RN to BSN Program - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

1 / 22
About This Presentation
Title:

RN to BSN Program

Description:

... a semester) with your instructor and classmates in a face to face (F2F) ... family obligations yet a personal connection to your instructor and classmates. ... – PowerPoint PPT presentation

Number of Views:605
Avg rating:3.0/5.0
Slides: 23
Provided by: informat919
Category:

less

Transcript and Presenter's Notes

Title: RN to BSN Program


1
RN to BSN Program
  • Ashland University

2
Frequently Asked Questions
  • On the following slides, many of the frequently
    asked questions of prospective BSN students are
    addressed. If you have a concern that has not
    been addressed, please e-mail us at
    nursing_at_ashland.edu and your question(s) will be
    addressed!

3
Whats the first thing I should do?
  • The fact that you are reading this is a great
    first step! You are learning about the various
    BSN program options that are available to you.
  • The next step is to request that all
    college/nursing school transcripts be sent to the
    schools that you are interested in.

4
Why do you need my transcripts?
  • Your transcripts are used to see what previous
    course work transfers and what requirements you
    have yet to complete.
  • Many of your pre-requisite BSN courses have been
    met with your RN program requirements.
  • Ashland University has a liberal transfer credit
    policy, giving you maximum credit for courses
    completed with a grade of C- or better.

5
What happens next?
  • Once all of your transcripts are received, you
    will receive an unofficial advisement of what
    courses are needed to complete the BSN degree at
    Ashland University.
  • This is a good time to compare costs number of
    classes needed at various BSN programs you are
    considering.

6
Is there anything else I have to do?
  • At some point, you will need to apply to and be
    accepted to the BSN program.
  • At Ashland University, there is no application
    fee and the process can be completed on-line.
  • When you are accepted into the program, you are
    accepted into the university.

7
Which courses do I start with?
  • Students have differing opinions on this one.
    Assuming that the required pre-requisite courses
    are mostly met, you have a couple options
  • Start with the entry-level BSN nursing course(s)
  • Take required, non-nursing course(s)
  • Take a combination

8
Which option is best for me?
  • Everyone is different and we will guide you in
    this decision-making process. Some things to
    consider
  • How long has it been since you last attended
    school?
  • When will a particular course next be available?
  • How many courses can you handle and/or afford
    each semester?
  • Do you plan to take summer courses?

9
What do most students do?
  • A majority of the students beginning the program
    start with one or two nursing classes.
  • Others wish to complete all of their required
    non-nursing classes before starting the nursing
    sequence.
  • Its entirely up to you!

10
If I only take one class at a time, will I get
behind or have to sit out for a while?
  • No! We have structured our nursing courses so
    that you can take one or two nursing courses per
    semester and progress at your own pace.
  • You can also take some required non-nursing
    classes if the nursing class you want isnt
    offered a particular semester.

11
How long is it going to take me to finish?
  • That depends on a couple factors how many
    classes you take each semester and how many
    non-nursing classes you need to complete the
    degree requirements.
  • The nursing sequence can be completed in four
    semesters.

12
How much will it cost me?
  • Many students qualify for financial aid and there
    are also nursing scholarships you can apply for.
  • Ashland University currently offers a reduced
    tuition of 419/credit hour (2007-2008 academic
    year) to our BSN students.
  • Remember that total costs (cost per credit hour x
    total number of credit hours needed for the
    degree) should be calculated to compare BSN
    programs. You may be surprised to find out that
    many of the programs end up costing more than AU
    because fewer courses are accepted for transfer!

13
What makes Ashland Universitys program unique?
  • First and foremost is the facultys commitment to
    your academic success and AUs emphasis on
    accent on the individual.
  • The BSN program was also uniquely designed to
    meet the demands of working professionals through
    use of web-based courses.

14
What is a web-based course?
  • That can mean a lot of different things for
    different programs. At AU, web-based means that
    much of the work is completed online on your own
    schedule. However, unlike fully online courses,
    you will meet occasionally (2-4 times a semester)
    with your instructor and classmates in a face to
    face (F2F) classroom setting.
  • We feel this gives you the best of both worlds!
    Freedom and flexibility to work around your job
    and family obligations yet a personal connection
    to your instructor and classmates. Our students
    truly enjoy their F2F experiences!

15
Will these courses repeat what Ive already had?
  • No! We respect that you are already working in
    the field and the courses are designed to build
    upon that prior knowledge and experience.

16
What courses will I take?
  • Required Non-Nursing Courses
  • Equivalent courses may be transferable from basic
    nursing program or prior education.
  • Anatomy Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Speech
  • Composition I II
  • General Chemistry
  • Philosophy/Ethics
  • Introduction to Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Statistics
  • Advanced Human Biology
  • Humanities
  • Religion
  • Aesthetics (2)
  • Historical Reasoning

17
What nursing courses will I take?
  • NUR 302 Theoretical Bases
  • NUR 303 Individual Health
  • NUR 309 International/Transcultural Perspectives
  • NUR 360 Research
  • NUR 405 Health Care Systems
  • NUR 408 Legal/Ethical/Political Perspectives
  • NUR 414 Community and Public Health
  • NUR 307 (Electives) Disaster Nursing or
    Educational Strategies for Nurses
  • Proficiency test available
  • Clinical component included

18
Do I have to travel to Ashland for class?
  • We are pleased to be able to offer classes at
    several regional locations that include Ashland
    University, Stark State College (Canton) and
    Ashland-Medina Center (Medina.)
  • We will also explore other options for F2F
    meetings such as web-conferencing if travel to
    one of our current locations is excessive.

19
Why do I have to take those other, non-nursing
courses?
  • The BSN degree is considered a liberal arts
    degree that offers you a sampling of courses and
    opportunities that a well-rounded student needs.
  • The BSN degree at AU will also uniquely prepare
    you to pursue graduate studies if you so desire.

20
Can I get more information?
  • You can continue to explore the BSN website at
    www.ashland.edu/nursing
  • Contact us at nursing_at_ashland.edu
  • Call us at 419-289-5244 or 1-800-882-1548,
    ext. 5244
  • Visit us at 236 Andrews Hall, Ashland University

21
When can I get started?
  • Theres no time like the present!
  • You can begin any semester. (Summer nursing
    electives or non-nursing classes are also
    offered.)
  • We can also assist you to develop an academic
    plan to prepare you for starting the BSN program
    in the future, even if you are still working on
    your RN!

22
Contact Information
  • If you would like to continue to receive updates
    and information about the BSN program, please
    complete the request information form at
    www.ashland.edu/nursing or send your contact
    information to nursing_at_ashland.edu and we will
    include you on our mailing list.
Write a Comment
User Comments (0)
About PowerShow.com