South Florida College of Nursing

South Florida College of Nursing Created by Nurses for Nurses 7925 NW 12th Street Doral, FL 33126 Suite 312 2017-2018 Associate of Science Degree in Nursing

South Florida College of Nursing Welcome South Florida College of Nursing (SFCN) offers an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing. We are committed to your success and have created a curriculum to prepare students to learn the fundamental concepts in becoming a safe and competent registered nurse. At SFCN, students will experience a student-centered learning environment that will provide educational clinical experiences, and a supportive atmosphere which will foster academic growth. On behalf of the faculty, we wish you success in your academic endeavors; we are excited to assist you in meeting your educational goals. Sincerely, Dr. Henry Olivera MD. ARNP.CRNA Dean South Florida College of Nursing, Associate of Science Degree in Nursing is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. The Florida Board of Nursing 4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin # CO2, Tallahassee, FL 32399-3252 1-850-245-4125 and the website is www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/nursing 2017

Hours of Operation Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. 6:00 PM 2017 Academic Calendar SUMMER 2017 Registration Opens Monday, March 18 Student Orientation Monday, April 25 Classes Begin Monday, May 1 Drop/Add Period Mon-Sun, May 1-6 Memorial Day Holiday (No School) Monday, May 30 Mid-Term Evaluation Week -Mon-Fri, June 13-17 1st Eight Week Classes End Friday, June 17 2nd Eight Week Classes Begin Monday, June 20 Independence Day Holiday (No School) Monday, July 4 Final Exams Mon-Fri, August 1-12 Classes End Friday, August 12 FALL 2017 Registration Opens Monday, July 24 Student Orientation Wednesday, August 23 Classes Begin Monday, August 28 Drop/Add Period Mon-Sun, Aug. 28-September 5 Labor Day Holiday (No School) Monday, September 4 Mid-Term Evaluation Week Mon-Fri, September 18-22 1st Eight Week Classes End Friday, October 20 2nd Eight Week Classes Begin Monday, October 23 Thanksgiving Holiday (No School) Thursday, November 24 Final Exams Mon-Fri, December 11-15 Classes End Friday, December 15

Entrance Requirements General Entrance Requirements: 1. Applicants must apply before the designated deadline(s). 2. Complete a South Florida College of Nursing application. 3. Submit official transcripts from high school and from all colleges attended. 4. Submit results of the ACT test. SFCN code 0605. 5. Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. 6. Complete a level II background check. 7. Submit immunizations records (Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella and Hepatitis B. 8. Submit three letters of recommendation (non-family members). Nursing Program Entrance Requirements: Students are also required to provide a satisfactory criminal background check, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)/ Office of Inspection General (OIG) clearance and drug screening. Science courses must have been completed within the past 5 years. 1. Completion of general admission requirements. 2. Entrance Testing: A2 HESI test is required. HESI cut scores for consideration are 75% or higher in all of the following areas: Reading, Vocabulary, Grammar, and Math. There is a $65.00 registration fee for the HESI exam. 3. Completion of all pre-requisites for nursing core courses (PNCC) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. 4. All applicants will participate in a formal interview. 5. Current American Heart Association adult and pediatric CPR certification and health form are required prior to the start of the nursing program. Final decisions as to granting prior credits, transfer credits, or equivalencies will be made by the Dean in consultation with the Nursing Committee.

College Application College Information and Admission Application Instructions Welcome to South Florida College of Nursing. Please read the following instructions carefully. All information must be complete before the application can be processed. All correspondence is to be emailed to rodsanchezrn@outlook.com. An online version of the application can be found at www.sfcn.us. A nonrefundable application fee of $75 is required from all new college students. Payment can be made on www.sfcn.us website, by regular mail or paid in person. Payment can be made with check or money order, please write the last four digits of your social security number on your payment. Application will not be processed until payment is received. A letter of acceptance will not be offered until all transcripts are evaluated. Notification of Social Security Number Collection and Usage In compliance with Section 119.071(5), Florida Statutes, South Florida College of Nursing (SFCN) issues this notification regarding the purpose for the collection and use of your Social Security Number (SSN). South Florida College of Nursing collects and uses your SSN only to perform College duties and responsibilities. To protect your identity, SFCN will maintain the privacy of your SSN and never release it to unauthorized parties in compliance with state and federal laws. The College assigns you a unique student/employee identification number which is used for associated employment and educational purposes at SFCN, including the access of your college records. South Florida College of Nursing may collect and/or use your Social Security Number for the following purposes: Federal legislation relating to the Hope Tax Credit requires that all postsecondary institutions report student SSNs to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This IRS requirement makes it necessary for SFCN to collect the SSN of every student. A student may refuse to disclose his/her SSN for this purpose, but he/she may be subject to IRS penalties. SSNs appear on official transcripts and are used for business purposes in accordance with parameters outlined by the U.S. Department of Education. Federal and State Regulations Tracking uses are authorized by SBE Rule 6A-10955(3)(e); 1008.386, F.S. and the General Education Provisions Act (20 USC 1221(e-1)). The College Reach-Out Program (CROP) uses are authorized by 1007.34, F.S. Hope/Lifetime Tax Credit uses are authorized by 26 USC 6050S and Federal Register, June 16, 2000/IRC Section 25A Registration uses are authorized by 119.071(5), F.S. Issuance of Form 1098T for tuition payment reports are authorized by 26 USC 3402, 6051 General Education Applicants Admission to the college does not constitute acceptance into the nursing program. Students applying with a high school diploma or GED must submit transcripts AND ACT test scores. Once accepted into the college, a student can complete the general education courses / pre-requisites to apply for the nursing program. South Florida College of Nursing is a new post-secondary institution, and not accredited. Accreditation by a governing body may be obtained once the institution has a graduating class.

