted below without exception. Prerequisites Prior to Entry into CEP Credits MAT 151 College Algebra 4 CHM 130IN or CHM 130/CHM Fundamentals of Chemistry 5 130LB BIO 201IN or BIO 201IH Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIO 202IN Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 BIO 205IN Microbiology 4 PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 MAT 167 or PSY 230 Statistics 3 WRT 101 Writing I 3 WRT 102 Writing II 3 Prerequisite Total Credits 34 Introductory Fall - Prior to PCC ADN Entry Credits ASU TWC 361 Writing for Health Care Management (7.5 weeks) 3 Introductory Semester 3 Semester 1 Spring Start of ADN Nursing Program PCC NRS 104 Nursing Processes I 8 PCC NRS 108 Drug Calculations 1 PCC NRS 155 Pharmacology 3 ASU NUR 391 Professional Nursing Theory 4 Semester 1 16 Semester 2 Summer ASU NUR 392 Health Promotion Across the Life Span 4 ASU NUR 460 Art of Nursing 4 ASU REL 321 Religion in America (suggested) 3 Semester 2 11 Total Credits Total Credits Semester 3 Fall PCC NRS 105 Nursing Processes II 9 ASU NUR 315 Nursing Research and Application to Practice 3 PSY 240 Developmental Psychology 3 Semester 3 15 Semester 4 Spring PCC NRS 201 Nursing Processes III 9 ASU NUR 440 Community/Public Health in U.S. 4 Semester 4 13 Semester 5 Summer ASU NUR 495 Community Global Health 4 ASU ASB 353 Death and Dying in Cross-Cultural Perspective (suggested) 4 Semester 5 8 Semester 6 Fall - ADN Program Completion Take NCLEX-RN PCC NRS 202 Nursing Processes IV 9 ASU NUR 444 Nursing Innovation 4 Semester 6 13 Semester 7 Spring (Session A and B) BSN Program Completion ASU NUR 445 Leadership/Management for RNs (Session A) 4 ASU NUR 464 Capstone (Session B) 4 Semester 7 8 Total Program Credits 121
The plan of study for Fall entry into the PCC/ASU concurrent enrollment program is outlined below and must be followed without deviation. IN the event that modification of this course of study is absolutely necessary, approval by the CEP advisor is required. To maintain your status as a CEP student, you must be enrolled in ASU every semester as noted below without exception. Prerequisites Prior to Entry into CEP Credits MAT 151 College Algebra 4 CHM 130IN or CHM 130/CHM Fundamentals of Chemistry 5 130LB BIO 201IN or BIO 201IH Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIO 202IN Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 BIO 205IN Microbiology 4 PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 MAT 167 or PSY 230 Statistics 3 WRT 101 Writing I 3 WRT 102 Writing II 3 Prerequisite Total Credits 34 Introductory Summer-Prior to PCC ADN Entry Credits ASU TWC 361 Writing for Health Care Management (7.5 weeks) 3 Introductory Semester 3 Semester 1 Fall Start of ADN Nursing Program PCC NRS 104 Nursing Processes I 8 PCC NRS 102 Drug Calculations 1 PCC NRS 155 Pharmacology 3 ASU NUR 391 Professional Nursing Theory 4 Semester 1 16 Semester 2 Spring PCC NRS 105 Nursing Processes II 9 ASU NUR 315 Nursing Research and Application to Practice 3 PSY 240 Developmental Psychology 3 Semester 2 15 Semester 3 Summer ASU NUR 392 Health Promotion Across the Life Span 4 ASU NUR 460 Art of Nursing 4 ASU REL 321 Religion in America (suggested) 3 Semester 3 11 Semester 4 Fall PCC NRS 201 Nursing Processes III 9 ASU NUR 440 Community/Public Health in U.S. 4 Semester 4 13 Semester 5 Spring ADN Program Completion Take NCLEX-RN PCC NRS 202 Nursing Processes IV 9 ASU NUR 495 Community Global Health 4 Total Credits Total Credits Semester 5 13 Semester 6 Summer ASU NUR 444 Nursing Innovation 4 ASU ASB 353 Death and Dying in Cross-Cultural Perspective (suggested) 4 Semester 6 8 Semester 7 Fall (Session A and B) BSN Program Completion ASU NUR 445 Leadership/Management for RNs (Session A) 4 ASU NUR 464 Capstone (Session B) 4 Semester 7 8 Total Program Credits 121
