Laredo Community College ASSOCIATE DEGREE TRANSITION TRACK (R.N.) ON-LINE NURSING PROGRAM

Why Online?

When are the courses given? Can be taken at anytime. Classes can be taken 24/7. Where there is Computer Access.

WILL EVERYTHING BE ONLINE? Course Work Syllabus Learning Modules Grades Assignments Discussions Reviews/CHAT Room CLINICALS on Weekends ONLY the unit exams and the final exam need to be scheduled on campus. LCC Policy Maintain the integrity of the exams.

Who can apply? New program: Starts January 2008…NOW Time Frame: *JANUARY 2008 – December 2008 Available To: *Licensed Vocational Nurses *Licensed Paramedics Follows Requirements: The TRANSITION TRACK NURSING PROGRAM

Must Have All Pre-requisites English 1301 Composition I PSYC 2301 General Psychology BIOL 2401 Human Anatomy & Physiology I BIOL 2402 Human Anatomy & Physiology II BIOL 2421 Microbiology PSYC 2314 Life Span Growth & Development COSC 1300 Introduction to Computing RNSG 1113 Introduction to the Profession of Nursing ***All of the above courses must have a grade of C or better.

Admission Criteria Must be Met Laredo Community College admission criteria must be met as outlined in the college catalog. Be a graduate from a Vocational Nursing Program accredited by a State Nursing Board and be a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas or graduate from an accredited EMS Paramedic Program and be certified or licensed as a Paramedic in the State of Texas. Complete Assessment Test requirements and/or successfully complete required remedial courses and/or be college ready.

Admission Criteria Must Be Met Have an LCC cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or greater and have completed program re-requisite courses with a grade of C or better. Admission for a student who has attend LCC in addition to other academic institutions will be based on the most recent academic institution attended in which the student has earned a minimum of 12 credit hours. The cumulative grade point average must be 2.5 or greater. Admission for a student who has not previously attended LCC will be based on the most recent academic institution attended in which the student has earned a minimum of 12 credit hours. The cumulative grade point average must be 2.5 or greater and program pre-requisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.

Scholastic Probation The student on scholastic probation or who has a cumulative GPA of less then 2.5 will not be considered for admission to the Transition Track

Steps In the Admission Process The Nursing Admissions Committee will review and rank completed applications using the following criteria: GPA of the pre-requisite courses listed above. Pre-Entrance Exam Scores. If the applicants are ranked equally, they will be further ranked by the highest cumulative GPA.

Pre-Entrance Exam Applicants will take a Pre-Entrance Exam (cost may vary). A maximum of 2 attempts is allowed for successful completion of the Pre-Entrance Exam. After successful completion of the Pre-Entrance Exam the highest ranked applicants will be selected. Applicants will be notified in writing regarding his/her admission status. The applicant who is not selected for admission to the program must submit a new application during the next application period. Admission is based on based on space availability.

Applying for Admission If not presently enrolled at Laredo Community College, must complete application on-line at www.laredo.edu. If presently enrolled at Laredo Community College, submit the following forms to the associate Degree Nursing Department Coordinator, Lopez Nursing Building Room # 126. Associate Degree Nursing Program Application Reference Form Criminal National Background check

Applying for Admission All required forms must be completed and received by Laredo Community College by: Thursday—November 1, 2007

Step #2 In the Admission Process Immunizations—documentation must be provided for the following: TB skin test (annually) or Chest X-ray at providers’ discretion. One dose of Measles, Mumps Rubella (MMR) Students born on or after January 1, 1957, must show acceptable evidence of vaccination of two does of measles-containing vaccine administered since January 1, 1968. One dose of Tetanus-Diphtheria Toxoid (Td) every ten years. Complete the Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccine series prior to direct patient contact. Serologic confirmation or immunity to the hepatitis B virus is acceptable. Two doses of varicella (chickenpox). Also acceptable: Student received first dose prior to 13 years of age Laboratory report indicating varicella immunity or Parent/physician validated history of varicella disease (chickenpox)

Step #2 In the Admission Process These vaccines are available at the LCC Health Services Department. Shipment is approximately two weeks after vaccines are ordered and paid for by the student. For more information call 721-5189 (LCC Health Services).

Step # 3 In the Admission Process Submit verification of physical examination by a U.S. physician or nurse practitioner. Submit evidence of negative drug screen. Submit evidence of current basic CPR certification for health professionals.

Step # 4 In the Admission Process Purchase student liability insurance annually (premium rates applicable to current academic year and paid through tuition and fees every Fall). Purchase nursing uniforms and necessary accessories (rates applicable to current academic year). Pay additional fees for standardized nursing examinations and NCLEX-RN review workshop (Cost may vary).

Step # 5 In the Admission Process Maintain cumulative GPA of 2.5 at Laredo Community College in order to remain enrolled And to graduate from the Associate Degree Nursing Program

Questions??? Pre-requisites Pre-entrance exam Immunizations CPR TB skin test

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