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Associate Degree in Nursing

Associate Degree in Nursing. Information Session. HISTORY OF MSMC. Private, Catholic, liberal arts, women’s college Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Challenge students to make a difference in their own lives and in their communities Two exceptional campuses Chalon est. 1925

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Associate Degree in Nursing

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  1. Associate Degree in Nursing Information Session

  2. HISTORY OF MSMC • Private, Catholic, liberal arts, women’s college • Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet • Challenge students to make a difference in their own lives and in their communities • Two exceptional campuses • Chalon est. 1925 • Doheny Est. 1962

  3. Two Campuses one Mission • Chalon- campus sits within the Santa Monica mountains, and houses; -Baccalaureate degree programs • Doheny- campus is located near Downtown Los Angeles, once the historic Doheny Estate houses; - Associate degree programs - A.D.N - Master’s programs - MSN - Teacher’s credential - DPT -Weekend College

  4. LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE • Emphasizes a well rounded individual • Also emphasizes: • Critical thinking • Reasoning thru moral and ethical issues • Understanding and respect of other cultures and individuals

  5. MSMC SETTING • Eleven Victorian homes donated by the Doheny family to archdiocese. • The mansion is the central building and where the Doheny’s resided. • Filmed on campus: • Payback • Princess Diary

  6. ACCREDITATION • Western Association of Colleges and Universities. • Approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

  7. APPLICATION PROCESS • Application Fee: • $20-online application • Complete application • Personal statement • Two references (academic and professional) • Official college transcripts (from every college attended) • 2.5 minimum overall GPA • 2.25 minimum science GPA (As of Fall 2007, the science GPA will be a minimum of 2.5) • High school transcripts (only needed if you have less than 15 transferrable, college units)

  8. Transcripts • We will need official transcripts from all the colleges that you have attended, including: • Any Community College attended • Any University/ 4-year college attended • Foreign transcripts from study-abroad program • Official Transcripts from all foreign study • Transcripts from Graduate or Professional degree • Transcripts from vocational program i.e. LVN,C.N.A, Phlebotomy, E.M.T • Transcripts for all courses completed by the deadline

  9. On-line Application • www.msmc.la.edu • Click on Admissions • Click on Nursing Transfer Students • Click Apply On-line • Select the program specific application Reference forms can be printed from the application menu and mailed in to us. We only accept online applications, however a PDF of the application is available. If you submit the application PDF, the application fee is $40.

  10. PREREQUISITE COURSES • College Chemistry (4 units), with lab • General Psychology • English 1A • Must attain a “C” or higher in all pre-requisites Prerequisites must be completed by the time you apply.

  11. Articulation Agreements www.msmc.la.edu Click on Admissions Click on Nursing Transfer Students Click on Articulation Agreements Click on School of choice

  12. FOREIGN STUDENTS If you attended college outside the United States, we will need the following items: • Official, sealed, international transcripts • An official, detailed international evaluation of your foreign coursework The evaluation company that we recommend is Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute. They can be reached at www.acei1.com or (310) 275-3530.

  13. APPLICATION DEADLINES • Spring – October 1st • Fall – March 1st Call 213-477-2561 for any questions

  14. Financing YourEducation A.D.N. Students Presented By: Irene Chavarria Dfdfdfdfdf

  15. Applying For Financial Aid • Apply for financial aid at the same time you are applying for admission. • Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be processed into a Student Aid Report

  16. Complete the FAFSA immediately Apply online: www.fafsa.ed.gov Include Mount St. Mary’s code in Step Six: 001243 Send to the Federal Processor by Mail: Federal Student Aid Programs P.O. Box 4001, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864-8601 E-mail: www.ed.gov/studentaid. 3-4 weeks paper process time 1-2 weeks electronic process time The Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

  17. FAFSA: Paper Application

  18. FAFSA on the Web’s Homepage

  19. You Will Receive a Financial Aid Offer from the Student Financing Office Once we have received… • Your Student Aid Report from the Federal Processor • Any supplemental information that has been requested • Notification of your official acceptance into the program

