LB13 LPN Bridge RN Option
Offered at the Butts Center, Griffin Campus, Fayette Center, and Jasper Center
| Program Entrance Term: |
Spring |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
3 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
67 |
Program Description
The LPN/Paramedic to RN Bridge Option, Associate Degree Nursing Program provides Licensed Practical Nurses and Licensed Paramedics with 1 year in field experience to become safe practitioners in the delivery of health care. The curriculum provides a strong foundation in the practice of nursing and prepares the student to function safely within the framework of the registered nurse role. Throughout the program, students integrate classroom theory with clinical experiences that are related to the theory component. Nursing education incorporates effective therapeutic communication techniques, critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills, and the development of sound nursing judgment. Clinical experiences are selected to provide the associate degree nursing student with the greatest opportunity to become clinically competent. The ultimate goal of the faculty is to prepare the student to become a safe practitioner of nursing who will be an asset to the nursing profession and continue his/her professional growth and development. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successfully passing the NCLEX-RN and meeting the requirements of the Georgia Board of Nursing, graduates are granted licensure to practice nursing in the state of Georgia as registered nurses.
Program graduates receive an Associate of Science (ASN) degree. Graduates are then eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-RN and licensure by the Georgia Board of Nursing, graduates are employable as registered nurses in a variety of settings.
Accreditation
The Associate of Science in Nursing program at Southern Crescent Technical College at the Henry and Flint River Campus located in McDonough, GA and Thomaston, GA is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate of Science in nursing program is initial accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/acen-programs-05202024/southern-crescent-technical-college-a
Program Outcomes Data
College Admission Requirements:
Prospective students entering all degree, diploma and certificate programs must do all of the following:
Program Admission Requirements
- Submit an LPN/Paramedic Bridge Program Application application: https://www.sctech.edu/programs/allied-health-program-application/
- Have completed all prerequisite classes as listed below prior to application date:
- Have successfully completed (or transferred in) ENGL 1101, ENGL 1102, PSYC 1101 and PSYC 2103 (with a grade of “C” or better). Have also completed the following courses: (MATH 1101 or MATH 1103 or MATH 1111), BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L (with a grade of “B” or better) and must have completed and passed at least one of the following courses (with a “C” or better): ARTS 1101, ENGL 2130, HUMN 1101, THEA 1101, or MUSC 1101
- All general education, occupational core classes, and the HESI A2 examination must be completed and submitted before the student can be considered as a candidate for the program.
Applicants must meet general admission requirements, as well as the following minimum requirements:
- Submit current, unencumbered Practical Nursing or Paramedic License with the program application. Applicant must be licensed for one calendar year (365 days) at the time of application submission.
- Submit current HESI A2 scores (minimum score of 70 is required for this program). Scores cannot be older than one year at the time of application.
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Please note that the HESI A2 may only be taken twice per calendar year, and scores are valid for one year from the test date. It is strongly recommended that applicants take the HESI A2 on the SCTC campus to ensure the exam meets all required components. If the exam does not meet all requirements, it will not be accepted, and the applicant will be deemed ineligible for admission.
- The student will be responsible for making sure that all transcripts are received by the college and evaluated by the College Registrar by the application deadline.
- Program applications received before the application period or after the application period deadline will not be accepted or considered for admission.
- Applications for spring admission are accepted October 1-31 of each calendar year for Griffin Campus, Fayette Center, Jasper Center, and Butts Center. Application for fall admission are accepted May 1-31 of each calendar year for Butts Center and Jasper Center.
- If the student is not accepted and wishes to apply for the next class, the student must submit a new ASN Bridge Program application and HESI A2 scores during the next application period.
- There is no waiting list for this program.
- The College accepts credit from the College Board's College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). A grade of TR is assigned for awarded CLEP credit. Quality points are not awarded for CLEP, therefore, courses with CLEP credit are not calculated into the GPA during the competitive admissions process.
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Students are required to meet ALL immunization and healtjh clearance requirements established by the clinical facility partners. Compliance with these requirements is mandatory for participation in clinical experiences and is a condition of continued enrollment in the Practical Nursing (PN) program.
Required Immunizations and Documentation:
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR):
Two documented doses of the MMR vaccine or positive serologic titers demonstrating immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella are required.
Varicella (Chickenpox):
Two documented doses of vaccine or a positive titer demonstrating immunity are required. A self-reported history of chickenpox is not acceptable documentation.
