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American Sentinel University

Academic Catalog

2020

Table of Contents LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT ................................................................................................................................ 5

CONSUMER INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................... 6

ABOUT US: AMERICAN SENTINEL UNIVERSITY ........................................................................................................ 7

MISSION....................................................................................................................................................................... 7 VISION ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7 VALUES ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7 STUDENT MANIFESTO ..................................................................................................................................................... 8 FACULTY MANIFESTO ...................................................................................................................................................... 8 BOARD OF TRUST ........................................................................................................................................................... 8 ADMINISTRATION ......................................................................................................................................................... 11 HEALTHCARE LEARNING INNOVATIONS ............................................................................................................................. 13 FACULTY ..................................................................................................................................................................... 13

ACCREDITATION AND AUTHORIZATION ............................................................................................................... 18

ADMISSIONS POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................ 25

RN TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING (RN TO BSN) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ................................................................... 25 EARLY ADMISSION TO THE RN TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING PROGRAM (RN TO BSN) ..................................................... 26 RN TO BS NURSING/MS NURSING (RN TO BSN/MSN) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ................................................................ 26 MASTER’S PROGRAM (NON-NURSING) REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................... 27 MASTER OF SCIENCE NURSING (MSN) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................ 27 DOCTOR OF NURSING PROGRAM (DNP) REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................... 28 INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................... 29 APPLICATION AND THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS .................................................................................................................... 30

GENERAL EDUCATION .......................................................................................................................................... 31

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................................................... 33

RN TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING (RN TO BSN) ....................................................................................................... 33

RN TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING, CBE POWERED BY SIMPATH™ ................................................................................ 35

MASTER’S PROGRAMS ......................................................................................................................................... 38

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HEALTHCARE (MBA HEALTHCARE) ........................................................................... 38 RN TO BS NURSING/MASTER OF SCIENCE NURSING (RN TO BSN/MSN) PROGRAM ............................................................... 39 MASTER OF SCIENCE NURSING (MSN) PROGRAM ................................................................................................................ 44

DOCTORAL PROGRAM ......................................................................................................................................... 53

DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (DNP), EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP SPECIALIZATION ..................................................................... 53 DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (DNP), EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP SPECIALIZATION ................................................................. 56 DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (DNP), INFORMATICS LEADERSHIP SPECIALIZATION .................................................................. 58 DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (DNP), PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP SPECIALIZATION ................................................................ 60

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE ...................................................................................................................................... 63

INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ............................................................................................. 63

PRACTICE EXPERIENCE BY PROGRAM ................................................................................................................... 64

2020 ACADEMIC CALENDAR ................................................................................................................................. 66

TUITION AND FEES ............................................................................................................................................... 67

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BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................................ 67 MASTER’S PROGRAMS .................................................................................................................................................. 68 DOCTORAL PROGRAM ................................................................................................................................................... 70 CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................................ 71 MILITARY TUITION AND FEES ........................................................................................................................................... 71

ACADEMIC POLICIES ............................................................................................................................................. 74

STUDENT FERPA RIGHTS ............................................................................................................................................... 74 ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS ............................................................................................................................................... 76 ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION POLICY .......................................................................................................................... 77 ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ......................................................................................................... 78 ENROLLMENT POLICY .................................................................................................................................................... 78

COURSE POLICIES ................................................................................................................................................. 80

LATE REGISTRATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 80 CREDIT HOURS ............................................................................................................................................................ 81 GRADING POLICIES ....................................................................................................................................................... 81 GRADE POINT AVERAGE ................................................................................................................................................ 82 ACADEMIC FORGIVENESS ............................................................................................................................................... 82 ACADEMIC APPEALS ...................................................................................................................................................... 83 GRADE APPEALS PROCESS .............................................................................................................................................. 83 PROCTORED EXAMINATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 84

GRADUATION POLICIES ........................................................................................................................................ 86

INSTITUTIONAL ACADEMIC PROGRESS ................................................................................................................. 87

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (TITLE IV, FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS ONLY) ............................... 89

TRANSFER CREDIT POLICIES .................................................................................................................................. 91

FINANCIAL POLICIES ............................................................................................................................................. 94

TUITION REFUND POLICY ................................................................................................................................................ 94 CALIFORNIA TUITION REFUND POLICY ............................................................................................................................... 95 WITHDRAWING FROM THE UNIVERSITY ............................................................................................................................. 96

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS .................................................................................................................... 99

AVAILABLE LOANS AND GRANTS ...................................................................................................................................... 99

FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID POLICIES ...................................................................................................................... 100

CAMPUS SECURITY ............................................................................................................................................. 102

COMPLAINTS ..................................................................................................................................................... 104

STUDENT GRIEVANCES AND CONCERNS .......................................................................................................................... 104 STATE REGULATORY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR COMPLAINTS ........................................................................................... 106 REGULATORY AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................................... 111

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ........................................................................................................... 112

STUDENT RIGHTS ....................................................................................................................................................... 112 STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES .......................................................................................................................................... 112 STUDENT SUPPORT ..................................................................................................................................................... 113

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT ............................................................................................................................ 114

MISCELLANEOUS ................................................................................................................................................ 117

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UNDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ........................................................................................................ 121

GRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS .................................................................................................................... 125

DOCTORAL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS .................................................................................................................... 132

NURSING PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS ..................................................................................... 135

ADDENDUM ....................................................................................................................................................... 136

CONTACT INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................... 208

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Hello, and welcome to American Sentinel University. Over the years and in every survey, our students and Alumni have told us they chose American Sentinel because they wanted an excellent education from an institution that cared about their success. It’s absolutely true, we do care about our students’ success. We want every student who starts a degree program to graduate from that program at American Sentinel. We work hard providing individual support to our students because we know that the supporting them, listening to them, providing encouragement to them, goes a long way in helping them achieve their goals. I am excited for you to begin your journey so you can experience our culture of support too! One way we stay focused on your success is to review our mission regularly. American Sentinel University’s mission is to provide high-quality, innovative degree and certificate programs that enable students to enhance their professional and civic lives. Our mission is important to the University. Every month a different department shares how they support our mission and every December we, along with the Board of Trust, review the mission statement to ensure it still reflects our goals and objectives. I am happy and not surprised that the board reaffirmed our mission once again this year because we all take pride in the programs we offer, the innovations we develop and the success of our students. We believe we can’t succeed

unless our students are successful. It should be clear that our focus is on your success, but I like to think that innovation is in our DNA. We are always looking at ways we can introduce new resources and services that improve students’ experience or gives them more paths to success which is why I am pleased to say that students will find Powered by SIMPath® added to more programs in 2020! Whatever path you choose, I wish you the best of luck as you move forward to achieve your personal and professional goals. It’s a lot of hard work to go back to school while juggling so many different priorities around work and family. But we are here to help you succeed so please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need assistance with anything. We look forward to celebrating your success at commencement! Mary Adams

