Download - Nursing info session
Disclaimer• This on-line session is intended to provide an overview of the
admission requirements for the Nursing program at Wake Tech Community College.
• By completing this session and submitting the Test of Understanding with a 90% or better, you are acknowledging that you’ve been informed about and understand the minimum admissions requirements, the competitive admissions procedures, and are aware of the deadlines for the clinical Nursing application.
• Understand it is your responsibility to complete all the requirements and submit all the required documentation by the published deadlines.
On-line Nursing Info Session agenda
• Part I – General Information– Nursing careers– Nursing at Wake Tech
• What programs are offered• Additional requirements
• Part 2 – Admission Process– Phase 1 - Admission to Wake Tech– Phase 2 – Admission to NUR classes
• Part 3 – Conclusion– FAQs– Summary– Test of Understanding requirement
Average Salary of RNs
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median salary for a registered nurse was $65,470 in 2012. The best-paid 10 percent of RNs made more than $94,720, while the bottom 10
percent earned less than $45,040
The Nursing Job Market The
aging US population
will lead to a shortage of
qualified nurses
Even if many new
nurses are trained, it will be difficult
to offset the number of anticipated
nursing retirements
Employmentof registered
nurses is projected to
grow 19 percent from 2012 to
2022
Nursing Options at Wake Tech• AAS degree in Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
– Students take their Nursing classes at Wake Tech– Program starts in both Fall and Spring
• LPN to ADN (Advanced Placement option)– This is for a student who is a current LPN and take their NUR classes at Wake Tech– To be eligible, student must have worked as a LPN within the past 5 years in any state– Program starts in Summer with a LPN transition course
• BSN (Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing) – transfer program– Students take General education classes at Wake Tech to transfer to a 4-year college and complete
their NUR classes there. If this is what you want to do, you want to go into our College Transfer program (A10100). This information session is NOT required for College transfer.
– Please meet with a College Transfer advisor at North or Main campus
• RIBN – Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses– The first three years of study are home-based, along with one online course each semester through
WSSU. Upon successful completion of the first three years, a student earns the ADN. After passing the NCLEX-RN, the student progresses to fourth-year nursing courses through WSSU to earn the BSN.
– Contact Stephanie Wiggins at [email protected] This information session is NOT required for RIBN – they have their own session.
Associate Degree Nursing – A45110Day-only program
General Education Courses Major Course (Clinical Classes)
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology IBIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology IIBIO 175 MicrobiologyENG 111 Writing and InquiryENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disc SOC 210 Intro to SociologyPSY 150 General Psychology PSY 241 Developmental Psychology One Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
NUR 111 Introduction to Health ConceptsNUR 112 Health-Illness ConceptsNUR 113 Family Health ConceptsNUR 114 Holistic Health ConceptsNUR 211 Health Care ConceptsNUR 212 Health System ConceptsNUR 213 Complex Health Concepts
Associate Degree Nursing - A45110LPN to RN – Advanced Placement option
General Education Courses Major courses (clinical classes)
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology IBIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology IIBIO 155 NutritionBIO 175 MicrobiologyENG 111 Writing and InquiryENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disc PSY 150 General Psychology PSY 241 Developmental Psychology Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
NUR 114 Holistic Health ConceptsNUR 212 Health System ConceptsNUR 213 Complex Health ConceptsNUR 214 Nursing Transition Concepts
NOTE: To be eligible for the LPN to RN Advanced Placement option, you must have:• A current LPN license without restrictions• Have worked as an LPN within the past 5 years (in any state). • BIO 155 will be replaced with SOC 210 effective for Summer 2017.
But I thought I had to have a BSN to get a job.
• Hospitals are hiring RNs who have their AAS Degrees in Nursing; however, you’ll be expected to complete a BSN (Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing) after being hired.
• On average, you will be given 2 years to enroll into a RN-BSN program and 5 years to complete your BSN.
• A list of RN-BSN programs in NC
Important considerations before applying to the AAS Degree Nursing or
the LPN to NUR Advanced Placement optionprograms.
Drug Testing and CriminalBackground Checks are required for Clinical
Courses
Results of these tests could impact your ability to complete nursing clinical courses and therefore your ability to meet nursing program requirements for completion.