  20. Three Ways to Finance your Education • Grants • Pell (up to $4050) • Cal Grants (up to $14562) • Stafford Loans (Guaranteed) • Alternative Financing • TMS payment plan (see Business Office) • Alternative loans (Credit Check)

  21. Grants Pell Grants • Based on “need” as determined by the Federal Government as well as enrollment status. • Up to $4050 Cal Grants • Based on “need” and GPA as determined by CSAC. • Separate application required. • www.csac.ca.gov • Up to $14562

  22. Loan interest federal loans: 8.25% cap Government may subsidize a portion of students with high need Previous student loans must be in current status Guaranteed & Deferrable Subsidized Up to$2625 freshman Up to $3500 sophomore Additional Unsubsidized $4000 fresh/soph Stafford Loans

  23. Alternative Financing • TMS monthly payment plan • See business office for more information (213) 477-2540 • Alternative Loans • Credit check required (may require a co-signer) • Cannot have derogatory credit. • Scholarships • www.fastaid.com, www.scholarships.com, www.fastweb.com, www.oshpd.ca.gov • See A.D.N. office for additional scholarship information.

  24. Friendly Reminders • Complete your file early • The academic year is Fall, Spring & Summer • Keep copies! • You must apply for financial aid every year!

  25. The Office of Student Financing • Irene Chavarria Counselor • ichavarria@msmc.la.edu • 10 Chester Place Los Angeles, CA 90007 • M-Th: 9:00am – 6:00pm F: 8:00am – 4:00pm • Tel: (213) 477-2562 • Fax: (213) 477-2549

  26. THREE NURSING PROGRAMS DOHENY Associate Degree in Nursing – 2 to 3 years Classes in evening or afternoon, Clinicals on weekends Pre-requisite: College Chemistry, English 1A, & General Psychology Overall GPA of 2.5 or greater Science GPA of 2.25 or greater (As of Fall 2007, the science GPA will be a minimum of 2.5) Starts in Fall and Spring of each year Nursing Programs at the Mount

  27. Nursing Programs at the Mount • CHALON • Traditional BSN Day Program – 3-4 years Classes and Clinicals during daytime hours • 32 prerequisite units • Overall GPA of 2.7 or greater • Science GPA of 2.5 • RN-BSN program • Starts Fall of each year

  28. Nursing Programs at the Mount • DOHENY • Accelerated BSN Program – 12 months • Must have a Bachelors Degree • 46 units of pre-requisite courses • Overall GPA of 3.0 or greater • Starts May of each year

  29. Program Details

  30. Evening and Weekend Program • Approved by CA Board of Registered Nursing • Targets adults who want to pursue a career in nursing • Classes are held weekdays, Monday – Thursdays • We now have option for afternoon classes • Hospital experiences are on weekends

  31. Community Nursing Experience • Exposure to elements of community health nursing • Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Gerontology • Need to schedule experience during working hours, Monday-Friday • Shelters, LA unified school district, COACH, Senior Day Care Centers, Literacy Reading Program

  32. Successful Completion of the Program • Receive A.A. Degree in Nursing • Eligible to take the NCLEX-RN (state board) Exam • Employment opportunities in hospitals and clinics. Additional education may be needed for community, home health, and public health areas.

  33. BRN POLICY ON DENIAL OF LICENSURE • Denial of licensure for crimes or acts which are substantially related nursing qualifications, functions, or duties • Board considers most convictions involving sex crimes, drug crimes, and crimes of violence to be substantially related to nursing practice. • Examples: child abuse, sex offender, assault/battery, dangerous drugs or devices

  34. BACKGROUND CHECK We will conduct background checks prior to clinical placement

  35. Honesty when applying for license • Finger prints are part of the application process to sit for the NCLEX • Check out the BRN web site www.rn.ca.gov go to initial licensure • Contact the BRN if not sure • (916) 322-3350 • www.rn.ca.gov • Fill out application honestly

  36. Is the program a part-time program? • Program is full-time and rigorous. • Need to plan for finances, time, and support system prior to admission. • Carry 8 to 13 units per semester; a minimum of 6 units is needed to qualify for financial aid. • May need to “cut back” on hours of employment in order to be successful in the program

  37. ADN Curriculum Plan • 2 ½ - 3 years to complete the total program • A total of 80 units are required: • 36 units general studies (GE) courses • 44 units of nursing courses • Transfer credits: may transfer 36 units of general studies courses • College Chemistry (4 units), General Psychology, and English 101 must be completed at the time of application.