President American Sentinel University

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

This catalog is published in order to inform students and others of American Sentinel University’s academic programs, policies, calendar, tuition, fees, administration and faculty. The information provided is current and accurate as of the date of publication. American Sentinel University cannot assure that changes will not occur that will affect this information. This catalog is published for informational purposes only and is not intended as a contractual agreement between American Sentinel University and any individuals. American Sentinel University reserves the right to make changes within the term of this catalog, which may affect any of the information published, and to make such changes, if necessary, without prior notice to individual students. As such changes may occur, these will be published in a catalog addendum, which should be regarded as an integral part of this catalog. American Sentinel University expects its students to read and understand the information published in this document and in any subsequent addenda identified as belonging to this catalog. Failure to read and understand this catalog will not excuse any student from the application of any requirement or regulation published herein. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of each student to remain apprised of current graduation requirements of his/her program. American Sentinel University affirms a policy of equal employment opportunity, equal educational opportunity and nondiscrimination in the provision of educational services to the public. American Sentinel University makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, physical or mental disadvantage, or other factors, which cannot lawfully be the basis for an employment decision. American Sentinel University affirms its policy of administering all educational programs and related supporting services and benefits in a manner that does not discriminate because of a student’s race, color, creed or religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, physical handicap or any other characteristic.

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ABOUT US: AMERICAN SENTINEL UNIVERSITY

Fast Facts • Founded: February 2006 • History: American Sentinel University was founded when three nationally accredited institutions merged:

the American Graduate School of Management (Denver, Colo.), Sentinel University (Denver, Colo.) and the American College of Computer and Information Sciences (Birmingham, Ala.).

• CEO: Dr. Richard Oliver • President: Mary Adams • Institutional Accreditation: Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC): 1101 17th Street NW,

Suite 808, Washington, D.C. 20036, 202.234.5100. Candidate for Institutional Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (HLC): 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL, 60604 (800) 621-7440. (MBA Healthcare Project-Based program is pending review for inclusion in the university’s programs covered by the Higher Learning Commission designation of candidate for accreditation.)

• Programmatic Accreditation: American Sentinel’s RN to BSN, RN to BSN/MSN and Master of Science Nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791. Recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a specialized professional accreditation agency, the CCNE is an autonomous branch of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. American Sentinel’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program with four specializations is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975- 5000.

• Programs: Eight online bachelor and master’s degree programs and certificate programs with no residency requirements; Four online doctoral degree programs with one four-day residency.

• Student enrollment (as of December 31, 2018): 2,463 students • Alumni (as of January 1, 2018): Over 6,909 worldwide • Faculty: 180+ full-time and adjunct faculty members (more than 70 percent hold doctorates.) • Staff: 90+ academic administrators and staff • Headquarters: Denver, Colorado

Student satisfaction: 98+ percent based on 2018 Student Satisfaction Surveys American Sentinel University, Inc. operates in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Learning Solutions, Inc., (ALS). ALS has no role in nominating or confirming members of the American Sentinel University Board of Trust, a self-governing body that operates in accordance with the American Sentinel University Amended and Restated Charter of the Board of Trustees.

Mission American Sentinel University’s mission is to provide high-quality, innovative degree and certificate programs that enable students to enhance their professional and civic lives.

Vision To be recognized as a world leader...

... for providing accessible, quality, advanced education for the motivated learner/professional who seeks success in their chosen fields and communities ...

... for our innovative use of technology that creates new standards in outcomes and achievement of academic excellence... ... for our understanding of and meeting the changing needs of our students, communities and other constituents... ... for creating excellence in student and constituent services.

Values American Sentinel University’s institutional objectives are reflected in its values: Continued Improvements in Quality Outcomes

• Place value creation for the learner at the center of all that we do. • Embrace the changes necessary to continually improve standards and processes so that they

inspire best-in-class educational content and learning assessments.

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Community of Scholars • Keep our students, faculty, staff, communities and other constituents engaged in a free exchange of

ideas by creating an environment of trust and mutual respect. • Identify the educational needs of our students and work diligently to meet or exceed them.

Connected and Inclusive • Act with integrity and behave ethically and transparently. • Value and embrace diversity.

Maintain a workplace that is characterized by safety, openness, creativity, challenge and innovation.

Student Manifesto We Nurture Talent Our success is our students’ success in their chosen fields. To achieve our goals, American Sentinel pledges to our students that we will, to the best of our ability:

• Offer high-quality educational programs. • Provide a response to student requests within 24 hours. • Create a variety of innovative courses and programs that equip students with the latest and most

desired knowledge in the marketplace. • Employ the most innovative educational technologies. • Provide world-class student services and support. • Operate in a fiscally responsible manner to ensure students receive the best value tuition. • Provide students annual reports on our progress toward meeting our goals.

Faculty Manifesto At American Sentinel, we understand that faculty (full time and adjunct) are key to student success as they have the central responsibility for achieving our mission to “…provide high-quality, innovative degree and certificate programs that enable students to enhance their professional and civic lives.” Faculty are responsible for programs, courses, instruction, service, and scholarship. At American Sentinel we have created a work environment for our faculty that is connected and inclusive, respectful and supports a free exchange of ideas, and rewards student-centered quality learning outcomes. To achieve our goals, American Sentinel pledges to our faculty that we will, to the best of our ability:

• Promote a culture among faculty that is inclusive and respectful. • Offer ongoing dialog with administration to hear ideas, concerns, and suggestions. • Provide a response to faculty requests within 24 hours. • Provide proper funding for the development and ongoing support of programs. • Ensure that faculty are represented on department and university committees. • Ensure that our learning management system meets or exceeds our goal of 99.9% uptime. • Ensure our pay is fair, equitable, and competitive. • Provide relevant and timely training opportunities. • Establish annual teaching schedules so that faculty can count on us. • Receive an annual performance review and reward excellent performance in teaching, service, and

scholarship. We ask in return that faculty support our mission and our goal to provide superior student engagement and satisfaction

Board of Trust Dr. Judy Burckhardt- Chair Dr. Judy Burckhardt served as dean of nursing and healthcare programs at American Sentinel University from 2013 until 2017. Previously, she was the dean of nursing and health programs at Kaplan Higher Education Campuses and before that, the vice president of Kaplan’s School of Nursing. Dr. Burckhardt has many years of experience as an educator and administrator in diploma, ADN and BSN programs. She led the nursing division at Kaplan Test Preparation and spearheaded the development and growth of the company’s nursing programs. Dr. Burckhardt is the