Hepatitis B:
Completion of a two- or three-dose vaccine series, depending on the manufacturer, is required, along with a post-vaccination titer demonstrating immunity.
Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap):
Documentation of vaccination within the past ten (10) years is required.
Influenza (Flu):
Documentation of vaccination for the current influenza season is required annually. The influenza season begins in September.
COVID-19:
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and any applicable booster doses, if received, is required. Students who decline vaccination must complete a signed refusal affidavit in accordance with clinical facility requirements.
QuantiFERON-TB Gold (Tuberculosis Screening):
QuantiFERON-TB Gold is the preferred tuberculosis screening test and is valid for one (1) year. No additional PPD testing is required if this test is submitted. Students may obtain this test in advance, if desired.
Titers:
Serologic titers are required to demonstrate immunity when vaccination records are unavailable or when required by a clinical facility partner.
Note: Grading standards for the Nursing degree Program are very stringent. For students to progress to the next course of study, a minimum grade of “C” must be achieved in every Nursing degree course. Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 to remain in the program.
Candidate Selection
Admission to the nursing program is competitive and based on a weighted selection formula that includes the following factors:
• Cumulative GPA in general education and occupational courses (minimum 2.5 required)
• HESI A2 examination score (minimum score of 70 required to apply)
• Program application date
Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the nursing program. Application deadlines vary by cohort. Applicants are encouraged to consult with an Allied Health Advisor or the Allied Health Programs Office for current application dates and requirements.
Available classroom seats are awarded in rank order, beginning with the highest-scoring applicants, until maximum enrollment is reached. In the event of a tie, the student’s application date will serve as the determining factor.
The application date is defined as the date the student’s major is officially listed as ASN in the Banner system.
All applicants will be notified of their acceptance or denial status within three to four (3–4) weeks following the LPN/Paramedic Bridge Program application deadline. Official notifications will be sent exclusively to the student’s Southern Crescent Technical College email account.
Program Capacity and Scheduling
During the Spring semester, the program admits up to twenty-five (25) students at each of the following four (4) campuses:
• Jasper Campus – Monday
• Butts Campus – Tuesday
• Griffin Campus – Friday
• Fayette Campus – Saturday
Spring semester classes meet one (1) day per week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
During the Fall semester, the program admits up to twenty-five (25) students at the two (2) following campuses:
• Jasper Campus – Wednesday
• Butts Campus – Thursday
Fall semester classes also meet one (1) day per week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Clinical experiences are scheduled on class days whenever possible. However, clinical schedules are subject to change and may vary based on the availability of clinical sites and placement capacity.
Approximate additional costs other than tuition, fees, and textbooks
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HESI A2 (Program entrance exam)
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$105.00
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ATI (part of curriculum)
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Approx. $770.00/semester
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Equipment/Supplies
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$250.00
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Uniforms
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$200.00
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Liability Insurance
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$10.00
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NCLEX-RN Exam
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$200.00
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ACEMapp
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Approx. $55.00
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Student Advantage
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Approx. $85-$100
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CPR Certification/American Heart Association
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Approx. $55.00
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Graduation fees
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$40.00
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Readmission Policy
If a student withdraws for any reason, the student may be allowed to re-enter the program the following year at the point in which the next class begins based on space availability. The student must reapply for program admission and compete with other Nursing program applicants. THIS COURTESY IS EXTENDED ONLY ONCE.
The student must:
- Submit a new application to the LPN/Paramedic Bridge program.
- Submit a plan of action for success upon returning to the LPN/Paramedic Bridge program.
- Successfully complete written comprehensive examinations for each previously completed RNSG course with a minimum of 80 percent.
- Successfully complete drug calculations examination with a minimum competency of 90 percent.
- Successfully complete skill check offs. Deficiencies will result in the student repeating appropriate course/courses.
- Complete another criminal background check, drug screen and health screen as designated by participating clinical sites.
- Students who do not successfully complete the ASN program after two attempts, will not be readmitted into the program again.
Contact Us
Tamika Baugh-Allen, Program Coordinator
Email: tamika.baughallen@sctech.edu
Phone: 770-412-5789
Program Courses
First Term
Natural Sciences/Mathematics elective—Choose one: (Required)
Second Term
Humanities/Fine Arts elective—Choose one: (Required)
Third Term
Fall Cohort
Spring Cohort
Note:
If necessary, Learning Support courses should be completed during the first semester.