Many health care employers now require negative results from drug testing and criminal background checks before employment.
Clinical affiliate institutions require a criminal background check and drug screening of our students just as they do for their employees before participation in patient care. The student is responsible for correction of errors on any drug screen or criminal background check report.
Health Records for Nursing StudentsThe following are required for participation in clinical activities:
Students admitted to the nursing program must be physically and mentally capable of performing the Nursing Technical Performance Standards.
Students will be required to provide documentation of a physical exam, TB testing, and immunization records prior to the start of classes.
Students will need to obtain and maintain health insurance coverage during the clinical component of their program of study. Students who are accepted into the clinical portion of their program will be given more information and instructions about this requirement at program orientation sessions.
Annual Flu vaccinations are required when they become available.
Students SHOULD NOT submit any health forms until after they are formally admitted to the nursing program.
Technical Performance StandardsIn compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act, the following standards have been established. According to the nature of the
work required in nursing practice and the educational requirements of the nursing curriculum, students must be able to meet the following:
Standards Examples of Necessary Behaviors (not all inclusive)
Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families and groups from a variety of social emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds.
Establish rapport with clients, families and colleagues.
Communication abilities sufficient for interaction with others in verbal and written from.
Collect and document assessment data. Explain treatment procedures. Initiate health teaching, document, and interpret nursing actions and client and family responses.
Critical thinking ability sufficient for clinical judgment. Identify cause and effect relationship in clinical situations develop nursing care plans.
Physical abilities sufficient to move from room and maneuver in small spaces.
Moves around client's rooms, workspaces, and treatment areas, administer cardio-pulmonary procedures.
Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to provide safe and effective patient care.
Move, calibrate, use equipment and supplies including sharp instruments lift, transfer, and position mobile and immobile clients.
Auditory ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs. Hears monitor alarm, emergency signals, auscultatory sounds, cries for help.
Visual ability sufficient for physical assessment, performance nursing procedures, and maintenance of environmental safety.
Observes client responses such as skin color and facial expression.
Tactile ability sufficient for physical assessment and performance of nursing procedures.
Perform palpation, functions of physical examination and/or those related to therapeutic interventions, e.g., insertion of a catheter.
Time CommitmentColleges throughout the country typically follow a learning schedule advocating 3 hours outside of class for every hour spent in the classroom, and 2 hours outside of class for every hour in a laboratory. A nursing student’s classes are an important commitment to and investment in the future. Every Nursing class includes theory, lab, and clinical components. Nursing students gain experience at a number of different clinical sites. Students may be assigned an evening clinical rotation or a clinical experience outside of Wake County. Students must provide their own transportation to all laboratory and clinical experiences. Students are expected to follow the policies and procedures of each facility to which they are assigned.
Class hrs/week
Lab hrs/week
Clinical hrs/week
Total time in class/week
Study timeHrs/week
NUR 111 4 6 6 16 36
NUR 213 4 3 15 22 48
BIO 168 3 3 0 6 15
Remember, being a full-time student (taking 12 or more credit hours worth of courses) is like having a full-time job! Add in work and family responsibilities and it can be very challenging.
Admission process:Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program consists of two phases. Phase one is applying to Wake Tech to become a Pre-nursing student (A45110H). Phase two is applying
to the clinical (NUR) classes to become a Nursing student (A45110).
Phase 1Admission to Pre-Nursing
-WTCC Application-Placement Testing (if needed)-Transcripts- Complete Info session
Phase 2
Apply for Clinical (NUR) Admission
- Complete M.A.R.- Take General education and technical courses-Complete CNA1 Certification-Take TEAS V-Submit clinical application
Limited enrollment The Nursing program is a limited enrollment program because it has more
applicants than available clinical (NUR) seats. On average, we accept 70-75 students in both the Fall and Spring semester for
Nursing, and we have about 200 applicants. For LPN-RN, 30-45 students apply and approximately 10-12 students are selected
As a limited enrollment program, the Nursing program has a selective admission process and includes additional requirements over and above admission to Wake Tech Community College. Nursing courses may not be taken until admitted to the program. Pre-curriculum courses must be completed prior to admission. General education courses may be taken prior to admission to the nursing programs
or while enrolled in the nursing program. Completion does not guarantee admission to a nursing program.
