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Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a CCNE or NLNAC accredited program (Graduates of non-accredited programs will be evaluated individually). |
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A minimum grade point average of 2.7 (4.0 scale) overall or a 3.00 on last 60 hours of earned credit. |
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Current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas or the state of residence or practice. |
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Successful completion of a basic statistics course with a grade of C or above. |
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At least one year experience as an R.N. prior to enrolling in the clinical courses. Clinical practice must be direct and current (within the last 3 years). Students may enroll in non-clinical courses while completing the practice requirement. |
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GRE scores on record in the UCA Graduate School. |
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Completion of a criminal background check (information for completion provided at interview) and results that will not restrict a student from practice as an APN. |
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Pre-Clinical Requirements |
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Evidence of the following is required before you register for each clinical course or practicum. These items are submitted to the clinical course faculty. |
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- CPR certification valid through the academic year.
- Negative TB skin test (or equivalent) valid through the academic year.
- Evidence of Hepatitis B immunization or signed declination statement.
- Copy of valid health insurance.
- Copy of professional liability insurance.
- Copy of valid, unencumbered RN license.
- Evidence of measles (rubeola) and rubella immunity or immunization.
- Evidence of current (within past 10 years) tetanus immunization.
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Computer & Email Requirements |
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An email account and access to a computer is required for participation in the MSN program. For information about required computer hardware and software, go to the Information Technology link on the UCA web page (www.uca.edu). Under “Information for Student” you will find “Student Personal Computer Recommendations” which specify what you need to access WebCT. Email accounts using Hotmail and AOL limit or prevent users from receiving and opening documents, and are therefore not recommended.
UCA email and WebCT email are the official communication tools for the university. Home email accounts will not be used for program or course information. Communication on program updates, scholarships and other notices will be posted on the MSN WebCT site. |