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co-author of a top-selling book of strategies for preparation for the NCLEX-RN exam and has published numerous articles for nursing publications. Dr. Burckhardt holds a Ph.D. in educational administration from the University of Nebraska, a Master of Arts in education with an adult education emphasis from Washington University, a Master of Science Nursing with a nursing education emphasis from Kaplan University and a Bachelor of Science Nursing from Loyola University. Dr. Kenneth McLennan – Trustee Emeritus Dr. Kenneth McLennan has extensive experience in academic, government and nonprofit organizations, and was the president and CEO of Manufacturers Alliance from 1987 to 1999. Dr. McLennan is an adjunct professor at the College of William and Mary (in the Thomas Jefferson Public Policy Program) and for the joint Eastern Virginia Medical School-Old Dominion University Master of Public Health program. Dr. McLennan holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an MBA from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Science from the London School of Economics. Dr. Michael Bowling Michael Bowling is President, DirectTV Latin America Northern Region. Previously, he was a Senior Vice President for Corporate Strategy at AT&T. In that role, Mr. Bowling was responsible for driving AT&T’s over-all long-term planning and strategic initiatives. Prior to his role at AT&T, Mr. Bowling served as Chief Marketing Officer, Business Solutions. In that role, Michael was responsible for driving the growth of a $37B wireline business as well as the Business Mobility service portfolio. He had also been President of AT&T Mexico and served on the Boards of Telmex and Telmex International. Previously, with BellSouth, Mr. Bowling was Vice President of Converged Services and Platform Development as well as Vice President of Marketing and Product Management for Broadband from 2003 to 2005. He also served in a wide range of marketing and sales capacities within BellSouth’s domestic enterprise and consumer operations since joining BellSouth in 1990. In addition, he serves as Adjunct Professor of Management at Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management. Michael earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Kentucky and a master’s degree in business administration from Vanderbilt University. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from American Sentinel University in 2015. Dr. David Byres Dr. David Byres is the Associate Deputy Minister, Clinical Leadership for the Ministry of Health in British Columbia, Canada. He is responsible for Primary Care, Pharmaceutical Services and Pharmacare, Specialized Services (including surgery, diagnostic imaging, frail and vulnerable adults and mental health and addictions), Provincial Programs, Hospitals and Laboratory Services, Population and Public Health, the Office of Indigenous Health and the Nursing Policy Secretariat. David has over 20 years of experience in the health sector including having served as Executive Vice President for Providence Health Care as well as Chief Nurse Executive for the Province of British Columbia. David holds a Fellowship in Management for Executive Nurses from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the BC Patient Safety Quality Council. He is a past co-chair of the Nursing Research Advisory Council for the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research and a Past President of the Xi Eta Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. He has previously served on the Board of Directors for the Registered Nurses Foundation of BC. In 2010 David was presented with the Award of Distinction from the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia. In 2012, David was presented with the Practice Partnership Award from the University of British Columbia School of Nursing. In 2015 he received the 3M National Quality Team Award from 3M and the Canadian College of Health Leaders. In 2016 the Canadian Nursing Association featured David and his current work in the Canadian Nurse journal as a “Nurse to Know”. In 2017 he was recognized in the Canadian Nursing Association’s list of Canada’s 150 most influential nursing leaders. In 2018 he received the Dean’s Medal of Distinction from the faculty of Applied Science at the University of British Columbia. David completed his Doctorate in Nursing Practice at American Sentinel University in October 2016. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Victoria and a Bachelor and Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of British Columbia (UBC). He is an Adjunct Professor with the School of Nursing at UBC and Adjunct Assistant Professor with the School of Nursing at the University of Victoria. He is a Certified Health Executive with the Canadian College of Health Leaders

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Dr. Frank Mayadas Dr. Frank Mayadas has served as a senior advisor to the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation since 2010, advising the foundation on its continuing grants in the Anytime, Anyplace Learning Program. From 1992 to 2009, he served as a program director at the foundation. Previously, Dr. Mayadas spent 27 years at the IBM Corporation, serving in a number of capacities, including vice president, research division, technical plans and controls; vice president, technology and solutions development; general manager, university and college systems, IBM personal systems; and secretary of IBM›s Corporate Management Board and the IBM Management Committee, among other positions. Dr. Mayadas holds a Ph.D. in applied physics from Cornell University and a B.S. from the Colorado School of Mines. Robert Neumeister, Jr. Robert Neumeister has served as a senior financial executive for numerous companies over a 40-year career. He has served as EVP and CFO of Linux Networks, Dex Media, Prolexis Pharmaceuticals, and Aerie Networks. He also held the positions of VP- Financial Operations for Intel, CFO of Sprint PCS and SVP – Finance and Controller of Nortel Networks. In 2008, he was Chairman of the Board and CEO of Geeknet, for which he served on the board of directors from 2001 until 2010. Previously, Mr. Neumeister served on the boards of Symmetricom and Covad Communications Group. Mr. Neumeister holds an MBA from the University of Virginia and a Bachelor of Arts in economics and English from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Ravi K Reddy Ravi K Reddy is a Chartered Accountant and a Business Advisory Consultant. He is associated as Managing Partner with M/s. RK Reddy & Associates, a Hyderabad based Chartered Accountants firm established in the year 1986 extending services in the areas of Management Consultancy, Taxation, Accounting and Auditing to multi-sectoral clientele. He serves as director on the Board of several corporate. Ravi passionately believes rural empowerment is a concern to a country like India and has been actively associated with Rural Economic and Educational Society, a non-profit organization established in 1989 towards enhancing the quality of life of rural communities. His role was prominent in making REEDS visible nationally and internationally. He is co-founder of Life Skills and Livelihood Skills International, a Hyderabad based not-for-profit organization established in the year 2012 to focus on the ‘skilling’ of the rural population of India. Recognizing his efforts towards rural empowerment, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from American Sentinel University in 2015. Ravi earned his Bachelor of Commerce from Sri Venkateswara University, India and is a Fellow Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. April Savoy April Savoy is Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for Acceptance Insurance Company. Her responsibilities are those of a chief legal and chief compliance officer and assistant secretary for the enterprise, providing legal and regulatory, litigation, government relations, compliance, board governance and risk-management leadership. She serves as the executive staff liaison to the Board of Directors’ Audit and Risk Committees. Previously in her career, April held many leadership roles culminating in Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Litigation/Office of the Compliance and Legal Office. She was responsible for strategic process and project management for enterprise litigation, including property & casualty and financial services complex case management, auditing, financial and board reporting, and panel counsel selection. She also has been Senior Attorney and Corporate Legal for Safeco Insurance, Associate Chief Counsel for the American Cancer Society and Health Care and Securities Associate for Kilpatrick Stockton, LLP. She completed a legal internship in the Health Office of U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts through the U.S. Senate Labor & Human Resources Committee. April is an active volunteer, including serving as Governance Chair for Siloam Health Board of Directors and as a volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters. She has been on the Resource Development Committee of United Way of Central Ohio and been a Board Member of The Lincoln Theatre, Seattle Art Museum and Pratt Fine Arts. April earned her Juris Doctorate from the Harvard Law School. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science & International Affairs (summa cum laude) from Spelman College and completed the Year Abroad Program at the University of Lancaster in England. She is a member of the Bar of the States of Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, and Tennessee, and is a member of the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, Association of Corporate Counsel and National Association of Corporate Directors. Currently, April is the 2020 American Bar Association TIPS Section Conference Co-Chair

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Administration Dr. Richard Oliver – CEO Dr. Richard Oliver is the CEO of American Sentinel University. Previously, he was a professor at the Owen Graduate School of Management at Vanderbilt University. While there, Dr. Oliver received the Outstanding Professor Award and a Dean’s Teaching Award. For several years, he served as a visiting professor of management at the Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Oliver had a 20-year career at Nortel Networks, where he was vice president of marketing, and he also worked for DuPont Co. Dr. Oliver is the author of seven books and more than 50 book chapters and journal articles about management, technology and education, and has lectured around the world on these topics. He served on the editorial boards of the Journal of Services Marketing and the Journal of Strategic Management Education. Dr. Oliver has served on seven corporate boards and was chairman of the board of directors of Symmetricom, a high-tech telecommunications company, from 1997 to 2004.