Phase 1Getting Started at Wake Tech
You must complete the following steps to be admitted to Wake Tech as a pre-nursing student:
• Complete a Wake Tech application for admission– Become a Student web page– There is no application fee
• Complete this on-line information session and pass the Test of Understanding with an 90% or better
• Submit official copies of ALL educational transcripts– Including high school and/or GED– Including all colleges attended
• If needed, register for and take the placement test • Testing Center web page• There is no fee to take the test the first time you take it. Any retest will cost $10.
Placement Test WaiverYou could be exempt from the ACCUPLACER Placement Test if you if you meet any of the following:
1. Have SAT scores (within the past 5 years of applying to the Nursing program) of: 500 or higher in Critical Reading (OR) 500 in Writing (waives English placement test) 500 or higher in Math (waives math placement test)
2. Have ACT scores (within the past 5 years of applying to the Nursing program) of: 22 or higher in the Reading (OR) 18 or higher in English (waives English placement test) 22 or higher in Math (waives math placement test)
3. Have college-level classes with a “C” or better from an US regionally or nationally-accredited institution of:
an English class (waives English placement test) a math class within 5 yrs of applying to Nursing program (waives math placement test)
4. If you met requirements for the NCCCS (NC Community College System) GPA placement waiver through Multiple Measures (see next slide for more details)
What is the NCCCS (NC Community College System) GPA placement waiver through Multiple Measures?
If you graduated from a NC High School in the past 5 years you may be exempt from placement testing if you have the following:
Must have an unweighted GPA of 2.6 or higher out of 4.0 Must have 4 English classes Must have 4 Math classes including one of the following upper level Math classes:
Advanced Functions and Modeling Analytical Geometry Calculus AP Statistics Discrete Mathematics Integrated Mathematics IV Pre-Calculus Mindset Probability and Statistics Trigonometry
Placement testing
• If you need to take the placement test, we strongly recommend that you prepare before taking the test.– Make appointment to take the test on the testing webpage– http://www.waketech.edu/become-student/testing-center
• The WritePlacer Essay has a two hour time limit, and the remainder of the test is untimed. The average time to complete the entire test is 3 hours and 20 minutes. You are allowed four hours to complete the test. If you do not complete the test you will be able to schedule an additional appointment to return and complete the test.
• Be sure to review prior to testing. • No handheld calculators are allowed. A calculator is built into the test. • No children are allowed in the testing center.• You will receive your scores after completing the test. Bring those scores to the Perry
Health Science Campus and speak with an advisor.• If you have questions, you can contact the Testing office at 919-866-5461
Phase 1 is now complete• Once you have completed the Phase 1 requirements, you can
be accepted to Wake Tech as a pre-Nursing student.
• You will want to check with a Health Science advisor to make sure your application has been processed and you have been accepted.– Health Science Advisors are available M-F, 8am – 5pm, at
the Perry Health Science Campus, 2901 Holston Ln., Raleigh– Appointments are not required.– If you have questions, you can email us at
Phase 2 – Apply to the clinical NUR classes
• During Phase 2, you are trying to meet the minimum admission requirements so you can be considered eligible to apply for the NUR classes.
• First, you need to make sure to meet M.A.R.– There are 4 Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR)
• Reading, English, Math, and Chemistry
– These requirements may have already been met during Phase 1 of applying to the college
Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR)
• English Requirement– A college level English composition course from a U.S. regionally accredited
institution with a minimum grade of “C” – ENG 090 or DRE 098 with a minimum grade of “C” (within the past 5 years)– A minimum score on one of the following tests: Compass, Asset, Accuplacer, SAT
Verbal, or ACT English (within the past 5 years)– Meet NCCCS GPA placement waiver through Multiple Measures
• Reading Requirement– A college level English composition course from a U.S. regionally accredited
institution with a minimum grade of “C” – RED 090 or DRE 098 with a minimum grade of “C” (within the past 5 years)– A minimum score on one of the following tests: Compass, Asset, Accuplacer, SAT
Verbal, or ACT Reading (within the past 5 years)– Meet NCCCS GPA placement waiver through Multiple Measures
Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR) cont.
