Nursing, BS
A major in nursing prepares the graduate to take the NCLEX-RN for licensure as a Registered Nurse and to begin practice in a variety of health care settings. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing/master’s degree program in nursing and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Mount Saint Mary College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Program Requirements for the Nursing Major
All NUR and HLT courses must be taken at Mount Saint Mary College. Students must obtain at least a C+ in all NUR and HLT courses and a C or higher in all BIO and CHM courses. Students may repeat one of the first year science courses (BIO 1030, BIO 1040, CHM 1080) if they receive a grade less than C. The repeated course must be completed with a grade of C or higher by July 31st for continuation into the sophomore year courses. Students who do not meet the required grade (C+) in one NUR or HLT course may repeat that course on a space available basis. A second NUR or HLT grade less than C+ will result in removal from the Nursing major. Nursing students must demonstrate proficiency in clinical calculations each clinical semester. Additional program requirements are available in the Undergraduate Nursing Student Handbook.
Required Courses (54 credits)
Support Courses
In addition, three (3) electives and one (1) fine arts course must be taken.
Additional Information
Prior to the first clinical semester, the student must meet all requirements for clinical placement, including but not limited to background check, finger printing, drug screen, immunizations, and physical examination.