Application Information ASSOCIATE DEGREE REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM DIVISION OF NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES LOS ANGELES SOUTHWEST COLLEGE 323.241.5461 lascnursing@lasc.edu
Accreditation Information Los Harbor is accredited by: Western Association of Schools and s 10 Commercial Boulevard, suite 204 Nov www.accjc.org The Los Harbor Associate Degree Program is approved by: Board of Registered 1747 North Market Blvd.,Suite 150,Sacramento, CA 95834 (916 www.rn.ca.gov The Los Harbor Associate Degree Program is accredited by: Accreditation Commission for Education in (ACEN) 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 50 (404 www.acenursing.org 2
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Community District The mission of the Los Community District is to provide our students with an excellent education that prepares them to transfer to four-year institutions, successfully complete workforce development programs designed to meet local and statewide needs, and pursue opportunities for lifelong learning and civic engagement. 6
Before we proceed Apply at LASC www.lasc.edu Apply Online Receive Student ID and email (@student.laccd.edu) Two Application Periods July 15 September 15 Spring January 15 March Fall 7
Before we proceed Highly Recommended 8 Make an appointment with a counselor Review all coursework for eligibility Provide Unofficial Transcripts for evaluation
What does it take? 9 Science GPA Overall GPA ATITEAS 2.5 2.5 62% No more than ONE repeat No recency requirement All coursework completed First attempt only Any subsequent attempt must score 62% in each category to be eligible
Admission Process Prerequisites 11 Application New! ATITEAS Selection
Prerequisites: Sciences 12 Course Name & Number CourseTitle Anatomy 1 Lecture & Lab Introduction to HumanAnatomy (4) & Physiology 1 Lecture & Lab Introduction to Human Physiology (4) OR Biology 20 Lecture & Lab Human Anatomy & Physiology (8) Microbiology 1 Lecture & Lab or Microbiology 20 Lecture & Lab Introductory Microbiology (5) or General Microbiology (4)
Prerequisites:Sciences Requirements Grade of C or better Applies to Lecture and Lab For plus/minus grades, no C- accepted Cumulative 2.5 or higher GPA of sciences All C grades is not equal to a 2.5 average Repeats: No more than ONE repeat in the sciences Since Fall 2012: a withdrawal ( W ) is considered a repeat Currently no recency requirement 13
Prerequisites cont. Course Name & Number English 101 or AP Credit see counselor for details Psychology 1 Psychology 41 Chemistry 51 OR High School Chemistry (1 yr.) Math 115 or higher Communication Studies 101 CourseTitle Reading and Composition General Psychology Life-Span Psychology General Chemistry Elementary Algebra (or higher e.g. Statistics) Public Speaking 14 Sociology 1 Introduction to Sociology
Prerequisites: Requirements 15 All prerequisites must be completed, and grades posted prior to applying to the nursing program Grade of C or better For plus/minus grades, no C- Cumulative 2.5 or higher GPA on all courses completed Currently no recency requirement
Prerequisites: Requirements Proof of education (choose highest applicable) Graduation from a U.S. accredited high school or equivalent (e.g. GED)OR Completion of AA or higher degree from au.s. accredited college or university Proof shown with official transcripts Copies of diplomas or graduation petitions in progress will not be accepted Social Security Number (SSN) or IndividualTax Identification Number (ITIN) BRN will not process NCLEX application without one
Co-requisites: 17 Series of courses required for degree (A.S.,Professional) Highly recommended to be completed prior to applying to the nursing program
Co-requisites cont. Course Name & Number American Institutions Humanities Health Education & Kinesiology 18 CourseTitle Minimum 3 semester units Minimum 3 semester units Note: Students graduating from the RN program at LASC will be waived from taking the GE grad requirement Area E
Co-requisites cont. American Institutions History 11, 12, 41, 42, 43; Political Science 1 Humanities 19 American Sign Language 1, 2, 3; Anthropology 104; Art 101, 102, 103, 104, 201, 213, 300, 307, 501, 502; Art History 126, 130, 140; Comm Studies 130, English 111, 127, 211, 212, 213, 215, 234, 240; French 1; Humanities 1, 2, 6, 31; Music 101, 111, 116, 141, 650; Philosophy 1; Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 14, 24; Theater 100, 110, 114, 130, 231, 240, 270, 271, 291, 300
Admission Process Prerequisites 11 Application New! ATITEAS Selection
Application:What s Included 23 Items Required From All Applicants if applicable 1) Application Part 1 2) Transcripts (, High School, Foreign) 3) Self-Addressed/Stamped Envelopes
Application Part 1 Find Application Form online www.lasc.edu/nursing Application Procedure Download Application Form (fillable form) Print, sign and attach other items Transcripts, Self Addressed/Stamped Envelopes 24
Application:Transcripts You must include transcripts from ALL institutions attended, whether or notrelated to pre/co-requisites Including institutions listed on another institution s transcripts Must be official (sealed, unopened) Transcripts from LACCD schools may be unofficial 27
Application: AP Credit Advanced Placement (AP) Coursework Credit may be granted immediately OR may require petition for credit see a counselor Send scores to Admissions & Records for credit https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/home Must provide an official copy to BOTH A&R, and the Department 31 These are only examples. Actual transcription may vary.
