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Nursing - (BSRN-BSN), B.S.N.
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Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program
Nursing is the largest health care profession with workforce shortages anticipated for the foreseeable future. Earnings are above average, particularly for advanced practice nurses who have additional education and certifications. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Ferris are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a registered nurse.
The nursing program at Ferris is a five-semester professional sequence that follows the equivalent of one year of pre-requisite coursework and is intended for students who have not earned a college degree or are seeking a career change to become an RN. The pre-licensure BSN program small cohort sizes allow for personal contact with highly experienced clinicians. Graduates of the BSN program can continue their education in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs.
The Nursing BSN program at Ferris State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
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Program Outcomes
- Apply nursing knowledge in the provision, delegation and supervision of care.
- Demonstrate clinical judgement in the practice of quality, safe nursing care across health care environments.
- Organize the interdisciplinary health care needs of diverse populations across the lifespan toward achieving the goal of healthy individuals, families, groups and communities.
- Perform nursing roles within complex systems of health care by coordinating resources to provide safe, quality, and equitable care within health care systems.
- Employ a level of professionalism that is congruent with the characteristics, inherent values, and ethics of the discipline of nursing.
New Student Admission Requirements
- 2.70 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.69 with college approval)
- Minimum Composite Score of ACT 18/SAT 950 OR 3.0 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) and Composite ACT 17/SAT 900
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- 2.70 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
University Requirements - 46 to 48 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy University General Education Requirements - 46 to 47 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Natural Sciences Competency - 7 Credits Required
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course. Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course. Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course. United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes. Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes. Additional General Education Requirements - 6 Credits Required
These courses are additional General Education courses to meet the requirements for this specific program. College Requirements - 78 to 79 Credits Required
Qualifying Courses - Credits Required Met in University General Education Requirements
These courses are qualifying courses for entry into the Nursing - BSN (BSRN) major and are used to meet some University General Education Requirements. College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum - 11 Credits Required
COHP 100 , COHP 101 , and COHP 102 can be met with Registered Nurse (RN) license. Major/Professional Sequence Courses - 67 Credits Required
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Admission Requirements - To the Professional Sequence
- Students must be admitted to Ferris State University.
- Students must have a minimum 2.70 GPA (on a 4.00 scale).
- Students must obtain a grade of C or higher in the following courses, or their equivalent: COMM 105 , COMM 121 , or COMM 221 , COHP 100 , COHP 101 , and COHP 102 .
- Students must obtain a grade of C- or higher in the following course, or its equivalent: ENGL 150 .
- Qualifying Course requirements:
- Students must obtain a grade of B- or higher in the following courses, or their equivalent: MATH 114 , MATH 115 , MATH 116 or
MATH 117 and BIOL 108 , BIOL 251 andBIOL 252 . - Students must obtain a grade of C or higher in CHEM 114 or in its equivalent.
- A total of two repeat attempts to earn the minimum required grade are allowed in any of the following courses or
their equivalent: MATH 114 , MATH 115 , MATH 116 or MATH 117 and BIOL 108 , BIOL 251 and BIOL 252 and CHEM 114 . Transfer courses equivalent to the qualifying MATH, BIOL and CHEM courses are counted as an attempt. A total of three unsuccessful attempts will result in disqualification from the professional sequence of the nursing program. Unsuccessful attempts include earning a grade less than a “B-” in MATH (114, 115, 116, 117) and BIOL (108, 251, 252) courses, a grade less than a “C” inCHEM 114 , receiving a “W” (withdrawal), or a grade of “I” that is not converted to a B- or higher grade by the end of the next semester. Progression Requirements
- Two unsuccessful attempts, grade of less than C+, in any Nursing (NURS) course will result in dismissal from the nursing program. Unsuccessful attempts include earning a grade less than a C+, receiving a “W” (withdrawal), or a grade of “I” that is not converted to a B- or higher grade by the end of the next semester.
- Students must maintain a minimum 2.70 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) throughout the professional sequence.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements. University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University: - All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program: - All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
- A 2.70 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum grade of B- must be earned in all Mathematics (MATH) and Biology (BIOL), and Chemistry (CHEM) courses.
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in all Chemistry (CHEM) courses.
- A minimum grade of C+ must be earned in all Nursing (NURS) courses.
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