• Math Requirement (all requirements within the past 5 years of applying to both pre-Nursing and NUR clinical classes)– Accuplacer placement test shows mastered proficiency DMAs 10, 20, 30 & 40 – SAT scores, ACT scores, Asset or Compass placement test scores– Completion of DMAs 10-40 or MAT 070 with a grade of “P” or “C” or higher– Completion of a college-level math class with a grade of “C” or higher– Met NCCCS GPA placement waiver through Multiple Measures
• Chemistry Requirement – Completion of one-full unit of chemistry in high school with a “C” or better – CHM 090 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better– College chemistry class with a grade of “C” or better– Completion of chemistry tutorial (Must see health sciences advisor for referral)
Registering for classes
• Registration is conducted online via WebAdvisor. You may view a WebAdvisor online demonstration and text documentation on how to register at wainfo.waketech.edu. Click on the WebAdvisor tab at the top and then Current Students.
• For more information about registration policies, check out the Registration Information webpage.
New Student Orientation
• The New Student Orientation is free and has all the information you need for success at Wake Tech. Learn about student email, IDs, class registration, financial aid, parking, important college policies, and more!
• If this is the first time you have attended college, the New Student Orientation is mandatory
• To make a seated appointment or to view the online orientation, go to:– Orientation.waketech.edu
• Before registering for online classes at Wake Tech, new students (and those who have not completed an online course at Wake Tech in the past five years with a grade of C or better) must complete eLearning Intro.
• eLearning Intro is an interactive, online assessment that helps students determine their readiness for learning online and address deficiencies or potential difficulties before getting started.
• It is made up of three modules, all critical to successful online learning: (1) Basic Computer Skills, (2) Expectation Management, and (3) Blackboard Boot Camp
• You may take the eLearning Intro at any time in your Blackboard account! Don’t delay, take the eLearning Intro today.
Financial Aid• If you need to apply for Financial Aid before
taking classes, make sure to Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov
If you plan to enroll: Complete the FAFSA by: Submit paperwork by:Fall Semester May 1 June 1Spring Semester October 1 November 1Summer Term March 15 April 15
Registering for classesPre-curriculum classes
• Pre-curriculum classes are not listed on the Nursing curriculum• Example - DRE 097, DMS
• Students take pre-curriculum classes based on placement test scores• May or may not have to take• Meets Phase 2 requirements of completing the minimum
admission requirements
• Pre-curriculum classes are:• Offered day and evening• Taught at most of our campuses
• Usually not at Perry Health Science Campus or offered on-line• Have a Five year time limit for admissions
DMS vs DMA• DMA - Developmental Math Module
– Based on placement test scores– Must show mastery of DMAs 010-040– Students can complete at their own pace– Instruction takes place through interactive software combined with on-
demand, in-class instruction.
• DMS - Developmental Math Shells– This is what you register for– DMS 001 – 1 credit - 1 DMA in ½ a semester– DMS 002 – 2 credits -2 DMAs in ½ a semester– DMS 003 – 3 credits - 3 DMAs in a whole semester
• Or as many as you can complete
Registering for ClassesGeneral Education Classes
General Education classes are listed on the Nursing curriculum and include: PSY 150 – General Psychology PSY 241 – Developmental Psychology SOC 210 – Intro to Sociology*
Note – LPN-RN applicants will need BIO 155 for the 12/15/15 application ENG 111 – Writing and Inquiry ENG 112 – Writing and Research in the Disciplines Humanities/Fine Arts Elective – 3.0 semester credit hours (May choose from ART, DRA,
HUM, MUS, PHI or REL)
These classes are taught on all campuses and have on-line options.
If you are transferring them in from another college, there is no age limit for transfer credit.
Registering for classesScience classes
Science classes include:• BIO 168 – Anatomy and Physiology I (must have a lab component) • BIO 169 – Anatomy and Physiology II (must have a lab component)
• Note: BIO 165 & 166 will be acceptable for BIO 168 & 169, but both courses (BIO 165 and BIO 166) must be taken at the same college to receive credit.