Application: High School Transcripts High School transcripts: when to submit? 32 If you do not have a previous degree (AA or higher) If you are using High School Chemistry (even with previous degree) Example 1: High School graduate needs to submit high school transcripts Example 2: Student with Bachelor s using high school chemistry needs to submit high school transcripts Copies of diplomas will not be accepted
Application: When to submit Submit application, transcripts, envelopes to during any Application Session. Check website for application session dates www.lasc.edu/nursing Application Procedure Observe building hours, campus holidays, hard deadlines 40
Application Part 2 Find Application Form online www.lasc.edu/nursing Application Procedure Download Application Form (fillable form) Print, sign and attach other items Essay, California ID (copy of front and back) When to submit 24 Between March 1 st and March 15 th for Fall sessions, and between September 1 st and September 15 th during regular office hours
Application:What Happens Next? Applications are reviewed and processed AS-IS! 41 Allow 4 to 6 weeks from submission deadline for evaluation process All transcripts and attachments will be returned in the envelopes provided Email correspondence sent to student email only if student is approved to proceed to next phase of the application process Coursework evaluated by Admissions and cords Verify eligible coursework / calculate GPAs
Application:What Happens Next? 42 Check student email (@student.laccd.edu) regularly Status of eligibility will be sent via student email only Denial reasons will be indicated on the application, and mailed back to student with supporting documents
Application Denial Reasons: 43 Not earning minimum GPA in Sciences Not earning minimum Cumulative GPA in all college coursework Exceeding maximum repeats in Sciences Not submitting Application Part 2 during approved timeframes Not passing TEAS VI with 62% or higher overall (1 st attempt; 62% each category 2 nd attempt) Not submitting official TEAS scores during approved timeframes Not completing prerequisites (grades posted, courses equivalent) Not submitting official sealed HS transcripts or /University transcripts Seating limitations (students are waitlisted)
Admission Process Prerequisites 11 Application New! ATITEAS Selection
ATI TEAS:What is it? Test of Essential Academic Skills Standardized entrance exam used by this nursing program, covers knowledge in Reading 53 questions, 64 minutes Mathematics 36 questions, 54 minutes Science 53 questions, 63 minutes English/Language usage 28 questions, 28 minutes 170 questions, 3 hours 29 minutes 45
ATI TEAS:Requirements Minimum requirement: 62% overall If minimum score is not achieved on first attempt, 62% or higher is required on each section Reading 62% Mathematics 62% Science 62% English/Language usage 62% 47
ATI TEAS:Selection 49 If the number of eligible applicants exceed number of vacancies, a random lottery will be conducted to select applicants for invitation.