  38. Is testing required for admission? • Math Test must be passed at 84% or better before starting nursing courses • Students take a remedial math course, if the score is below the required level, and retest. • May retest only once. • Proficiency tests for English and Math are administered before admission into the program. • Applicants for Advanced Option must complete the tests prior to starting nursing courses.

  39. Basic Option (3 years) Complete GE courses in Year 1 Start nursing courses in Year 2 May start nursing in the second semester if only few GE courses are needed. Advanced Option (2 years) Transfers in GE courses; RST 41 must be taken within the program Start with nursing courses Two options available

  40. Class Hours • Classes are held Mon – Thur 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; some classes are scheduled on Saturdays • Additional option- afternoon nursing classes from 12:30-4:30pm • Each course meets one evening per week. Science courses meet two evenings. • Clinical experiences are on Saturdays and Sundays, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; some week day experiences for community experience. • Generally on campus 2-3 evenings/week

  41. What is the schedule like? • Students attend two 16-week semesters and a 10-week summer session during the year. • Fall semester starts in late August and ends in December before Christmas. • Spring semester starts in January and ends in May. • Summer session starts in mid-May and ends in early August.

  42. What is the length of courses? • General Studies courses • 16 weeks in Fall and Spring • 10 weeks in the Summer • Nursing courses are offered in 8-week increments • There two 8-week sessions in the Fall and Spring • There is one 8-week session in the summer

  43. Which hospitals participate in clinical experience? Hospitals in LA area used: California Medical Center; Good Samaritan Hospital; St. Vincent’s Medical Center; LAC-USC Medical Center; Kaiser Hospitals – West LA and Sunset and Baldwin Park; St. John’s Hospital; Huntington Memorial; Torrance Memorial; Children’s Hospital, LA; UCLA-NPI; Kaiser Mental Health; Harbor-UCLA; VA-WLA; Torrance Memorial; San Pedro Pavillian

  44. CLINICAL AGENCY RANDOM DRUG TESTING • Contract with a variety of agencies to provide clinical experience for students. • Abide by policies and procedures of facilities • Facilities have the authority to require random drug testing of students • Failure to comply will result in exclusion from clinical

  45. Can students choose a site? Students submit preferences for clinical rotation sites each semester. Choices are considered in assigning students. Carpooling is encouraged; students need a reliable car to get to the hospital.

  46. Which courses transfer? • May transfer in a maximum of 36 units of equivalent courses, with a grade of C or better. • Cannot transfer in credits once admitted into the program. • Courses, which were “in progress” at the time of admission, are transferable. Final transcript is needed. • Transfer credits are evaluated by transcript analyst in the Registrar’s Office.

  47. Science Requirements (12 units) College Level Chemistry is prerequisite to admission Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology must have a lab and be at least 3 units. • Combined Anatomy and Physiology course must be at least 6 units to receive credits for both courses. • Combined Anatomy and Physiology course with 5 units or less will receive credit for Anatomy.

  48. English Requirements (6 units) Eng 1A is a pre-requisite for admission English 1ASpeech 101 Eng 1, Eng 101 Speech 1 • Only Oral Communication or Public Speaking meets speech requirement • Eng 3, 103 may not be used

  49. Psychology Requirement (6 units) Psy 1 Introduction to Psychology (3 units) is a pre-requisite for admission General Psychology: Psy 1; Psy 5; Psy 101 Psy 12 Child/Human Development (3 units) Dev. Psy: Must be Life-Span Psychology, covering Birth to Old-Age, e.g., Psy 41 Child Development that covers Birth to Adolescence will receive 2 units of credit and be required to take Adult Development (1 unit)

  50. Philosophy Requirement (3 units) Phil 10 Critical Thinking • We will only accept Critical Thinking to meet this requirement • Introduction to Philosophy or Ethics do not meet requirement

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