Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing Program Information Session

1. Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing Program Information Session Revised: 2/1/2018

2. Two types of Admission • Full-time - Begins in August or January • Advanced placement for Nursing Transfer. This is for the student who is transferring in from another nursing program. Student must be in good standing at her/his original program. Types of Nursing Program Admission

3. Application Requirements - Overview • 1. Health Science Career Studies Certificate now incorporates what was the Pre-Nursing Career Studies Certificate • Declare Health Science I CSC as your plan of study. Program Code 221-190-01.*Note: Only those later accepted into the Nursing program will be adding the AAS Nursing program code (156) to your SIS account. • The 11 credits of prerequisite general education courses linked to the AAS Nursing program are included in the Health Science I Career Studies Certificate. A grade of C or better is required for these courses, but a curricular GPA of 2.5 is required to qualify for application review.

4. Application Requirements – Overview cont. • 2. If transferring non-nursing/general education courses: • Transcripts are evaluated for curricular students only. AAS Nursing does not evaluate general education courses for transfer. • Send official high school and college transcripts to Central Admissions and Records Office, PO Box 85622, Richmond, VA 23285-5622. • Official transcripts from other Virginia Community College System (VCCS) institutions are not required, but the “Request for an Evaluation of a VCCS Transcript” form (JSRCC Form #11-0036) must be submitted to Central Admissions and Records for evaluation. • A.P. Test scores from high school will be considered for college level course credit. Student must submit this information to Central Admissions & Records.

5. Application Requirements - Testing Math Completion or Placement Test (VPT) Placement results/completion of MTE 5 or higher, or completion of college Algebra or higher Placement test scores are valid for only five (5) years See Criteria for waiver in the college catalog College English Placement Test (VPT) Testing out of of ENG 111 is an option, or presentation of A.P. scores achieving the equivalent Scores are valid for five (5) years Complete any courses required based on results See criteria for waiver in the college catalog

6. Application process General education courses required forNursing program applicants SDV-100 or 101College Success (1) BIO- 141A & P I* (4) PSY-230 Developmental (3) Psychology ENG – 111 English (3) TOTAL: 11 credits

7. Application process • Complete pre-requisite courses with a grade of “C” or higher, and all other admission requirements prior to applying to the program. • Refer to the minimum required Kaplan scores. Below minimum scores are an automatic disqualification. It is therefore important to identify before submitting the application. Do not submit an application with Kaplan scores that fall below minimum requirements. • The required curricular G.P.A. of 2.5 or above is calculated using grades from SDV 100, BIO 141, ENG 111 and PSY 230 (11 credits). For any courses repeated, the most recent attempt is included in this calculation. G.P.A. will not be rounded off. • All official transcripts from other accredited schools including high school must be sent to Central Admissions and Records prior to application review. • Note: For credits transferred from colleges outside of the VCCS, unofficial copies of transcripts are required, for submission with the application.

8. Application process • Application Deadlines • Fall Deadline – 3rd Monday in May • Spring Deadline – 3rd Monday in August • Applications are electronically submitted • To efficiently accommodate the volume of applications, all applicants must scan the completed portfolio and email to: alliedhealthadmissions@reynolds.edu • Confirmation of receipt is provided for all applicants, once the application has been opened by the Admissions Specialist.

9. Application process: Summary If a transcript is submitted for transfer credit review, please keep in mind that the process can up to 4 weeks. It is therefore important to submit those ahead of the application due date. Please also remember the following: Select program plan – Health Science I – Plan #221-190-01, before submitting official transcripts. Submit official transcripts from schools that are outside of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), to the Office of Central Admissions and Records. For credits coming from VCCS schools, submit Form #11-0036 (Request for Evaluation of a VCCS Transcript). Reynolds transcripts are not needed. All pre-requisites must be completed prior to applying to the Nursing program. Pending classes will not be negotiated, even if being completed during the application review process. Curricular GPAs below the minimum of 2.5 will not be rounded up. You must achieve at least the minimum. **In some cases, applying to the Nursing program may take a semester longer than expected. Please plan accordingly.

10. Application Requirements - Testing • Kaplan Nursing Admission Test • Only 2 attempts allowed, in a two (2) year period • Scores are valid for only two (2) years • The Kaplan Test Review book is available for purchase in the bookstore. It provides only general guidance, and does not serve as the complete guide. Study accordingly • See the attached “Study Guide” on the Nursing website’s “Information Session” tab • Scores below the minimums in any area, will not be accepted, and will result in automatic denial of the nursing application. No exceptions are made. • Minimum Kaplan scores accepted: • Reading: 73% • Math: 75% • Science: 55% • Writing: 52%

11. How many times can I take the Kaplan test? Twice within a 2 year time period. How long are Kaplan scores good for? Only2 years If I take the Kaplan test twice, do you take the higher scores from each test attempt? No. Assessment can only be made from the highest individual test attempt, for proper and fair ranking. Scores will not be combined. Where can I take the Kaplan test? The Kaplan Test is available through the college Testing Center. There is no cost. Please see the college website for Testing Center hours. Notes: If you qualify for accommodations, a letter must be submitted to the AAS Nursing program prior to testing. Following Kaplan Company and Testing Center guidelines, no bathroom break is permitted during the test. Kaplan Questions?

12. Application Requirements - Testing Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) • Completion of the TOEFL iBT with a standard score of 84 or above and a minimum speaking score of 26 is required for ALL non-native English speakers. Completion of ENG 111 does not satisfy this requirement. • These scores are based on recommendations from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing for the level of English proficiency required to perform entry-level nursing safely and effectively. • Any nonnative English speakers who do not take the TOEFL iBT and are determined to be unable to understand and speak English at the required proficiency will be dismissed from the nursing program. • TOEFL iBT scores are valid for up to two years.

