Bachelor s of Science in Nursing
BSN Program of Study General Education Pre-Requisites Literature and Advanced Writing I and II Anthropology or Sociology Philosophy Fine Arts Nutrition Lecture and Laboratory Total Non-Nursing Courses (6 cr) (3 cr) (3 cr) (4 cr) (4 cr) 20 Credit Hours Junior Level Nursing Courses 1427-300 RN to BSN Transition Theory (3 cr) F/S 1427-301 Health Assessment Theory (2 cr) F 1427-302 Health Assessment Lab (2 cr) F 1427-305 Professional Nursing Issues in Practice Seminar (2 cr) S 1427-306 Professional Nursing Issues in Practice Practicum (2 cr) S 1427-348 Pathophysiology (3 cr) F 1427-350 Ethical Issues in Health Care (3 cr) F/S 1427-354 Gerontological Nursing Theory (3 cr) S 1427-356 Legal Issues and Health Policy (3 cr) S Total Junior BSN Courses 23 Credit Hours Senior Level Nursing Courses 1427-449 Leadership and Management Theory (3 cr) F 1427-448 Leadership and Management Clinical (2 cr) F 1427-455 Nursing Research (3 cr) F 1427-464 Urban Community Health Issues Theory (3 cr) S 1427-465 Urban Community Health Issues Practicum (2 cr) S 1427-471 Clinical Preceptorship Capstone Seminar (2 cr) S 1427-472 Clinical Preceptorship Capstone Clinical (2 cr) S Total Senior BSN Courses 17 Credit Hours F=Fall, S=Spring You can also download the BSN Program of Study at www.udc.edu/academics/nursing/bs.htm
Admission to RN/BSN Program Prospective students in the RN/BSN insurance coverage. Program must apply through the UDC You must complete 60 semester credit Admissions Office. Please visit our web- hours of associate level courses by site (www.udc.edu) for details. enrollment or transfer credit. You must complete 43 credit hours Other requirements are: including pre-requisites with a grade of Must possess a current RN license and C or above prior to starting your senior be eligible to practice professional nurs- year in the BSN program. ing in the District of Columbia; must be Associate degree equivalent courses certified in CPR and must pass a health include (Anatomy-Physiology (8 cr), clearance, criminal background check, Microbiology (4 cr), Psychology (3 cr), drug screen and hold medical liability Math (6 cr), English (6 cr) and Pre-Licen
sure Nursing (34 credits). All general education, science and AASN equivalent courses plus 23 credit hours of junior level nursing courses may be completed concurrently but must be satisfied before advancement to the senior level. Applicants are notified in writing of the decision regarding admission status. Students apply for admission by June 15 for fall semester, April 15 for summer and November 15 for spring semester. In order to progress to the senior level of study, you must: Maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.7 or greater on a 4.0 scale Complete all pre-requisite courses with a grade of C or higher Provide satisfactory recommendations Maintain eligibility for professional licensure in the DC metro area. Scholarships Students enrolled in junior and senior level nursing courses are eligible to apply for scholarships through the Department of Nursing and Allied Health for the next two years. To be eligible you must: Be a DC resident or employed in a DC health-related job or health care facility Hold US citizenship or permanent resident status Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.7 Describe how scholarship assistance will advance your nursing career and contributions to the profession. For scholarship categories and opportunities for BSN students, please visit www.udc.edu/scholarships
The BSN program at UDC offers a rigorous academic and experiential course of study, which prepares competent and compassionate practitioners to help District residents and society at large overcome health care challenges and disparities common to an urban environment. Graduates will possess the knowledge, skills, values, meaning and experiences to deliver, manage and lead nursing care to all age groups in the variety of settings and participate in personal and professional activities of lifelong learning. BSN Program Objectives Upon completion of the BSN program, you will: Apply professional nursing values and meaning in the delivery of care. Synthesize knowledge, experiences, and skills to guide clinical decision-making, clinical judgments and the delivery of culturally relevant nursing care across health care settings. Evaluate evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking to ensure optimal nursing and health care outcomes in culturally diverse urban population. Evaluate the effectiveness of communications within and between all systems of care. Provide leadership that facilitates optimal wellness for individuals, families, communities and groups in a variety of health care settings. Assume responsibility for continued professional growth, competence, and lifelong learning.
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