Dr. Oliver holds a Ph.D. in informatics from the State University of New York, a Master of Arts in communications from the University of Delaware and a Bachelor of Science in economics from Cornell University. Mary Adams – President, Chief Academic Officer Mary Adams is the president of American Sentinel University. She has more than 25 years of experience in distance education, including serving as president of Aspen University from 1992 to 2004. Ms. Adams served as commissioner of the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, DEAC (Formerly Distance Education and Training Council-DETC), and as past chair of the Research and Education Standards Committee. She has chaired more than 30 accreditation visits and received the DETC’s Distinguished Service Award and Distinguished Recognition Award. In 2016 she received the DEAC’s Person of the Year award, their highest recognition for individual achievement. Ms. Adams holds an MBA from ISIM University and a Bachelor of Arts in history from California State University, Fullerton William Tammone- Chief Academic Officer, Senior Vice President for Strategy and Innovation Dr. William Tammone is Chief Academic Officer and Senior Vice President for Strategy and Innovation of American Sentinel University. Previously, he served as the chief academic officer at Macomb Community College (Michigan’s largest community college, serving more than 40,000 students annually), the Colorado Community College System in Denver, Illinois Central College (where he also served as interim president), Montcalm Community College in Michigan and, Ivy Tech State College in Columbus, Indiana. His experience with online education dates back to 1998, when he began playing a leading role in helping to establish the Michigan Community College Virtual Learning Collaborative (a consortium of more than 25 community colleges that still exists today as Michigan Colleges Online). He also taught online himself for many years. Dr. Tammone has also served on several nonprofit boards, including the Board of Directors for the Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing in Peoria, Illinois, and he has more than 20 years of experience as a peer reviewer for the Higher Learning Commission. Dr. Tammone has a B.A. in Biology and an M.S. in Human Biology from the University of Chicago and a Ph.D. in the History and Philosophy of Science from Indiana University – Bloomington. Donna Prudhomme - Chief Financial Officer Donna Prudhomme is the chief financial officer of American Sentinel University. She has over 20 years’ experience in accounting with ten years in higher education. Prior to coming to American Sentinel, Donna was the assistant southeast area director of finance for Ernst and Young. While at American Sentinel, Donna has served as the controller and institutional research analyst. Ms. Prudhomme holds an MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Alabama. Dr. Elaine Foster – Dean, Nursing and Healthcare Programs Dr. Elaine Foster is the Dean of Nursing and Healthcare Programs at American Sentinel University. Prior to assuming the position as Dean, she was an Associate Dean for 3 ½ years. Previously, she was the associate dean for the School of Nursing at Kaplan University. For 27 years, Dr. Foster held various leadership roles at Southwestern Michigan College, including dean of the School of Nursing and Human Services and dean of academic studies for arts and sciences. She has presented at numerous state and national conferences. In 2007,

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she served on a nursing legislative task force for the state of Michigan to develop a plan to reduce the shortage of nurses in the state.

Dr. Foster is a member of the National League of Nursing and Sigma Theta Tau International. She is a Program Evaluator for Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing and the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. She is a past member of several state and national professional associations, including the Michigan Liberal Arts Deans organization, the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing, the Northern Indiana Organization of Nurse Executives and the Michigan Council of Nursing Administrators (for which she served as president). Dr. Foster also serves on the board of trustees for the Cass County Council on Aging.

Dr. Foster holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership and administration from Andrews University, a Master of Science Nursing from Andrews University and a Bachelor of Science Nursing from the University of Michigan. Dr. Karen Whitham – Associate Dean, Nursing and Healthcare Programs Dr. Karen Whitham is the associate dean of Nursing and Healthcare Programs at American Sentinel University. Previously, she was the assistant dean of undergraduate nursing programs and before that a member of the nursing faculty at Rasmussen College. Dr. Whitham has held various roles at Kaplan University, including Director of Pre- licensure Initiatives, practical nursing professor, clinical coordinator and adjunct online nursing professor. She worked as a staff nurse on a medical/surgical/telemetry unit at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, where she also was a clinical instructor in the College of Health Sciences.

Dr. Whitham is a Certified Nurse Educator and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the National League for Nursing and the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning. She is also a Program Evaluator for the Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation.

Dr. Whitham holds an M.S. in higher education, teaching and learning, from Kaplan University, an MSN (leadership in healthcare systems emphasis) from Regis University, a BSN from the University of Iowa and an A.S. in nursing from Mercy College of Health Sciences. She completed a Doctor of Education in healthcare education from the College of Saint Mary. Dr. Yolanda Smith– Chair, DNP Dr. Yolanda Smith is Chair of the DNP and Healthcare Programs at American Sentinel University. Previously, she was the Chair/Nurse Administrator of the BSN program at Oakwood University, and before that served as nursing faculty where she taught various courses in the classroom and clinical environments. She has been in the field of education for over 19 years, eight of which has been devoted to nursing education. Dr. Smith has held direct nursing positions in various areas including long-term care, rehabilitative care, care management, pain management, and ambulatory same-day surgery. Her research interests include strategies for enhancing student success where her doctoral work focused testing a model to examine the relationship between nurse educators’ intent to use and actual use of evidence-based critical thinking strategies to promote critical thinking skills in nursing students. Dr. Smith is a member of various professional organizations including American Nurses Association, Alabama State Nurses Association, National League for Nursing, and Sigma Theta Tau International. She is also a Program Evaluator for the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Dr. Smith holds an Ed.D. specializing in Curriculum and Instruction from Andrews University, a Master of Science Nursing/Nursing Education from Andrews University, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Rutgers University. Dr. Kris Skalsky – Chair Scholarship and Research Dr. Kris Skalsky is the chair of Scholarship and Research and Professor at American Sentinel University. She graduated from Argosy University with a Doctor of Education in Instructional Leadership and holds a Master of Science in Nursing Education from the University of Phoenix. Dr. Skalsky obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Toledo and her diploma in nursing from the Community Hospital School of Nursing in Springfield, OH. She began her career as a pediatric nurse and had direct care positions in the operating room and medical surgical areas. She has held leadership positions in acute and chronic dialysis facilities. Dr. Skalsky has over 20 years of experience working in nursing education. Her research interests include quantitative studies grounded in implementation science and the study of strategies that can impact math and statistical anxiety. Dr. Skalsky is a proud member of Sigma Theta Tau. Dr. Lauren Stehling – Director, Nurse Practitioner Program Dr. Lauren Stehling is the Director of the Nurse Practitioner Program. She graduated from Wilkes University in Wilkes- Barre, PA with her Doctorate in Nursing Practice. She also holds a master’s in nursing education from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX. She also received a Post-Masters Certificate as a Family Nurse Practitioner and is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She has over 16 years of

