BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSING PROGRAM
2735 Bardstown Road
St. Catharine, KY 40061
Phone: (859) 336-5082, ext. 1205
Email: nursing@sccky.edu
St. Catharine College
St. Catharine College is an independent, coeducational college committed to the free
pursuit of truth. Consistent with the Dominican tradition on which it was founded, the
College provides quality education, shares Christian values in a supportive community, and
encourages students to develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and a just society.
The College holds membership in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools,
National Catholic Education Association, Dominican Higher Education Council, and
Council of Independent Kentucky Colleges.
RN to BSN Program
Who should apply?
The RN to BSN Program is for registered nurses (RNs) who have completed the Associate
Degree in Nursing and wish to earn the Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in
Nursing (BSN). The RN applicant is to hold a current, unencumbered nursing license. The
program is designed for working RNs who seek to apply advanced knowledge to their areas
of speciality.
How long will it take to complete my
nursing program?
The nursing major can be completed in three semesters if taken full time. However, there
are pre-requisite courses that must be completed prior to entering the nursing major and St.
Catharine core courses and guided upper division electives that support one’s practice.
How is the program designed?
The RN to BSN Program is presented in a hybrid format. Each course has a combination
of online assignments and periodic classroom sessions. Online assignments are completed
independently by the student. Classroom sessions permit students to interact and present
professional and personal application of content. Typically, classroom sessions are
scheduled every three to four weeks. Eight week and 16 week courses are offered in the fall
and spring semesters. A variety of electives are offered in the summer semester.
What courses are required before
entering the nursing major?
Academic courses are indicated on the nursing curriculum plan of study (consult the
reverse side). Credits may be transferred to the RN to BSN Program if (1) college level
credits (100 level or higher in most institutions) are completed from an accredited
institution and (2) an earned grade of at least a “C” or higher is achieved in each course.
Each transcript is individually evaluated.
BSN Curriculum Plan of Study
After being accepted to the program, a meeting will be held with the program coordinator
to devise an individualized plan of study to support your professional and personal needs.
Institution and program requirements will be discussed, including pre-requisite courses,
core curriculum outcomes, nursing major sequence, and guided electives.
What is the application and
admission process?
Applications for the RN to BSN Program are accepted year around. Depending upon when
the application is received and admission accepted, registration may occur in the next
semester (fall, spring or summer). Steps of the application process and additional
requirements are noted on the reverse side.
What is the length of time credits can
transfer?
For the RN to BSN program, pre-requisite/co-requisite credits typically do not expire.
What can I do to be successful
In the program?
Time management, self-motivation, and active engagement are key contributors to being
successful in the BSN program. As online assignments require computer skills and internet
access, comfort in using these technologies is encouraged.
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As nursing is a demanding program, time management, self motivation, and active
engagement are key contributors to success. In addition, online assignments require
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computer
skills and the availability
of internet access.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSING PROGRAM
“Professional and Personal Success”
Curriculum Plan of Study
PREREQUISITE
ENG 101
ENG 102
SPE 180
IDS 101
BIO 204
BIO 205
LAR 290
MAT 106
MAT 200
REL 1XXX
REL 103/104
REL 310
PHI 330
HIS XXX
PSY 100
PSY 150
Other Cultures
and SCC CORE COURSES (53 Credits)
English Composition I (3 credits)
English Composition II (3)
Public Speaking (3)
Information Literacy (1)
Natural Science with lab (A&P I) (4)
Natural Science with lab (A&P II) (4)
History of Ideas (3)
College Algebra (3)
Elementary Statistics (3)
Dominican Heritage (2)
Select one: Old or New Testament (3)
World Religions (3)
Philosophy: Bio-Professional Ethics (3)
Select one: HIS 101, 102, 103; POL 101 (3)
Introductory Psychology (3)
Developmental Psychology (3)
Select two: ART 340; ENG 221, 222, 330;
HIS 204, 205; SOC 201, 330 (6)
REQUIRED COURSES FOR NURSING MAJOR (27 Credits)
IDS 300
Research and Inquiry Methods (3)
BIO 310
Pathophysiology (3)
CORE COURSES FOR NURSING MAJOR (continued)
(Upon Admission to the BSN Program)
NUR 310
Nursing Roles (3)
NUR 320
Transcultural Nursing (3)
NUR 330
Leadership and Mgt in Nursing Practice (2)
NUR 410
Advanced Health Assessment (3)
NUR 450
Evidence-based Outcomes in Nsg Practice (3)
NUR 470
Community Health Nursing (4)
NUR 490
Professional Nsg Capstone Experience (3)
INTERDISCIPLINARY REQUIREMENT (2 Credits)
IDS 301
Interdisciplinary Seminar (1)
IDS 301
Interdisciplinary Seminar (1)
GUIDED ELECTIVES (12 Credits)
(See Nursing Adviser for approval of courses not listed)
Select 12 hours from areas listed.
BUS
300
HSC
309, 310, 321, 350, 351, 450, 485
MGT
321, 342
PSY
310, 340, 400, 410
ASN/ADN Transfer Credit (Credits may vary) (30)
TOTAL BSN PROGRAM
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124 credit hours
APPLICATION PROCESS
Request an admission application packet from the Department of Nursing for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program(ext 1205).
If you are waiting to take the NCLEX, indicate the NCLEX date on your application. Include a $50 non-refundable application fee with
the application. (Fee may be submitted by check, cash, credit card or money order. Credit or debit cards must be handled in the Business Office.)
Apply for admission to St. Catharine College by calling the Admissions Office, ext. 1259.
Contact the BSN nursing coordinator (ext. 1205) for an appointment to discuss BSN Program needs.
Have and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher with at least a “C” in all BSN pre-requisite courses.
UPON ACCEPTANCE
Official transcript or grade report of all course work including summer must be submitted no later than 2 weeks before the admitting semester.
Present copy of RN license IF NCLEX results were pending when the admission packet was submitted.
AFTER ADMISSION
Besides tuition costs, each course may have a textbook and other course materials.
Prior to NUR 470 Community Health Nursing and/or NUR 490 Professional Nursing Capstone Experience, complete required clinical requirements as noted
in the BSN Student Handbook.
Random urine drug analysis may be performed during the course of study.
As noted in the SCC Catalogue, graduation should occur within 5 years of matriculation into the BSN Program.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION
Please contact ext. 1211 or ext. 1214 in the Financial Aid Office for information.
It is the policy of St. Catharine College not to discriminate in its education al programs, admissions policies, financial aid or other school administered
programs on the basis of age, race, color, disability, gender, religion or national origin.
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