Nursing Program Applicants Admission to the college does not constitute acceptance into the nursing program. Prior to applying to the Nursing program, all pre-requisites must be complete. Please refer to the student handbook or visit the www.sfcn.us website for a list of classes. Applicants that have satisfied ALL nursing prerequisites may be called for a formal interview. If pre-accepted into the nursing program, a final decision will be made based on the combination of GPA, A2 HESI exam, formal interview, and background clearance. If not selected into the program, you will be notified by secured electronic mail. South Florida College of Nursing is a new post-secondary institution, and not accredited. Accreditation by a governing body may be obtained once the institution has a graduating class. APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION New admission Previously applied but not enrolled Previously enrolled I plan to attend SFCN beginning: Term: fall (Aug- Dec) spring (Jan- Apr) summer (May-July) Name Social Security Date of Birth E- mail Phone (mobile) Phone (home) Phone (work) Local address Permanent address Country of Birth Country of Citizenship Immigration status: U.S. citizen permanent resident alien (copy of card required) Refugee/ asylum status (copy required) Visa: Type Emergency contact: Full name relationship to student Work Phone Home/ Mobile phone Native Language Are you an active duty service member? Yes /No Are you a Veteran? Yes /No Demographic Data: Please provide the following data. Check one or more: Asian American Indian or Alaskan Native African American Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander White Hispanic/ Latino Gender Male Female The information requested above in the Demographic Data section is on a voluntary basis. South Florida College of Nursing is commitment to Equal Education/Employment Opportunity. (This information will not affect your admission to the College.) Please check the box that applies: Earned a standard high school diploma Home-schooled Earned a GED anticipate high school or GED graduation date Transfer from an accredited college or university All first-time-in-college students must submit official high school transcripts (showing actual graduation date) or equivalency.

Previous Colleges or Universities: Have you attended any other colleges or universities? Yes /No If you have previously attended another college or university, please note that all students are required to submit official college/university transcripts from all institutions attended. Failure to submit all transcripts will prevent future enrollment at the College. Please request that your final official transcripts be sent to: South Florida College of Nursing Attention: Admission Department 7925 NW 12th Street, Suite 312 Doral, FL 33126 Name of institution: City, state and country Degree earned (leave blank if none) Dates attended Name of institution: City, state and country Degree earned (leave blank if none) Dates attended Name of institution: City, state and country Degree earned (leave blank if none) Dates attended Select one: General Education Nursing Program If you have not satisfied ALL your prerequisites to enter the nursing program, please mark general education. I understanding that submitting this application while withholding or falsifying any personal or academic information will result in dismissal from the college and forfeit any return of funds. Signature and Date

Tuition and Fees Tuition fee schedule at South Florida College of Nursing is based on total credit per course listed for general and nursing. Annual review and modification of schedule fees are subject to change. Fee Schedule as Applies Program of Study Nursing Credit Total Application Fee (non-refundable) $75 $75 Registration Fee (non-refundable) $25 $25 Background Fee (non-refundable) $100 $100 Books Nursing $1990 $1990 Books General $800 $800 Academic Down Payment $500 $500 HESI Exam (non-refundable) $65 Nursing Tuition Cost per credit Nursing $400 42 $16,800.00 General Tuition Cost per credit General $190 30 $5,700.00 End of Program Fee Licensure fee NCLEX $310 72 credits Total $26,365.00 *Readmission Fee if applicable $200 *Transcript Fee $10 Financial Aid South Florida College of Nursing does not participate in any Financial Aid programs and does not offer private loans at this time. Payment Plan South Florida College of Nursing offers a short-term payment plan. To apply for a short-term loan for payment of matriculation fees, a student must present his/her course schedule to the bursar s office and execute an application form and promissory note. Approval is based on the following criteria: All loans will be subject to the availability of funds. No unpaid obligation.

Minimum six (6) credits Fall and Spring terms and (3) credits Summer Documentary evidence of credit responsibility (such as record of previous payment of short-term loan, prior attendance for at least two terms, or presentation of two valid credit cards). Curriculum PROGRAM BREAKDOWN BY COURSE Course Number Course Title Credit ENE 101 English Exposition * 3 CMAT 101 College Mathematics * 3 CBC 101 Computer Basics and Concepts * 3 FPSY 201 Foundations of Psychology * 3 MBG 100 Microbiology * 3 FHN 100 Fundamental of Human Nutrition ** 3 GDM 100 Growth and Develop Life Span ** 2 AP1 AP1L Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab 1 ** 4 AP2 AP2L Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab 2 ** 4 MTM 100 Medical Terminology ** 2 IIP 100 Introduction into Pharmacology 3 NFRN 100 Nursing Fundamentals 5 NFRNP 100P Nursing Fundamental Practicum 3 MSRN 100 Medical Surgical Nursing 1 5 MSRNP 100P Medical Surgical Nursing Practicum 1 3 MHN 102 Mental Health Nursing 2 MHNP 102P Mental Health Nursing Practicum 1 MSRN 200 Medical Surgical Nursing 2 5 MSRNP 200P Medical Surgical Nursing Practicum 2 3 NMB 300 Nursing Care for Mother/Baby 2 NMBP 300P Nursing Care for Mother/Baby Practicum 1 NCP 400 Nursing Care for Pediatric 2 NCPP 400P Nursing Care for Pediatric Practicum 1 CHN 500 Community Health Nursing 2 CHNP 500P Community Health Nursing Practicum 1 TIP 600 Transition into Practice 1 TIPP 600P Transition into Practice Practicum 2 TOTAL: Credits 72 * General Education Course ** Pre-Requisites for Nursing Core Courses (PNCC)