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experience working in nursing academia in various roles, most recently as a prelicensure Remediation and Retention Specialist. Dr. Stehling also has a thriving transitional care geriatric practice. She works diligently to provide compassionate, thorough, and uninterrupted care to the aging population who are experiencing physical and/or cognitive decline. She has a wide variety of experience with underserved and high-risk populations and believes every individual has the right to quality health services. Dr. Stehling considers herself a life-long learner and is passionate about nursing education. She is committed to integrating evidence-based research into clinical practice, disseminating knowledge to improve patient health outcomes and to engage in healthcare policy. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Dr. Sarah Meeks -Chair of the RN to BSN Dr. Sarah Meeks has been a full-time faculty member since July of 2015. Previously, she was the Director of Nursing for an on-ground pre-licensure program in Iowa for seven years. Before being DON, she was a full-time nursing faculty member for the same pre-licensure program. She taught courses, lab, and clinical for PN and ADN students in fundamentals, leadership, pediatrics, medical/surgical, and professionalism and ethics. Her experience includes working in pediatrics, general surgery and in-patient dialysis. Her experience also includes office nursing and teaching clinicals for LPN and RN programs. Dr. Meeks is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, International Nursing Honor Society, Kappa Alpha Chapter. Dr. Meeks holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Educational Leadership from American Sentinel University, a MSN (Nursing Education) from Walden University, a BA in Psychology from Loras College, an AA in Nursing from Hawkeye Community College.

Healthcare Learning Innovations Healthcare Learning Innovations bridges the gap between technology, informatics and clinical professionals with uniquely interactive online training. Online practice experiences reinforce course material right away to increase new skill and knowledge retention, so IT professionals can provide better applications, and better support, to their clinical counterparts. Jeff Caplan - President, Healthcare Learning Innovations Jeff Caplan is the president of Healthcare Learning Innovations at American Sentinel University. He has an extensive background in healthcare and healthcare IT, strategic business development, and online learning. Previously, Jeff was senior vice president of enrollment and retention at American Sentinel University.

Prior to joining American Sentinel, Mr. Caplan was the executive vice president for a specialty healthcare media company and the vice president of marketing and product management for a healthcare electronic exchange between hospitals and suppliers. Mr. Caplan spent his early career at DuPont, where he led a variety of businesses and functions. Mr. Caplan holds an MBA from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor of Science in engineering from Rutgers University.

Faculty Full time faculty are available during normal operating hours and will be available outside of normal working hours as needed for students. Adjunct faculty are available to students when they are actively engaged in teaching a course. General Education Faculty

Faculty Name University Credentials Lilia Anand MA, History, University of Oregon Bridget Bowers MS, Political Science, University of Lagos Dr. Amit Dave EdD, Educational Leadership, Clark Atlanta University Stephen DiNello MA, Religious Studies, Regent University Dr. Ashraf Esmail PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies, Union State University Karen Faith MA, Geography, Arizona State University Dr. Laurin Hafner PhD, Psychology, University of Connecticut Peggy Harper MS, Geography, Mississippi State University

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Faculty Name University Credentials Dr. Joseph Scalzo PhD, University of Rochester Hauna Slaughter MS, Human Environmental Sciences, University of Alabama Waltz, Laura Beth MTh, Theology Studies, Iliff School of Theology

Management Faculty

Faculty Name University Credentials Dr. Barbara Arnoldusson PhD, Business Administration, International Technological University Nicholas Bowersox PhD, Trident University Dr. Amit Dave EdD, Educational Leadership, Clark Atlanta Dr. Stephanie Diggs-Ofoe DBA, Columbia Southern University Dr. Karen Duncan DBA, Capella University Ted Framan MBA, Marketing, University of Texas Jason Ganger MBA, Vanderbilt University Catrina Horton MBA, American Sentinel University Dr. Alex Lazo PhD, Organization and Management, Capella University Dr. Suzanne Richins DHA, Medical University of South Carolina Nicole Ryan MBA, University of Phoenix Dr. Brandon Ryans PhD, Health Education, AT Still University Dr. Kim Sharkey DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Chad Sines DBA, University of Phoenix Dr. Sara Willox PhD, Capella University Dr. Ken Wong MS Accountancy, California State University, Los Angeles

Nursing Faculty Faculty Name University Credentials Dr. Jose Alejandro PhD, Capella University Elizabeth Atwood MSN, Bryan College Catherine Amitrano MSN, Russell Sage College Priscilla Aylesworth MSN, State University of New York, Upstate Medical University Dr. Nicole Barnett DNP, American Sentinel University Jodie Baumtrog MSN, University of Memphis Dr. Edward Beard DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University Dr. Bonnie Beardsley PhD, Education, Walden University Dr. Betty Beimel PhD. University of Phoenix Dr. Ami Bhatt DNP, Oakland University Dr. Laura Bourdeanu PhD, Nursing, Azusa Pacific University Dr. Jodi Berndt PhD, Capella University Dr. Mirella Brooks PhD Nursing, University of Hawaii Michelle Burns MSN, University of Mississippi Medical Center Dr. Anne Cadet-Baker DNP, Chamberlain University Dr. Patricia Cannistraci DNS, Education and Leadership, The Sage College Dr. Kathy Chalflinch DNP, American Sentinel University Ernest Clement MSN, University of Phoenix

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Faculty Name University Credentials Dr. Sandra Cleveland PhD, Nursing Education, Capella University

Dr. Sabrina Cook DNP, American Sentinel University

Dr. Rhonda Cowan DNP, University of South Alabama

Dr. Diane Daddario DNP, Wilkes University

Dr. Tearsanee Davis DNP, University of Alabama

Dr. Joseann Dewitt PhD Nursing Education and Administration William Carey University Dr. Crissy Dodson PhD, Nursing, University of North Carolina Dr. Christi Doherty DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. William Jason Dunne DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Catherine Earl DBA, Western Michigan University

Karen Egenes MSN, Norwich University Juli Eigenheer MSN, Benedictine University

Dr. Ana Fernandez DNP, Walden University Dr. Gerardo Flores DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Cari Furst PhD, University of Phoenix Dr. Sarah Gabua DNP, Walden University Dr. Amy Garcia DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Jean Gordon DBA, Human Resources, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Daniel Gracie DNP, Advanced Practice Nurse, Medical University of South Carolina Dr. Kelli Greder, PhD, Education, Capella University

