1. ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM ADMISSION PROCESS Please take this opportunity to silence your phones.

2. ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE President and CEO:  Dr. Augusta Julian Vice President of Academic Affairs:  Dr. Dave Hellmich Dean of Academic Affairs:  Dr. Bonnie Nicholson Assistant Dean, Nursing Division:  Susan Hayes Program Coordinators, Associate Degree Nursing:  Lise Roemmele, Cooper Campus  Dixie Webb, Lawrenceburg Campuses

3. ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING MISSION STATEMENT In support of the BCTC mission of providing quality education and learning, the mission of the Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares program graduates to pass the National Council Licensure Examination to become registered nurses. The program curriculum combines general education and nursing education and is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The program faculty support lifelong learning and workforce development through faculty efforts in continuing education and community service.

4. ADN ADMISSION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Effective for Fall 2012: New Nursing Curriculum – new prefixes and change of order of co-requisite courses Nursing Assistant course must be taken within one (1) year of beginning the Nursing Program or active status on the Medicaid Nurse Aide Registry All applicants must take the PAX-RN NLN Exam within three (3) years of beginning the Nursing program

5. PRE-REQUISITE TO THE ADN PROGRAM CPR for the healthcare provider Successful completion of a nursing assistant course within one year of beginning the nursing program ( community course or a KCTCS course) or Active Status on the Nurse Aide Registry Computer Literacy course

6. COMPUTER LITERACY EXAM FOR CREDIT All Barnes and Noble bookstores sell vouchers for the IC3 FastTrack exam ($19.95). The voucher must be purchased prior to scheduling a time to take the exam at a campus testing center. BCTC operates an Assessment and Testing Center on the Leestown campus. For more information: http://legacy.bluegrass.kctcs.edu/workforce/assessmentandtest ing.php. http://legacy.bluegrass.kctcs.edu/workforce/assessmentandtest ing.php To schedule a time to take the IC³ FastTrack exam call: Workforce Assessment & Testing: 859-246-6669 (or) Sandra Muncy, Assessment/Testing Assistant: 859-246-6613

7. CURRICULUM -- FIRST YEAR Summer Mathematics* 3 (MA 111,MAT 150 or higher) PSY 110 3 BIO 137* 4 * Letter grade of “C” is required for all nursing courses, biology, and math courses.

8. FIRST YEAR- FALL NSG 101 (Nursing I) 9 BIO 139** 4 PSY 223** 3 **Credits earned in biology and psychology courses that are 6 years or older must be updated.

9. FIRST YEAR- SPRING SEMESTER NSG 2106 NSG 2123 NSG 2151 ENG 1013 COMMUNICATION3 (COM 181, 252, 281)

10. SECOND YEAR- FALL SEMESTER NSG 220 6 NSG 211 3 BIO 225** 4 ENG 102* 3 **Credits earned in biology courses that are 6 years or older must be updated *ENG 102 Haggerty – APA focus

11. SECOND YEAR- SPRING SEMESTER NSG 2306 NSG 2133 NSG 225 1 Heritage/Humanities/ Language 3

12. PREFERENCE CATEGORIES Bachelors Degree Associate Degree Credit Hours > 30 hours Credit Hours> 15 hours GPA NLN PAX-RN Verbal score NLN PAX-RN Comprehensive score

13. TECHNICAL STANDARDS Visual acuity Auditory perception Gross and fine motor coordination Communication skills Intellectual and emotional function

14. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROGRAM Immunizations: Hepatitis B series Tdap Flu vaccine MMR (2) Varicella TB screening CPR (Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer) Nurse Assistant Class (current within 1 year) Criminal Background Check Crime Conviction Form signature

15. PAX-RN NLN TESTING Test Registration Instructions Go to www.registerblast.com/bluegrass/Examwww.registerblast.com/bluegrass/Exam Click “How to Register” for instructions Online technical support is available through the following e-mail links: dpittman@prepblast.com ; Info@registerblast.com; and support@registerblast.comdpittman@prepblast.comInfo@registerblast.com support@registerblast.com Registration closes 2 weeks prior to the test date for most tests (5 weeks for NOCTI end-of-program paper tests) Seats are limited, so register early Refunds are not issued Carefully read student acknowledgements Print, read and bring confirmation e-mail to test

16. FAQ How long does it take to complete the ADN program? Five semesters Can I finish quicker if I take more nursing courses per semester? No. Each nursing course must be taken prior to or concurrent with the semester sequence in which you are enrolled. What grade do I need to make to pass a nursing course? “C” = 77% Do you accept nursing courses from other nursing programs? If you have taken courses in another program, you must make an appointment with the Program Coordinator to review your transcript. How many days per week do I need to be on campus? Four days What degree will I graduate with when I complete the program? Associate in Applied Science- Nursing

17. FAQ CONTINUE Where will I be able to work? Hospitals, long term care facilities, clinics, home health How many students does the program admit? 90 at Cooper campus and 40 at Lawrenceburg campus Can I work while I am in nursing school? Yes, but it is not recommend to exceed 20 hours per week. Where do we go to do clinicals? Kentucky One Health, University of KY, Baptist Health Lexington, VA Medical Center

18. FAQ (continue) What is the difference between a BSN nurse and ADN nurse? There are three tracks to become a RN, BSN, ADN, Diploma. All three programs, graduates sit for the NCLEX exam and will become licensed as a RN What does the job market look like for RN’s in the Bluegrass area? In the past three years, 90% of our graduates were working as RN’s by six months post graduation. Can I take some nursing courses prior to be accepted into the program? No, you must be first accepted into the program before you can take any nursing courses. We encourage you to take the co-requisites prior to starting the program.

19. FAQ (continue) Can I take any courses on-line? Currently we do not have a long-distance program. Only the pharmacology courses will be done online. Can I apply to the program before taking the pre-requisites courses? Yes you can. You will be admitted on the contingency that the pre- requisites will be completed prior to starting the program. How much does the nursing program cost? Not including tuition, approximately $1300.00. In addition you will be required to purchase a wireless device, a standardized test, NCLEX prep resources, and a skills pack each semester.