• BIO 175 – General Microbiology (must have a lab component)• BIO 155 – Nutrition
– See next page re:BIO 155 change
• Biology classes must have been completed within: – 5 yrs of beginning NUR classes for AAS Degree Nursing– 10 yrs of beginning NUR classes for LPN-RN Advanced Placement option– If biology classes are older then the required time frames, you’ll have to retake the
classes.
• Offered day and some evenings and some on-line/hybrid options
*Update on BIO 155*• Effective with the Fall 2016 Nursing curriculum, BIO 155 has been removed and
replaced with SOC 210.– If you haven’t taken BIO 155 already, take SOC 210!– If you have already taken BIO 155, it will still be accepted through the start of NUR 111 of Spring
2018.
• For Fall 2018 NUR entry, BIO 155 will no longer be accepted.– If you apply Jan 31, 2018, for Fall 2018 NUR entry, you will NOT receive points for BIO 155. You
will only receive points for SOC 210.
• For LPN-RN applicants, BIO 155 is still required if you plan to start NUR classes in Summer 2016.– If you apply Dec 15, 2015 for the NUR classes, you will need BIO 155.– If you apply after Dec 15, 2015 for the NUR classes, you’ll need SOC 210; however, if you took
BIO 155, it will be accepted through Summer 2018.
General Education Classes
Prerequisite – required to have completed before taking the general education class
ENG 111, PSY 150, SOC 210 DRE 098 or ENG 090 and RED 090 or placement test scores
ENG 112 or 113 or 114 ENG 111
PSY 241 PSY 150
Humanities Elective Varies by course. Check requirements in WebAdvisor.
CHM 090 DRE 098 or ENG 090 and RED 090 and Math modules 10-40 orMAT 070 or placement test scores
BIO 168 DRE 098 or ENG 090 and RED 090 and CHM 090 or high school chemistry
BIO 169 BIO 168
BIO 175 or BIO 275 BIO 168 or BIO 110 or BIO 111 or BIO 163
When you register for classes, if you get a prerequisite error, it may be because you haven’t taken the prerequisite required. The following chart lists the required prerequisites.
Registering for classes• Registration dates are based on credit hours earned at Wake
Tech.– Check out the Registration Information web page for dates and times.
• Activate your Wake Tech account– My WakeTech– Student email
• Register through WebAdvisor.– If there are any errors, WRITE THEM down and contact us ASAP– 919-747-0402 or [email protected]
• Cannot guarantee full-time schedule.– Financial Aid covers half-time, ¾ time, and full-time
Classes you can NOT register for
• Clinical classes – the NUR classes– Can NOT take NUR classes
• Competitive admissions to take NUR classes• Only take 70-77 students in the Fall and in the Spring• Only take 10-12 students in Summer for LPN-ADN
– Taught at the Perry Health Science campus only– Expect a Full-time day schedule– Schedule is set and must be followed – Must maintain a “C” in all classes to progress
Registering for NUR classesThe following must be completed to be eligible to be considered to register for NUR classes:
• Submit a separate application for the Associate Degree Nursing Program or the LPN-ADN Program (with documentation of LPN work experience). • Note: A new Nursing application must be submitted for every deadline.
• Complete Phase 1– Wake Tech application submitted– All educational transcripts received– Meet all MAR proficiencies – reading, writing, math, and chemistry
• Beginning with the January 31, 2017 application, the math proficiency must be within 5 years of submitting the NUR clinical application.
• Completion of TEAS V Testing and/or have all official score reports from other locations sent to Wake Tech.
• Must be listed on the NCNAR registry and submit verification of 40 hours of NA I clinical or CNAI work experience form (attached to the Nursing Application for Admission.)• Not required for LPN-ADN Advanced Placement option applicants
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on any coursework earned at Wake Tech.
Clinical Application Deadlines
Nursing Program (Clinical) entry Clinical Application Deadline For NUR classes beginning Fall 2016 January 31, 2016. Points will be awarded for classes
completed through Fall 2015.