Dr. Debra Green DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Roger Alan Green DNP, Rush University Dr. Brenda Grimmer DNP. Chamberlain University Dr. Nancy Gwin DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Nicole Heimgartner DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Brenda Helmer DNP, University of Alabama Dr. Carol Hrusovsky DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University Dr. Sandra Hughes PhD, Capella University Dr. Crissy Hunter DNP, American Sentinel University Ms. Kristen Kaiafas MSN, Liberty University Dr. Bonny Kehm PhD, Nursing Education, Capella University Dr. Lori Kerley DNP, Regis University Dr. Hyojeong Kim PhD, University of Michigan School of Nursing Audrey Knippa MPH, University of California Dr. Christopher Kowal DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University Dr. Heidi Toerner Landry DNS, Nursing Administration, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Dr. Michael Landry DNS, Nursing Administration, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Dr. Sharon Laubenstein DNP, Maryville University Dr. Hernani Ledesma DNP, Western University Dr. Teri Logghe DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Trista Long DNP, Chamberlain University Dr. Sheila Matye DNP, American Sentinel University

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Faculty Name University Credentials Todd McDonald MSN, Troy State University Dr. Rosalyn McFarland DNP, Concordia University Dr. Sarah Meeks DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Sonia Miller EdD, Education Leadership, University of Phoenix Dr. Sarah Moore DNP, American Sentinel University Yvonne Myette MSN, Oregon Health Services University Dr. Joanne Nanavaty , Management and Organizational Leadership, American Sentinel University

Dr. Robert Nappo DNP, American Sentinel University Patricia Natale MSN, Wayne State University Dr. Cynthia Newell PhD, Health Administration, Walden University Dr. Margaret Pearce PhD, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Melissa Penner DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Marlene Pietrocola DNP, University of Kansas Kelley Plant MSN, Education, Albany State University Dr. Melissa Reedy DNP, American Sentinel University Dr. Jimmy Reyes DNP, University of Iowa Dr. Julie Rohr DNP, American Sentinel University Cynthia Scansarole MSN, Education, American Sentinel University Victoria Alaina Schad MSN, Nursing Leadership and Management, Drexel University Dr. Kristine Skalsky EdD, Instructional Leadership, Argosy University Juanita Singleton-Murray MSN, South University Dr. Dawn Specht PhD, Widener University Dr. Mary Smith DNP, University of Alabama Dr. Yolanda Smith EdD, Curriculum & Instruction, Andrews University Dr. Eileen Thomas PhD, University of Colorado Dr. Joyce Van Natta Update MSN, Nursing Education, American Sentinel University Elise Webb MSN, University of Phoenix Lakeisha Wheless MSN, Education, Duke University Dr. Cheryl Williams DHEd, A.T. Still University Dr. Sandra Wise PhD, Health Education, University of Toledo Dr. Ramona Yehle PhD, Education, Capella University

Technology Faculty

Faculty Name University Credentials Dr. Jason Andress DCS, Colorado Technical University Dr. Mukesh Boori PhD, Natural Resources, Federal University Tonia Canada MBA, Troy University Dr. Matthew Cartlidge PhD, Geography, University of Nebraska Durmus Cesur PhD, Colorado State University Ray Fernandez MS, Information and Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology Kristina Gullo MS, City and Regional Planning, Rutgers University Dr. Leila Halawi DBA, Information Technology Management, Nova Southeastern University

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Faculty Name University Credentials Dr. Kathleen Hargiss PhD, Curriculum and Instruction, University of South Florida Peggy Harper MS, Geography, Mississippi State University Dr. Mary McDonald DCS, Colorado Technical University Dr. Michael McGivern PhD, Organizational Development, Walden University Lee Mitchell MS, Forest Resources, Mississippi State University Gabriel Schmidbauer MS, Geographic Information Systems, State University of New York, Buffalo Dr. Julia Smith PhD, Information Systems and Communication, Robert Morris University

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ACCREDITATION AND AUTHORIZATION

Institutional Accreditation: Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC): 1101 17th Street NW, Suite 808, Washington, D.C. 20036, 202.234.5100. Candidate for Institutional Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (HLC): 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL, 60604 (800) 621-7440.

Programmatic Accreditation: American Sentinel’s RN to BSN, RN to BSN/MSN and Master of Science Nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791. Recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a specialized professional accreditation agency, the CCNE is an autonomous branch of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. American Sentinel’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program with four specializations is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000. (MBA Healthcare Project-Based program is pending review for inclusion in the university’s programs covered by the Higher Learning Commission designation of candidate for accreditation.)

The Colorado Commission on Higher Education has authorized American Sentinel University to operate as a degree-granting institution under the Degree Authorization Act. The Colorado Commission on Higher Education is the state policymaking and coordinating board for Colorado’s higher education system.

Additionally, American Sentinel University works through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) process and with states directly to ensure that when authorization or licensure is necessary, required approvals are secured. Colorado is a member of SARA and American Sentinel University is an approved SARA institution. Participation in SARA is intended to make it easier for students to take online courses offered by postsecondary institutions based in another state. For more information about SARA, please visit http://www.nc-sara.org/. American Sentinel is licensed or otherwise recognized by the following state education agencies. Alabama: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Alabama regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Alaska: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Alaska regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Arizona: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Arizona regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Arkansas: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Arkansas regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education 2535 Capital Oaks Drive Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 Phone: 916.431.6959 www.bppe.ca.gov

Colorado Commission on Higher Education 1560 Broadway, Suite 1600 Denver, CO 80202 Phone: 303.866.2723 http://highered.colorado.gov

Connecticut: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Connecticut regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Delaware: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Delaware regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. District of Columbia: As an approved SARA

institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with District of Columbia regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Florida: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Florida regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Georgia: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Georgia regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Hawai’i: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Hawai’i regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Idaho: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Idaho regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Illinois: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Illinois regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Indiana: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Indiana regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Iowa: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Iowa regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Kansas: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Kansas regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Kentucky: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Kentucky regulations to offer programs to residents of the state.

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Louisiana: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Louisiana regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Maine: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Maine regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Maryland: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Maryland regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Massachusetts: The Massachusetts Department of Higher Education regulates through licensure all private colleges and universities that are not formally accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission accredits American Sentinel; therefore, the university is not required to be licensed by the Bureau. Michigan: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Michigan regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Minnesota: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Minnesota regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Mississippi: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Mississippi regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Missouri: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Missouri regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Montana: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Montana regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Nebraska: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Nebraska regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Nevada: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Nevada regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. New Hampshire: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with New Hampshire regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. New Jersey: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with New Jersey regulations to offer programs to residents of the state New Mexico: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with New Mexico regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. New York: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with New York regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. North Carolina: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with North Carolina regulations to offer programs to residents of the state North Dakota: As an approved SARA institution,

American Sentinel is in compliance with North Dakota regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Ohio: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Ohio regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Oklahoma: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Oklahoma regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Oregon: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Oregon regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Pennsylvania: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Pennsylvania regulations to offer programs to residents of the state Rhode Island: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Rhode Island regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. South Carolina: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with South Carolina regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. South Dakota: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with South Dakota regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Tennessee: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Tennessee regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Texas: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Texas regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Utah: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Utah regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Vermont: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Vermont regulations to offer programs to residents of the state Virginia: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Virginia regulations to offer programs to residents of the state Washington: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Washington regulations to offer programs to residents of the state West Virginia: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with West Virginia regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Wisconsin: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Wisconsin regulations to offer programs to residents of the state. Wyoming: As an approved SARA institution, American Sentinel is in compliance with Wyoming regulations to offer programs to residents of the state.