ATI TEAS:Invitation Check student email (@student.laccd.edu) 50 regularly for invitations If taken previously, purchase official ATI transcripts Send to Los Computerized exam on campus at no cost Contact department if accommodations are needed Not selected? Notify us by email that you would like to be considered for the application period
ATI TEAS:Outcome Passed ATI TEAS:Move forward to Selection51 Not Passed Eligible for remediation, as available Individualized plan to improve weak areas Given up to one year to complete If satisfactory,given another chance to taketeas Achieve minimum score in ALL areas
ATI TEAS:Resources New! ATI TEAS Study Manual 6 th Edition ATI TEAS SmartPrep ATI TEAS FAQ http://atitesting.info/ https://www.teas6practicetest.com/ 52 http://www.mometrix.com/blog/ati-teas-6-test-breakdown/ Other resources will be shared as they become available
Admission Process Prerequisites 11 Application New! ATITEAS Selection
Selection If the number of eligible applicants exceed number of vacancies, a random lottery will be conducted to determine the incoming class Check student email regularly Final status of eligibility will be sent via email only 54
Selection Accepted? Reply to accept invitation Follow instructions regarding orientation and background check requirements Reply by set deadline Not Accepted? Reapply next application period Contact us by email to indicate interest in reapply Submit transcripts only if revised Applications on file for one (1) year 55
Background Clearance: Criminal Background Clearance and Urine Drug Screen: All students must have completed a criminal background clearance/urine drug test and 57 have proof of clearance prior to entering any nursing course with a clinical component. This includes local hospitals and health care agencies, including the county, community and private facilities. Students who cannot present a clear background check will not be permitted to enter the nursing program. Students who test positive on a drug screen will not be able to continue in the nursing program UNLESS a physician writes a note stating that prescription medications are causing the positive drug screen. Plan ahead to address any potential items that may appear on your background check. Student Handbook 2017-2018
Selection: Background Checks & DrugTesting Plan ahead to address any potential items that may appear on your background check Specific facilities may also require Live Scan Students who are denied clinical placement due to the inability to pass a required Live Scan will NOT be permitted to continue in the nursing program, unlessan appropriate clinical placement can be found at an alternative agency. Student Handbook2017-2018
Program Overview: 63 Course number Course title Units FIRST SEMESTER 501A Fundamentals of A 4.5 501B Fundamentals of B 4.5 526 Communication in 1 527 Process 1 SECOND SEMESTER 502A Medical-Surgical A 4.5 503B Psychiatric 4.5 THIRD SEMESTER 506B Maternal and Child Health B (Obstetrics) 4.5 506A Maternal and Child Health A (Pediatrics) 4.5 FOURTH SEMESTER 502B Medical-Surgical B 4.5 503A Advanced Medical Surgical 4.5 507 Senior Seminar (Leadership) 1
Program Costs First Semester Tuition $552 Parking $20 Student Rep + Health Fees $12 Books (N313, N321, N315,N311) $500 Background Check + DrugTest $105 Malpractice Insurance $20 Basic Life Support for the Healthcare provider $50 FirstAid $50 Uniforms (2 sets, top + bottom) $100 Shoes $75 Stethoscope $100 Watch with second hand $50 Skill Supply Kit $100 Standardized testing fee $190 Physical/labs/vaccines $140-$250 Approximate Cost for 1 st Semester $1814 64 *Tuition based on 12 units. Cost is $222 per unit for non-residents/international students. **This is an approximation of expenses and will vary based on individual needs.
Program Costs Second Semester Tuition* $552 Parking $20 Student Rep + Health Fees $12 Books (N323,N325) $200 Cost for 2 nd Semester $784 Third semester Tuition* $552 Parking $20 Student Rep + Health Fees $12 Books (N333, N335,N339) $450 Malpractice Insurance (renewal) $20 Required health items (renewal):flu,tb $20 Cost for 3 rd Semester $1074 Fourth semester Tuition* $552 Parking $20 Student Rep + Health Fees $12 Books $250 Live Scan $70 PearsonVueAccount $200 NCLEX-RN LicensureApplication $150 Cost for 4 th Semester $1254 Approximate GrandTotal $4926 *Tuition based on 12 units. Cost is $222 per unit for non-residents/international students. **This is an approximation of expenses and will vary based on individual needs.
WhatTo DoWhileWaiting? Study for ATI TEAS VI Attend TEAS paid study workshops. Check website for details Finish any and all outstanding Co-requisites Take recommended electives Start planning for BSN transfer Consider dual enrollment programs Most common deficiencies: Chemistry, Statistics,Health Education,Critical Thinking 67
Info for Military Personnel Challenge/Advanced Placement available Documented military education and experience in health care occupations may be eligible for advanced placement into the 2nd semester of the nursing program Must meet all general entrance requirements of the Associate Degree program http://www.lasc.edu/nursing 69
Info for LVNs LVN-RN Advanced Placement Route 70 Same program requirements Active CA LVN license (provide copy with application) http://www.lasc.edu/nursing
Your Resources Counseling Department 323-241-5200 Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agencies https://www.ctc.ca.gov/docs/defaultsource/leaflets/cl635.pdf?sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_4 Department 323-241-5461/5292 lascnursing@lasc.edu Website www.lasc.edu/nursing Application Procedure 73