For NUR classes beginning Spring 2017 July 31, 2016. Points will be awarded for classes completed through Summer 2016.
Advanced Placement for LPNs Clinical Application DeadlineFor NUR classes beginning Summer 2016 December 15, 2015. Points will be awarded for
classes completed through Fall 2015.For NUR classes beginning Summer 2017 December 15, 2016. Points will be awarded for classes
completed through Fall 2016.
Competitive admission process
• Nursing is a limited enrollment program with a selective admission process based on a point system.
• We do not have a wait list. • Entry into the NUR classes is a competitive process.
There is no guarantee that you will be accepted into the NUR classes.
What is the Point System?
Grade ENG 111
ENG 112
PSY 150
PSY 241
HUM/ FA
elect
BIO 168
BIO 169 BIO 155/ SOC 210
BIO 175
A 12 12 24 24 12 32 32 24 24
B 9 9 18 18 9 24 24 18 18
C 6 6 12 12 6 12 12 12 12
D -5 -5 -10 -10 -5 -10 -10 -10 -10
F/WF -10 -10 -20 -20 -10 -20 -20 -20 -20
Points are awarded for courses taken at Wake Technical Community College or any U.S. regionally accredited institution that meets the transfer criteria established by the Associate Degree Nursing Department. Letter grades are not given to students who pass a challenge examination or earned credit through AP, CLEP or DANTES. Points will be awarded for courses that have been challenged with a grade of “B.”
“D”,“F”, “WF” policy
• Five (5) points will be subtracted from your total points for grades of “D” and ten (10) points for grades of “F” or “WF” received in any of the non-clinical courses within 5 years of the Nursing program entry. The points are doubled for the science classes (BIOs , PSYs, and SOC).
• Example:– ENG 111 in 2009 with “F” = 0 pts, more than 5 yrs– ENG 111 in 2014 with “F” = (-10 pts)– ENG 111 in 2015 with an “A” = 12 pts but there’s (-10 pts) from the 2014
ENG 111, so you have a total of two (2) pts
First grade earned policy• Applicants who apply December 15, 2015 (LPN-ADN applications) or January 31,
2016 (AAS degree Nursing), points will be assigned based on the first grade earned in the pre-nursing courses. – i.e. – if you took ENG 111 in 2013 and made a “C”, and you retook ENG 111 in 2014 and
made an “A”, your points will be based on the “C” – it was the first grade you earned taking that class.
• Starting with the July 31, 2016 application deadline, points will be awarded for classes that have been retaken. Points will be based on the most recent grade earned, even if the grade is lower than the initial grade. So retake classes wisely.– i.e. – if you took ENG 111 in 2013 and made a “B”, and then you retook ENG 111 in 2014 and
made a “C”, your points will be based on the “C” since this is the most recent grade you earned taking this class.
– If you retake a class, and make a “D”, “F”, or “WF”, you will receive negative points. i.e. – If you take BIO 168 in 2013 and make a “C”, you earn 16 points. If you retakeit in 2015 and make a “D”, you now have (-10), so you have a total of 6 points.
PSY and SOC points
• Effective with the January 31, 2018 NUR clinical applications for 2018 FA NUR entry, the points for PSY 150, PSY 241, and SOC 210 will no longer be doubled.
Transfer Coursework
• Official transcripts must be submitted to and reviewed by the College before any official transfer credit is officially awarded.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to check with Wake Tech prior to taking a pre-nursing course at another college to determine that equivalent transfer credit will be awarded.
Certified Nursing Assistant 1NOT required for LPN-ADN advanced placement option
You must be certified and on the NC NA Registry (http://ncnar.org) by the nursing application deadline. No exceptions!
In addition to being certified, you will also be required to show either (1) documentation of 40 hours of clinical experience from a CNA program OR (2) work (paid or volunteer) as a CNA 1 for a minimum of 40 hours.
If you want to take the class at Wake Tech, please visit nurseaide.waketech.edu to complete an online orientation and view current CNA requirements, schedules and costs. Not covered by Financial Aid.
Nursing Assistant changeNOT required for LPN-ADN advanced placement option
Effective with the January 31, 2017 NUR application, the CNA requirements will change to the following:
You must be certified and on the NC NA Registry (http://ncnar.org) by the nursing application deadline. No exceptions!