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“Per federal regulation (34 CFR §668.43(a)(5(v)), institutions must disclose the following specific state authorization categories.

Federal Category States in Respective Category Institutional Guidelines for State Placement A list of all States for which the institution has determined that its curriculum meets the State education requirements for licensure or certification (Currently enrolling students in these states).

Maryland, North Dakota, Colorado.

States in this category have a Board of Nursing that requires a formal approval process in place for APRN programs and the university has an approval letter on file from the State.

A list of all States for which the institution has determined that its curriculum does not meet the State educational requirements for licensure or certification (Not currently enrolling students in these states).

Arizona, District of Columbia, Louisiana, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Washington, US Territories.

States in this category have a Board of Nursing that requires a formal approval process in place for APRN programs and the university does not have an approval letter on file from the State.

A list of all States for which the institution has not made a determination that its curriculum meets the State educational requirements for licensure or certification (Currently enrolling students in these states).

California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Hawaii, Illinois, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, South Dakota, Wyoming, Iowa, Indiana.

States are listed this category if their Board of Nursing doesn’t have a formal approval process of APRN programs, but after a full review of the State’s rules and regulations does not reveal any compliance issues.

*American Sentinel University reviews the relevant rules and regulations for each State before enrolling students in that State. Many State regulatory bodies (i.e. Boards of Nursing) do not have formal approval processes for out-of-state APRN programs. These States are listed above as states for which the University has not made a determination, as formal approval of our program is not available. We do not accept enrollments from students in the states for which the university does not meet the State educational requirements. The University has designed the program to satisfy the requirements set by our numerous accreditors as well as most states. Because many states do not offer an approval process for our APRN program, we encourage students to review their own State Board of Nursing requirements for individual licensure and contact that Board with any questions. State Board of Nursing Contact Information:

State Board of Nursing

Contact

Alabama Email: [email protected] Phone: 334-293-5200 Address: RSA Plaza, Ste. 250. 770 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL. 36104 Contact Page

Alaska Email: [email protected] Phone: 907-269-8161 Address: 550 W 7th Avenue, Suite 1500, Anchorage, AK. 99501. Contact Page

Arizona Email: No general email provided. Phone: 602-771-7800 Address: 1740 W Adams Street, Suite 2000. Phoenix, AZ. 85007 Contact Page

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Contact

Arkansas Email: Electronic messages can be sent through the contact page. Phone: 501-686-2700 Address: 1123 South University, Suite 800. Little Rock, AR. 72204 Contact Page

California Email: Various emails for different departments available on the contact page. Phone: 916-322-3350 Address: 1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 150. Sacramento, CA. 95834 Contact Page

Colorado Email: [email protected] Phone: 303-894-2430 Address: 1560 Broadway, Suite 1350. Denver, CO. 80202 Contact Page

Connecticut Email: No general email provided. Phone: 860-509-7555 Address: 410 Capitol Avenue, MS 13PHO. Hartford, CT. 06134 Contact Page

Delaware Email: [email protected] Phone: 302-744-4500 Address: 861 Silver Lake Blvd. Dover, DE. 19904 Contact Page

Florida Email: No general email given, but there is a chat feature in the contact page. Phone: 850-245-4125 Address: 4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin C-02. Tallahassee, FL. 32399 Contact Page

Georgia Email: No general email given. Phone: 844-753-7825 Address: 237 Coliseum Drive. Macon, GA. 31217 Contact Page

Hawaii Email: [email protected] Phone: 808-586-2695 Address: DCCA-PVL Attn: BON P.O. Box 3469 Honolulu, HI. 96801 Contact Page

Idaho Email: [email protected] Phone: 208-577-2476 Address: 280 N 8th Street, Suite 210. Boise, ID. 83720 Contact Page

Illinois Email: Send electronic message through this link. Phone: 888-473-4858 Address: 100 West Randolph, 9th Floor. Chicago, IL. 60601 Contact Page

Indiana Email: [email protected] Phone: 317-234-2043 Address: 402 W. Washington Street, Room W072. Indianapolis, IN. 46204 Contact Page

Iowa Email: [email protected] Phone: 515-281-3255 Address: 400 SW 8th Street Suite B. Des Moines, IA. 50309 Contact Page

Kansas Email: No general email was provided. Phone: 785-296-4929 Address: 900 SW Jackson Street, 10th Floor, Suite 1051. Topeka, KS. 66612 Contact Page

Kentucky Email: Various emails for different departments available on the contact page. Phone: 502-429-3300 Address: 312 Whittington Pky Suite 300. Louisville, KY. 40222 Contact Page

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Contact

Louisiana Email: [email protected] Phone: 225-755-7500 Address: 17373 Perkins Road. Baton Rouge, LA. 70810 Contact Page

Maine Email: Various emails for different departments available on the contact page. Phone: 207-287-1133 Address: 161 Capitol Street. Augusta, ME. 04333 Contact Page

Maryland Email: [email protected] Phone: 410-585-1900 Address: 4140 Patterson Avenue. Baltimore, MD. 21215 Contact Page

Massachusetts Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-414-0168 Address: No address given on site. Contact Page

Michigan Email: [email protected] Phone: 517-241-0199 Address: 2407 N. Grand River Avenue. Lansing, MI. 48906 Contact Page

Minnesota Email: [email protected] Phone: 612-317-3000 Address: 1210 Northland Drive Suite 120. Mendota Heights, MN. 55120 Contact Page

Mississippi Email: No general email provided, but staff emails are provided on contact page. Phone: 601-957-6300 Address: 713 Pear Orchard Road, Plaza II Suite 300. Ridgeland, MS. 39157 Contact Page

Missouri Email: [email protected] Phone: 573-751-0681 Address: 3605 Missouri Boulevard. Jefferson City, MO. 65102 Contact Page

Montana Email: [email protected] Phone: 406-444-6880 Address: 301 S. Park Avenue 4th Floor. Helena, MT. 59620 Contact Page

Nebraska Email: [email protected] Phone: 402-471-4376 Address: 301 Centennial Mall Sout, 1st Floor. Lincoln, NE. 68508 Contact Page

Nevada Email: [email protected] Phone: 888-590-6726 Address: No address available on the website. Contact Page

New Hampshire Email: [email protected] Phone: 603-271-2323 Address: 121 South Fruit Street, Suite 12. Concord, NH. 03301 Contact Page

