1995-1996 Academic Catalog

Department Academic Requirements New Students Students who wish to apply for admission to Cedarville College and major in nursing need a strong commitment to leading a godly lifestyle and to learning ways to use nursing as a ministry for Christ. A college preparatory curriculum including four years of both mathematics and science provides the best academic preparation for the nursing major. An ACT composite score of 22 (or SAT composite of 1000) or greater is highly recommended. Licensed Nurses Who Wish to Earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) The curriculum plan for R.N.'s and L.P.N.'s is indi– vidually designed on the basis of previous coursework. Interested students should request R.N.-B.S.N. or L.P.N.– B.S.N. education information from the Department of Nursing. Specific information concerning transfer admission and the transfer of college credit is in the Admissions section of this catalog. Admission to Nursing Clinical Courses Students apply for admission to the Department of Nursing clinical courses during the winter quarter of the sophomore year of college. Students who meet the following criteria are admitted: 1. Cumulative grade point average (minimum GPA= 2.5). 2. Earn a C- or better in all required courses. 3. Written statement of career goals. 4. Recommendation of academic advisor. 5. Health information. 6. Payment of an application fee ($25 nonrefundable). 7. Evidence ofliability insurance. 8. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 9. Computer literacy. 10. Demonstrate a level of health consistent with safe nursing practice. Retention Requirements 1. Earn a grade of C- or above in all nursing courses. 2. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.25. 3. Maintain current CPR certification and professional liability insurance. 4. Attain clinical objectives. 5. Receive a positive recommendation by the faculty of the Department of Nursing. Nursing GraduationRequirements 1. Earn a grade of C- or above in all nursing courses. 2. Register for admission to the examination for state licensure as a registered nurse. 3. Earn a passing score on a national standardized nursing examination selected by the faculty of the Department of Nursing. If a passing score is not attained the student must complete an individually designed remediation program. 4. Receive a positive recommendation by the faculty of the Department of Nursing. 5. Meet college requirements for graduation. Financial Aid Federal nursing student loans and nursing scholarships are available to qualified students. Students should consult the Financial Aid Office regarding financial assistance. Nursing students sponsor an annual health fair to acquaint members ofthe community with information on a variety of relevant health related topics.