– If you complete a NA program, it must be a state-approved nurse-aide training program completed within the past 5 years.
– If you don’t complete the class, you must show that you have at least 200 hours of paid work experience with direct patient care within the past 5 years.
TEAS V – Test of Essential Academic Skills
As one of the Minimum Admission Requirements (MAR), Nursing applicants must take the TEAS 5.0 exam before the clinical application deadline. Students do not need to meet a minimum score to be accepted into the Nursing (NUR) program. However, based on the composite score, students can earn points to add to their overall ranking sheet.
• Composite Scores of 91% or above will earn 20 points• Composite Scores between 81%-90% will earn 12 points• Composite Scores between 71%-80% will earn 6 points.• Composite scores under 71% will earn no (0) points, but students can still submit
the clinical application because the only requirement is to take TEAS V by the clinical application deadline. There is no minimum score required to be able to submit your clinical application.
Please note for LPN-ADN applications submitted December 15, 2015, composite scores of 71% and better will earn 50 points. Beginning with the December 15, 2016 application, the points will change to the new TEAS point award as noted above.
Advanced Placement option for LPNs• If you are a current LPN wanting to enter our Nursing program, you have a
few additional requirements you will need to meet before submitting the NUR clinical application (deadline is Dec 15)– Must have current LPN from any state and LPN work experience within 5 years
of program entry.– Must complete the following classes no later than the spring semester
immediately prior to summer program entry:• BIO 168, BIO 169, BIO 155 and BIO 175, PSY 150, PSY 241 and ENG 111
– Courses completed through fall will be used for point award– Eff. with Dec 15, 2016 NUR clinical application, SOC 210 will replace BIO 155.
– Advanced placement LPN to NUR students begin classes in the Summer semester (starts in May)
Typically, 30-45 students apply each year and approximately 10-12 students are selected. Point ranges vary greatly year to year. All LPNs should make plans to meet individually with a health
science advisor to discuss options and academic planning.
You were accepted into the NUR clinical classes! Now what?
The following YouTube video is from a Fresno State nursing student describing her experience in a program similar to Wake Tech’s Nursing program.
Clinical Sites for Wake Tech Include:Wake Med
UNC HospitalsJohnston Health
Rex
Expenses and Sources of Funding The estimated cost for the entire program is approximately $14,000. This figure includes:• Pre-Admission Physical & immunizations
- Maintain a Current CPR - Health Care Provider - Maintain Current Immunizations
• Criminal Background Check • Drug Testing• Health Insurance• Tuition and Fees, including any necessary pre-nursing coursework• Textbooks and supplies• Uniforms and equipment
All students are encouraged to submit the FAFSA (http://fafsa.ed.gov) to see if they qualify for grants, loans, and work-study positions.
Let’s Recap…All of the following documents and information are required in order to be considered for full admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program:
1. Mandatory Nursing Information Session2. Current placement testing or other satisfactory proficiency for English, reading, math and chemistry 3. All Official High School or GED and College Transcripts4. CNA1 Certification with minimum 40 hours clinical/work experience OR be a LPN5. All official TEAS V test scores submitted 6. Minimum Wake Tech GPA of at least 2.0 (if any courses completed at Wake Tech)7. Associate Degree Nursing application indicating desired start term by the appropriate deadline.
Application is available on the nursing admission webpage, or can be picked up in the Student Services Center in HS2.
8. Have the highest points possible to improve your chance of obtaining admission to the clinical program. 1. There are approximately 70 students accepted in both Fall and Spring semester for AAS Degree
Nursing2. There are approximately 10-12 accepted in the Summer semester for LPN-ADN Advanced
Placement optionYou are responsible for fully completing the minimum admission requirements before
submitting your clinical nursing program application.
• Why do the advisors recommend that I take only one BIO class in a semester?– Many times, it is suggested that students register for only one biology class per semester. We suggest this
because biology classes can be difficult for many students. Our main goal is for each student to successfully complete the course. By success, we mean that students will achieve a good grade and comprehend the material to ensure future success with other biology courses and credentialing examinations.