New Jersey Email: Send an electronic message through the contact page. Phone: 973-504-6430 Address: 124 Halsey St. Newark, NJ. 07102 Contact Page

New Mexico Email: Staff emails can be found on the contact page. Phone: 505-841-8340 Address: 6301 Indian School Rd NE Suite 710. Albuquerque, NM. 87110 Contact Page

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New York Email: [email protected] Phone: 518-474-3817 Address: 89 Washington Avenue. Albany, NY. 12234 Contact Page

North Carolina Email: Send an electronic message on the contact page. Phone: 919-782-3211 Address: 4516 Lake Boone Trail. Raleigh, NC. 27607 Contact Page

North Dakota Email: [email protected] Phone: 701-328-9777 Address: 919 S 7th St Suite 504. Bismarck, ND. 58504 Contact Page

Ohio Email: [email protected] Phone: 614-466-3947 Address: 17 South High Street Suite 660. Columbus, OH. 43215 Contact Page

Oklahoma Email: No general email provided. Phone: 405-962-1800 Address: 2915 N. Classen Blvd Suite 524. Oklahoma City, OK. 73106 Contact Page

Oregon Email: [email protected] Phone: No phone number provided. Address: 17938 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd. Portland, OR. 97224 Contact Page

Pennsylvania Email: [email protected] Phone: 717-783-7142 Address: 2601 N 3rd Street. Harrisburg, PA. 17105. Contact Page

Rhode Island Email: [email protected] Phone: 401-222-5960 Address: 3 Capitol Hill. Providence, RI. 02908 Contact Page

South Carolina Email: [email protected] Phone: 803-896-4550 Address: 110 Centerview Dr. Columbia, SC. 29210 Contact Page

South Dakota Email: No general email provided. Phone: 605-362-2760 Address: 4305 S. Louise Ave. Suite 201. Sioux Falls, SD. 57106 Contact Page

Tennessee Email: No general email provided. Phone: 615-532-5166 Address: 665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor. Nashville, TN. 37243 Contact Page

Texas Email: [email protected] Phone: 512-305-7400 Address: 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460. Austin, TX. 78701 Contact Page

Utah Email: No general email provided, but emails to specific individuals provided. Phone: 801-530-6628 Address: PO Box 146741. Salt Lake City, UT. 84114 Contact Page

Vermont Email: [email protected] Phone: 802-828-2396 Address: 89 Main Street, 3rd Floor. Montpelier, VT. 05620 Contact Page

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Virginia Email: [email protected] Phone: 804-367-4515 Address: 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300. Henrico, VA. 23233 Contact Page

Washington Email: [email protected] Phone: 360-236-4703 Address: 111 Israel Rd SE. Turnwater, WA. 98501 Contact Page

West Virginia Email: [email protected] Phone: 304-744-0900 Address: 90 MacCorkle Ave SW, Suite 203. South Charleston, WV. 25303 Contact Page

Wisconsin Email: [email protected] Phone: 608-266-2112 Address: PO Box 8366. Madison, WI. 53708 Contact Page

Wyoming Email: [email protected] Phone: 307-777-7601 Address: 130 Hobbs Ave B. Cheyenne, WY. 82002 Contact Page

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ADMISSIONS POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS In accordance with Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 5 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, American Sentinel University admits all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliations, or political philosophy. The university recruits and admits those students who have the potential to successfully complete the educational programs. The prospective student’s motivation and interest in succeeding in his/her chosen business field are important factors for admission consideration as are the student’s academic background and qualifications.

At American Sentinel University, an admissions advisor will personally walk each student through each enrollment step, explaining what documents are needed to receive transfer credit for previous college work, professional certifications, and/ or credit for life and work experience.

RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing (RN to BSN) Program Requirements To be considered for admission to the American Sentinel University RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing program, all applicants must submit the following:

• A completed application. Applicants educated within the United States who hold a U.S. Registered Nurse (RN) license must submit the following:

• A copy of their active and unencumbered U.S. RN license. • Official transcripts* from each post-secondary institution attended. The institution(s) must send the transcripts directly to

American Sentinel University. Students’ nursing education must be from a hospital school of nursing or an associate degree nursing program with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (if it is below 2.0 please provide separate statement as to why your GPA was below 2.0 and why you feel you will be successful now) and accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the U.S. Department of Education.

Applicants educated outside of the United States who hold a U.S. RN license must submit the following: • A copy of their active and unencumbered U.S. RN license. • An Academic Report from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member organization,

Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) member organization, or the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) certificate or letter stating that the nursing education the applicant received is comparable to that obtained by a graduate of a U.S. nursing school.

• To receive transfer credits for courses from institutions outside of the U.S. or Canada, students will need an approved course-by-course academic report. Students must submit this report at the time of evaluation in order for the transfer credits to be considered.

Applicants educated outside of the United States who do not hold a U.S. RN license must submit the following: • A Validation of Licensure Report that shows evidence that they are legally authorized to practice as a professional nurse

in the geographical area in which they work. CGFNS is an agency that can provide documentation acceptable to American Sentinel University.

• An Academic Report from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member organization, Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) member organization or the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) certificate or letter stating that the nursing education the applicant received is comparable to that obtained by a graduate of a U.S. nursing school.

• To receive transfer credits for courses from institutions outside of the U.S. or Canada the NACES or CGFNS evaluation will need to be a course-by-course report. Students must submit this report at the time of evaluation in order for the transfer credits to be considered.

Applicants holding a bachelor’s degree in another field will automatically be awarded 30 general education credit hours to meet the degree requirements for RN to BSN.

*Individuals utilizing federal financial aid for all or part of their tuition must submit official transcripts prior to acceptance. Individuals not utilizing federal financial aid, may submit unofficial copies of transcripts for purposes of evaluation and acceptance. However official copies must be received by the Registrar’s Office no later than the end of your first 8 week term. Failure to do so will result in not being able to begin future courses.

Colorado Nursing Articulation Model American Sentinel’s RN to BSN program is based on the Colorado Nursing Articulation Model, a statewide agreement that permits Registered Nurses who are graduates of hospital schools of nursing or who have associate degrees accredited by agencies recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the U.S. Department of Education to advance into an RN to BSN program without testing. Under this model, applicants receive “block” transfer credits for their original associate degree or diploma nursing education without evaluation of specific nursing courses or testing in nursing content areas. Students entering American Sentinel’s RN to BS program with a diploma in nursing or an associate degree in nursing and an unencumbered RN license are automatically awarded 60 credit hours for their U.S. RN license and original nursing curriculum, including foundational courses.

Nurses with Foreign Degrees Nurses educated outside of the United States who are not eligible to practice as Registered Nurses in the United States must have their academic transcripts evaluated and certified by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. member organization. The completion of the B.S. Nursing will not qualify the nurse to sit for the licensure exam to become an RN in the

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United States. Nurses educated outside of the United States or Canada will be required to take ENG105 Beginning Writing as their

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