Associate of Science in Nursing - Traditional Option (NA73)  Degree

*For more detailed program information, please refer to the Catalog & Handbook at: https://catalog.southeasterntech.edu/.

Entrance Requirements

• Prospective students seeking admission into the Associate of Science in Nursing Program will initially enroll in the Healthcare Management (HCM) Degree or Healthcare Professional Certificate - Associate of Science in Nursing option. Students will submit an application for the nursing program, before the appropriate deadline as noted on the checklist below. The Program-specific application can be obtained from the admissions office.
• Please be aware that some clinical sites mandate the COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with CMS guidelines.
• Submit a completed application & application fee;
• Be at least 18 years of age (at the time the student begins the program (RNSG courses);
• Submit an official copy of your high school transcript or high school equivalent scores;
• Submit official college transcripts, if applicable; • All prerequisite courses (courses without an RNSG prefix) must be successfully completed with a grade of “C” or better.
• The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score is utilized in the nursing entry process. An adjusted individual total score of 66% or greater on the TEAS is required to be considered for admission into the ASN Program. It is recommended students complete MATH 1111, BIOL 2113/2113L, BIOL2114/2114L and ENGL 1011 prior to taking the TEAS exam. Study materials for the TEAS exam are available through Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) at www.ATItesting.com. It is the student's responsibility to contact the admissions office to schedule a time for testing. The TEAS testing dates and instructions for scheduling can be found at https://www.southeasterntech.edu/events/.
• The student will be allowed three (3) attempts to score the required adjusted individual score of 66% or greater on the TEAS exam. The student is responsible for securing appropriate TEAS exam study resources. It is recommended the student wait a minimum of 30 days between each attempt. In the event that there is one seat available and students possess the same grade point average (GPA), then the TEAS score will be used as the tiebreaker.
• The attempts will apply to the admission criteria of both the practical nursing diploma and associate degree nursing programs. Therefore, the student is allowed three (3) total exam attempts regardless of program choice.
• TEAS scores will be valid for three (3) calendar years and must not be expired by the deadline for admission for Fall cohorts.
• The student’s GPA will be calculated based on the grade earned in all pre-requisite courses required for the nursing curriculum (ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, PSYC 1101, ENGL 2130, GEN ED ELECTIVE, BIOL 2113/2113L and BIOL 2114/2114L); this will include transfer and repeated classes (taken within the last five (5) years/60 months). COLL 1040 and ALMA 1000 are not used in the calculation for competitive admission; however, these courses must be completed with at least a “C” before the student can begin RNSG courses; failure to do so will result in the student forfeiting their seat. Students should take COLL 1040 the first semester enrolled at the college.
• The higher a student’s GPA, the higher the student will rank in the competitive portion of the admission process. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required to qualify.
• BIOL 2113/2113L, BIOL 2114/2114L should be completed within the last five years.
• An ASN Program cohort is accepted each Fall semester. Up to 10% of the total admission cohort may include readmit applicants. If a cohort is not full, additional readmission students may be accepted. 31
• Application Deadline for Fall cohorts is the 1st Thursday of March. All other supporting documentation deadline for admission of Fall cohorts is the 1st Thursday of May. Transfer students should reach out to the Admissions office to ensure that all documentation is received by the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted. Transfer students should also ensure they are registered for COLL 1040 and ALMA 1000 prior to the start of Summer semester.

Click here to download the Nursing Application.

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Program Progression and Readmission

Progression

In order to continue in the nursing Program, the student must:

• Maintain a grade of C or better in all RNSG courses.
• Achieve a passing score (100%) on the required calculation exams (may take the calculation exam a maximum of three (3) attempts).
• Be accepted by clinical agencies for clinical experiences.
• Demonstrate safe practice in care of clients and exercise appropriate judgment as beginning-level practitioners.
• Maintain compliance with technical standards, clinical site acceptance and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Satisfy drug screen, background check, and immunization requirements. A student who has an unsuccessful attempt in an ASN course (W, D, or F) cannot progress. Withdrawal and/or a D or F in one or more nursing courses (RNSG) is considered one unsuccessful attempt, including attempts at outside colleges.

Readmission to the Nursing Program

Based on space availability, readmission may be considered for the following:

1. Students who withdraw.
2. Students who fail to complete a course with a grade of C or better.
3. Students can only be readmitted ONCE.

Any student requesting readmission must reapply to the Office of Admissions by the deadline noted on the website.

The student must submit the program’s required documents to verify proof of a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification, immunizations, criminal background check, and drug screen. Criminal background check and drug screen must be up to date and meet clinical site requirements.

Students applying for re-entry beyond the first semester of RNSG courses must take:

• Course challenge exam(s) on all course content prior to the course of readmission
• Calculation exam, and
• Clinical competency evaluation (Student will complete Department of Nursing Skills Checklist)

Students applying beyond the first semester must request reinstatement within one year from the term of withdrawal or failure.