• Can I complete the Nursing program on a part-time basis? How about a night program? – For the Nursing program, you can take the General Education and Science classes on a part-time basis.
Once a student begins the Clinical (NUR) classes, they must take all the courses (except the ones they have already taken) listed for each semester, which usually amounts to a full-time schedule. All NUR classes are offered only during the day.
• Can I work full-time while pursuing these programs?– Realistically, it is necessary for some, or even most, students to work while going to school. However, our
experience clearly indicates that the more hours a student works, the less successful they are likely to be in their coursework. For any student, being able to work full-time and make normal academic progress is doubtful. Students are welcome to apply for scholarships, grants, and loans through our Financial Aid department.
• If I transfer in courses from another college, will I be able to finish the program faster? – Since the courses must be taken in sequence and are offered on a limited basis, it is highly
unlikely that any previous coursework will reduce the length of time needed to complete any program.
– The Nursing classes will take 5 semesters to complete, regardless of transfer credit.
• How competitive is admission to the Nursing program? – That, of course, depends on the number of applications we receive for the program and
the amount of points each applicant has. This varies each and every semester. Nursing has, on average, at least 3 applicants for every clinical space available.
• When should I apply to the NUR clinical classes?– For students applying to the AAS Degree Nursing option, you are not required to complete
any of the General education and Science courses before applying to the nursing program. However, since the admission process into the NUR clinical classes is a competitive process, based on points earned by completing the General Education and Science classes, if you do not have any of the classes completed, you won’t be competitive for entry.
– On average, most competitive applicants complete at least 7 General Education and Science classes prior to applying.
– Remember for LPN-ADN, you must complete ENG 111, PSY 150, PSY 241, BIO 168, BIO 169, BIO 175, and BIO 155 before you enter the NUR classes in the summer.
• Am I guaranteed to be accepted into clinical classes?– Unfortunately, not everyone who applies will get accepted due to the number of applicants
versus spaces available. Remember, admissions is competitive and based on the grades you earned in those general education classes. So be prepared to do well in the classes and have a back-up plan or be prepared to wait another semester (while earning additional points).
Facts to Remember!
• You will first be admitted as a “Pre-Nursing” student. You will only be accepted to the full nursing program if you have:– Met all Minimum Admission Requirements– Completed NC CNA1 Certification, with 40 hours clinical experience or be a LPN– Taken the TEAS V – Submitted a clinical application– Have enough points to be a competitive applicant
• Please be aware that a Criminal Background Check, Drug testing, Physical exam, health insurance, and immunization records will be required once you are accepted for Nursing.
Upcoming ChangesFor your review. All changes were mentioned in the presentation.
Future Changes for Nursing Program Application date NUR entry date Allow students to retake classes if already completed with a “C” or higher. Points earned based on most recent class 7/31/16 Spring 2017 Math requirement has to be within 5 years of submitting NUR clinical application 1/31/2017 Fall 2017 Points for PSY 150, PSY 241, SOC 210 reduced from double points to single points 1/31/18 Fall 2018 Stop awarding points for BIO 155 1/31/18 Fall 2018 CNA requirements change to be a state-approved nurse-aide training program within the past 5 years
1/31/2017 Fall 2017
CNA requirement of work experience. Must be at least 200 hours of paid work experience with direct patient care within the past 5 years 1/31/2017 Fall 2017
What to do now?• Go to the “Nursing Information Session Test of Understanding”.
There are 10 questions to answer; you need 90% to receive credit.• Once you get the 90% or better, you’ll be able to print off a
Certificate. You need to provide Student Services at the Perry Health Science Campus with this Certificate to verify that you have completed this on-line Nursing Information Session.– Mail - 2901 Holston Ln., Raleigh, NC 27610– FAX – 919-250-4252– email – [email protected]
• For your Identifier:– Type in your first and last name– Type in your birth date
Have Questions? Contact us!Preferred Contact Method:
Need to Call? 919-747-0402/0106
Need to Meet in Person?Health Science advisors are available Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm HS2 Student Services Center2901 Holston Ln., Raleigh, NC 27610-2092Appointments are not required
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