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Frequently Asked Questions
About Nursing
& the new BSN program at
Huntington University
Does Huntington
University offer a nursing program?
Yes! Huntington University
has been authorized by the Indiana State Board of Nursing to offer a
bachelor of science degree in nursing. The first group of students was
enrolled in fall 2007. Apply
today! The new BSN program
is built upon a liberal arts foundation
and Christian principles.
Will the program be accredited?
Huntington University
is committed to excellence in all its programs. Huntington is accredited
by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools. The nursing department has received initial
accreditation by the Indiana State Board of Nursing. The University is
seeking professional accreditation for the new program from the
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
What do I need to
prepare to study nursing in college?
High school students interested in
becoming nursing majors should have these academic goals:
- Graduation in the top
third of the high school class
- At least two years of
lab sciences, including one year of chemistry with lab (physics also recommended)
- At least two years of
math, including one year of algebra
- Foreign language
recommended
- Strong scores on
standardized tests
Successful students will
combine high academic achievement with a love and concern for people.
Will Huntington University accept transfer students from other colleges
and universities?
Yes. Credit for
transfer students will be considered by the registrar and the department
of nursing on an individual basis. At least one semester of course work
will need to be completed at Huntington University.
How is Huntington
University's program
structured?
The BSN
comprises two components:
pre-nursing courses and the nursing major. Freshman and sophomore year
pre-nursing courses prepare the students for advanced study and clinical
experiences in the junior and senior year. Candidates
will make application to the nursing major in
the second semester of the sophomore year and are admitted into the nursing
major in the first semester of the junior year through a competitive ranking
of their academic performance in the first two years and other
qualifications, such as meeting the essential abilities of the nursing
profession.
What are the
requirements to study nursing at Huntington.
Admission to the nursing program is competitive. Click here to view the
admission requirements.
What kinds of classes
will nursing students take?
Freshmen and sophomores will take
rigorous courses in human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, and core
courses in the liberal arts. Juniors and seniors will take more advanced
nursing science courses, additional core classes, and courses in nursing
skills. Clinical experiences will be a major part of the third and fourth
years of study. January Term classes will offer students the opportunity to
explore electives, perhaps in Spanish or missions.
When do I begin courses
that put me in contact with patients?
Students accepted to Huntington
University may apply to the nursing program during their sophomore (second)
year. Clinical courses begin the first semester of the junior
(third) year.
Are
there special requirements for clinical courses?
In order to begin the
clinical component of any nursing program, students receive information
about the need for immunization verification, a health evaluation
(history and physical examination) completed by a primary care provider,
current American Heart Association CPR certification, drug screening,
and TB (two step PPD or chest X-ray) screening. In addition, students
submit a national criminal background check. Requirements will be
detailed in the Application to the Nursing Major packet given to
students.
Where are your
nursing courses be taught?
Classrooms and labs for nursing are being
developed in Huntington University’s state-of-the-art Science Hall. Opened
in 2002, the 93,000 square foot facility is the newest and largest facility
on campus. Floor plans for nursing instruction are available here. Clinical experiences will be held in regional accredited health
care facilities.
As a Huntington University nursing graduate, will I be an
R.N.?
Upon completion of the BSN degree, the student is
eligible to take the National
Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) for
licensure as a Registered Professional
Nurse (RN).
For For more information about professional
examinations, see
www.a2zcolleges.com/exams/nclexrn.htm.
What other majors and degrees does Huntington University
offer?
Huntington University offers associates,
bachelors, and masters degrees in more
than 70 academic concentrations.
Related programs at Huntington include
pre-med, chemistry, biology,
mathematics, applied exercise science, education,
psychology, social work, and
ministry/missions. For a complete list of programs,
see
www.huntington.edu/academics.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. Visit the
Financial Aid web site for more
information.
What other resources are available to help me complete a
nursing degree?
Huntington University offers many resources to help students be successful.
Visit
these links for more information: Learning Center,
Library, Resident
Life Program, Spiritual Formation Program.
How can I learn
more?
If you would like to be kept informed about the
developing program in nursing, or other happenings at Huntington University,
please click here.
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