13. *ESTIMATED PROGRAM COSTS (*These are only approximate figures, and are subject to change)

14. Estimated Program Costs cont. Apply for Financial Aid (loans and grants)

15. Kaplan Ranking and Selection • Program seats = 70 to 80, or as determined by administration • Applications are ranked based on weighted Kaplan Admission scores • Reading score x 30% • Math score x 30% • Science score x 30% • Writing score x 10%

16. Congratulations!You were accepted

17. Planning your time The first semester in the AAS Nursing curriculum includes:NSG 100 = 4 creditsNSG 106 = 2 creditsNSG 130 = 1 creditNSG 200 = 3 creditsBIO 142 = 4 creditsSome courses have lab time linked to the theory. Identify class, lab, clinical, and study time. (see curriculum slides)

18. Planning Your Time = 1st Semester Classes = 7 hours / week Nursing labs = 6 hours / week Clinical = 7 hours / week Study time = 30 hours / week TOTAL Time = 50 hours / week Do you work? (add more time) Do you want to sleep? Other commitments?

19. When Admitted: Document Manager About You • Pre-Entrance Health Requirement • Students must be free of any physical or mental condition that might adversely affect patient safety and performance as a student nurse • Validation of freedom from tuberculosis is required annually (2 step PPD or T spot) • Titers for the following: MMR; Varicella and Hepatitis B • Background Check and Drug Screening • Background check and drug screening is required as you begin the nursing curriculum, and may be required randomly throughout the program • Other documents • Driver’s license, Social Security Card or Green Card, CPR, etc. • Inability to complete the clinical portion of any nursing course will result in a failing grade for that course

20. Curriculum – Full-time Student Total Minimum Credits for AAS Degree in Nursing = 64 credits Required pre-requisite classes must be completed before applying. Other general education classes can be taken concurrently.

21. Curriculum – AAS Nursing Students Pre-Requisites – Required for Application

22. Curriculum SEMESTER I

23. Curriculum SEMESTER II

24. Curriculum SEMESTER III

25. Curriculum SEMESTER IV 2A list of approved humanities electives (humanities/fine arts) is provided in the college catalog under Curriculum Planning and Design

26. Curriculum note Reynolds Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing Program Transfer Longevity for General Education Courses

27. Curriculum note Transfer Longevity General Education Courses (continued)

28. Curriculum – Transfer Students Transfer students from another nursing program to the Reynolds Nursing program complete the following: • Required pre-admission testing with minimum scores • Enroll as a student at the college • Provide official transcripts • Contact the Nursing Faculty Transfer Specialist • Must be in “good” standing at original nursing program

29. Learning Environment • If you were to observe a flipped classroom, what do you think would it look like? • Students working in groups • Groups working on different problems • The instructor walking around to each group checking progress and students asking questions • Noisy • Students using various • technologies and/or • workbooks

30. Notes • The college cannot guarantee every student uninterrupted courses and clinical as outlined. Results of this may include: • Postponement of course offerings • Changes in sequence and location of courses or clinical • Changes in content of instructor for courses after beginning instruction 2. If an applicant defers acceptance for an entry level class they must re-apply 3. A student may withdraw from a nursing course, but each student has only two (2) attempts to complete a nursing course 4. A student receiving less than a C in two (2) nursing courses, or not passing in two (2) attempts are unable to continue in the program (80% = C)

31. Are you receiving financial aid? Students receiving financial aid must fully understand obligations attached to the aid.1. Many require a minimum of 6 credits/semester. Monitor this closely.2. You cannot select a general education course if it is not identified your Program Code.3. You must monitor your My Reynolds account for messages from Financial Aid. Check weekly.4. If you are dropped from a nursing course because you did not adhere to any aid requirements, you will notbe re-enrolled.

32. Planning for courses • Watch for “holds” on your account. Holds will prevent pre-nursing students from registering for courses until they meet with an Advisor or pay a financial obligation. • If accepted into the AAS Nursing program you will be expected to attend mandatory new student orientation sessions before the start of the NSG courses. Dates will be included in the acceptance letter.

33. Timeline: • Application deadline: (Unless otherwise established) 3rd Monday in May (for fall) or 3rd Monday in August (for spring). • Notification goal: approximately 4-6 weeks after deadline closed • Student response deadline: 10 days after letters are emailed • New Student Orientation: Mandatory; Date to be identified in the acceptance letter. (Early July and Early October) • Accepted students will receive directions related to registering for NSG 100, NSG 106, NSG 130, and NSG 200, and if needed BIO 142.

34. Do I need CPR certification when I enter the program? American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Professionals is mandatory. We are not able to accept American Red Cross, or any other CPR program.

35. Questions? • Where are the clinical locations and how far will I have to travel? • The Nursing Program utilizes a variety of hospitals and mental health facilities throughout the Richmond Metropolitan area. Many of the agencies are not on bus routes. Students are responsible for transportation to an assigned clinical agency, or learning experience. • What is the passing grade for a nursing course? • Student must achieve a minimum grade of 79.5 to earn a C. • C = 80 – 83 B = 84 – 91 A = 92 – 100 • Once accepted, what minimumGPA do I have to maintain? • All nursing students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of >2.0 to progress once in the AAS Nursing program.

36. Do math placement tests transfer from other VCCS schools?Yes Are the general education courses identified in the curriculum taken at another VCCS school accepted at JSRCC? Yes. However, to graduate from Reynolds at least 25% of credit hours earned must be at Reynolds. Complete transfer form 11-0036 for transferring from other VCCS schools. Do you accept TEAS test scores? No. The Kaplan pre-admission test is free and required for everyone. Note that a TEAS science score of 75% can serve as the pre-requisite for BIO-141.