Required Immunizations: Clinical Eligibility Requirements All students entering the PCC/ASU CEP must meet eligibility requirements to attend the clinical laboratory. This is essential for the safety of the clients at the clinical facilities used by the Nursing Department. The student must provide proof of meeting these requirements. 1. MMR (measles/ mumps/rubella): Two doses (4 weeks between doses) or students may provide a copy of laboratory results demonstrating immunity. 2. Varicella (chicken pox): Two doses (4 weeks between doses) or students may provide a copy of laboratory results demonstrating immunity. 3. Hepatitis B series: Three doses or students may provide a copy of laboratory results demonstrating immunity. 4. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) within the last 10 years, effective through the last day of the semester the student is enrolling in. 5. Flu vaccine: must be administered annually, effective through the last day of the semester the student is enrolling in. 6. Negative PPD (TB skin test) current through the last day of the current semester. Students who cannot get a PPD must provide the following: a) Documentation which includes the date of the positive PPD and b) Documentation of a negative chest x-ray that was done after the date of the positive PPD and c) Completed Tuberculosis Symptoms Screen Questionnaire. (This is good for one year and cannot expire before the last day of the current semester.) Additional Eligibility Requirements: 1. Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Fingerprint Clearance Card (Level I Clearance) and a copy. 2. CPR card (Health Care Provider level infant/child/adult) effective through the last day of the currently enrolled semester and a copy of both sides of the card. Must be done through the American Heart Association. 3. Verification of health insurance with insurance card and a copy of the card, effective through currently enrolled semester. 4. PCC student ID card (with picture) and a copy of the ID card. 5. Paid fees receipt. 6. Student Health Declaration form signed by a licensed healthcare provider and dated within three months prior to the first day of the semester. 7. Signed copy of Signature Form for Nursing Division Student Policy Handbook. 8. J2 Laboratory Drug Screening prior to entering the program and annually at the request of the nursing department. 9. Certified Background printout.
Pima Community College Arizona State University Concurrent Associate / Baccalaureate Degree Enrollment Estimated Program Costs Required pre and co-requisite course PCC tuition (50-51 credits) $3,550-$3,621* PCC ADN Program Costs: Costs are approximate. Additional fees may apply. DPS Background Check $65.00 CPR Certification $40.00 Course Fees $400.00 Uniforms/Shoes/Clinical Supplies Varies Required Textbooks/Lab Supplies $1,400.00 Physical Exam/Immunizations/Document Tracker Varies Toxicology Screening $40.00 Licensing $550.00 Graduation Application Fees $15.00 Tuition and Fees (76 credits) ($70.50 per credit) $5,358* PCC ADN Total $7,868.00 Arizona State University BSN Program Costs: Costs are approximate. Additional fees may apply. ASU Application Fee $65.00 ** Books $500.00 Tuition (45 credits) ($425.00 per credit) $19,125.00 ASU BSN Total $19,690.00 * Based upon Pima Community College tuition rates for 2013-2014. ** Application fee is waived in the student is actively working in a hospital environment that has a partnership with ASU at time of application. *** Based upon ASU tuition rates for 2014-2015. Total PCC / ASU concurrent enrollment program (121 credits) $27,558.00 *** *** Does not include cost for books for pre/co-requisite courses. Tuition is based upon state residency and does not include optional courses.
Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6: Step 7: Step 8: Step 9: Step 10: Step 11: Step 12: How to Apply Student decides they want to pursue the concurrent enrollment program (CEP) through PCC and ASU partnership. Student is referred to advisement about the course requirements for PCC ADN program and ASU. Student applies to and receives an assigned seat in the PCC ADN program. Student attends PCC West Campus CEP information session. Student submits CEP (ASU) application, HESI A2 scores and unofficial transcripts. CEP Acceptance Committee reviews applications and determines acceptance, alternate, or denial. Applicants selected for placement are notified of status and given the ability to accept or refuse placement. Selected students will apply to the ASU College of Nursing and Health Innovations through ASU and will enroll in TWC 361 in the Summer. Student completes TWC 361 and begins the PCC/ASU CEP course of study in the Fall semester. Student graduates with an Associates of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing from Pima Community College. Student tests for NCLEX-RN and becomes licensed. Student graduates with a Bachelor s of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Arizona State University approximately 16 weeks after PCC graduation.