Course variations

Course summary

This program is designed for students who have already completed a bachelor's degree. The program has been developed to provide an intensive, year-round accelerated program of learning.

Program modules

The courses are: NUR 205 Fundamentals of Nursing 5, NUR 214 Intro to Nursing Health Assessment 2, NUR 215 Pharmacology for Nurses 3, NUR 390 Research & Evidence Based Practice 3,NUR 208 Chronic Illness/Med-Surg 8, NUR 212 Acute Health/Med-Surg 8, NUR 321 Gerontology 2, NUR 211 Developmental Transitions 7, NUR 320 Palliative Care 2, NUR 350 Case Management 6, NUR 216 Mental Health Nursing 5, NUR 324 Informatics 1, NUR 325 Genomics 2,NUR 329 Health Policy 1, NUR 427 Public Health 5, NUR 450C Leadership Nursing 3, NUR 451 Preceptorship 4.

Entry requirement for international students

The Candidates should have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) in prerequisite courses. Please note the minimum GPA of 2.75 does not guarantee admission to the program. Grades in biology courses are particularly emphasized. Research indicates that success in science courses is strongly related to passing the licensure exam. Two reference forms from professional individuals (forms are included in this packet). Proctored HESI A2 Exam results. Evidence of ability to communicate ideas clearly with correct grammar and punctuation in written form on one essay question provided in application and turned in with application. Evidence of Volunteer and Health Care Work experience. Minimum 8 hours each. Completion of all prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

Northern Arizona University

Department name

College of Health and Human Services, School of Nursing