Students must score 80 or better on the challenge exams and score 100 on the calculation exam. Students will progress through the challenge exams in the same order as the program. For instance (and depending on pathway), students who wish to enroll beyond the second semester will take challenge exams for RNSG 1019B, 1018/1018B, 1005, first semester calculation exam and clinical competency before progressing to second semester exams. Students are allowed one attempt for course challenge exam(s), calculation exam and clinical 35 competency evaluation skills. The challenge exam(s), calculation exam and clinical competency evaluation will be completed the semester prior to the semester the student is seeking readmission.

Readmission to the nursing program is not guaranteed. Selection for reinstatement is based on the student’s GPA at the current institution and space availability. Reinstatement may be denied due to, but not limited to, any of the following circumstances:

• Grade point average is less than 2.0 from RNSG courses completed at the current institution,
• Refusal by clinical agencies to accept the student for clinical experiences,
• Twelve months have elapsed since the student was enrolled in a nursing course, and
• Students dismissed from the previous program for disciplinary reasons and/or unsafe/unsatisfactory client care in the clinical area will not be allowed readmission to the nursing program.

In the event more than one student meets the requirements for re-admission beyond the first semester of RNSG courses, the following criteria will be utilized to determine the best candidate for re-admission:

• TEAS test scores will count 20%
• Course challenge exams(s) scores will be averaged and count 45%, and
• Health Care Management Degree core course GPA will count 35%.

A student who earns a D or F in any two nursing semesters will be dismissed from the ASN Program and will not be eligible for readmission, including attempts at outside colleges.

Transfer

The ASN Program does not accept transfers directly into RNSG courses.

Costs are estimates and are subject to change.

• Tuition/Fees: Traditional: $9,000.00 and Bridge Pathway: $7,000.00 (tuition $100 per credit hour; fees $319 each semester)
• Textbooks (approximately $1,000.00 for entire program)
• Assessment Technology Institute fee ranges between $550.00-$700.00 each semester. There may be additional costs assessed by ATI if students are unsuccessful on comprehensive predictor
• Skills laboratory fee (RNSG 1005/1019B): $100.00
• Bandage Scissors $5-$20
• Penlight $7-$15
• Full Face Goggles $5-$15
• Stethoscope $20-$150
• Aneroid Sphygmomanometer $15-$50
• Graduation Application Fee $40 (if student participates); Print diploma fee $10 and cover is $10.
• STC Nursing Pin for pinning ceremony ($10)
• Uniform Costs (up to $300) detailed information regarding uniforms will be given at program-specific mandatory orientation
• Castlebranch ($50 annually) (vendor subject to change due to clinical facility requirements)
• Background check, drug screen and immunization tracker (approximately $127.95; paid to PreCheck)
• American Heart Association BLS Provider certification (must cover 1-person, 2-person, infant, child and adult CPR and AED. $50 (Credential must remain current throughout the program.)
• Respiratory N95 /Fittest Mask $25.00 (Includes initial masks and masks for duration of program)
• Liability Insurance ($12 per year)
• Immunizations/Laboratory Tests
  • MMR vaccination: $64
  • Measles titer: $20
  • Mumps titer: $20
  • Rubella titer: $20
  • Varicella titer: $20
  • Hepatitis B titer: $20
  • Varicella vaccination: $117
  • Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)/PPD- Two-step: $25 per step
  • Tdap: $40
  • Tetanus vaccination: $20
  • Hepatitis B Series: $264
  • Hepatitis A and B: $163 for 3 shot series (this option may be chosen instead of the Hepatitis B series)
  • Seasonal Influenza vaccination ($25)
  • COVID-19 Vaccination-Vaccine may be a requirement for some clinical sites

• There are additional charges upon graduation to sit for Professional Licensure. These prices can be found on the Georgia Board of Nursing Website: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-registered-nurse

• Special Note: A single charge may apply to more than one titer being drawn at the same time.

• Please note expenses related to Program courses will NOT be refunded if the student is unable, unwilling, or ineligible to complete the clinical component of any course. Fees are due as noted on syllabus. Failure to pay the fees by the deadline may result in the student not being allowed to return to class and being issued an occurrence.

Some clinical sites require a current (within 6 months) physical exam and/or proof of unexpired health insurance. Failure to supply all required (unexpired) documentation may prohibit the student from attending clinical, resulting in an occurrence. A student who cannot complete program clinical requirements may not continue in the program.

Fees are to be paid on or before the deadline established by the Program Faculty.

Laptops will be required. Specifications should include:

• Processor i5 or i7
• Memory 8GB or higher
• Hard drive 250GB or larger
• DVD Drive, either internal or external
• Webcam with microphone
• Reliable Internet Connection required (Mobile Hotspots are not allowed)
• ATI Internet Requirements: A minimum internet speed of 5 Mbps is required (10 Mbps or more is recommended).
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For more detailed program information, click here to view the Department of Nursing Student Handbook

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