Nursing Information Session

2016-2017

Practical Nursing Certificate &

Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing

Salem Community College Nursing Programs

Practical Nursing Certificate 1 year program:

Prepares students to sit for NCLEX – PN (State Boards)For students who do not have an LPN license

Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing 1 year program:

Prepares students to sit for NCLEX – RN (State Boards)For students who currently hold an LPN license

We do not offer a traditional 2 year RN program.

President Gorman at the Health Fair

Nursing Admissions Overview

How to apply to the Nursing Program?Follow the 6 Easy Steps (see handout)

What is the standardized test for nursing admissions?TEAS-V – Test of Essential Academic Skills

When is the deadline to apply?Friday, April 1st, 2016 by 3pmLATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!

Nursing Selection Process

How does the Nursing selection process work?Admission is competitive and selectiveBased on your total rubric score/point system

Maximum of 126 rubric points Combined from ATI TEAS V score and previous course work

Top rubric scores will be accepted40 PN students are accepted – Nursing Course start in Fall30 ADN students are accepted Nursing Course starts June 08,

2016

FLU Shot with the Salem County Dept. of Health

6 Easy Steps:Step 1 – Apply to Salem Community College

Complete and submit a free SCC admissions application Submit an official high school transcript or GED along with official college

transcript (if applicable) Register to take the ACCUPLACER placement test or provide proof of

exemption: SAT Scores: Math 530; Critical Reading 540 High school GPA of 3.0 or higher (must have graduated within 5 years) Proof of previous college placement testing from another college Transfer credit in college level English and college level Math from another

collegeIf you have transfer credit from another college, this must be transferred

to SCC before the April 1st 2016 admission deadline! Therefore, get your transcripts to SCC pronto!

6 Easy Steps:Step 2 – Prepare for ATI TEAS V

Begin studying for the ATI TEAS V – Nursing Entrance Exam Topics Include

Reading – Paragraph and passage comprehension, and informational source comprehension

Math – Numbers and operations, algebraic applications, data interpretation, and measurement

Science – Human body science, life science, earth and physical science, scientific reasoning

English and Language Usage – Grammar and word meanings in context, spelling and punctuation, structure

Study guides and practice exams can be purchased at SCC’s bookstore or directly through ATI: www.atitesting.com

Additional ATI TEAS V Information

The ATI TEAS V is a computerized test that takes a maximum of 209 minutes and includes 150 multiple choice questions

No calculators are allowed! The exam cost $80 Paid directly to ATI through the website www.atitesting.com Dates, Times and Classroom is on SCC Website under Nursing Can I retake the exam to get a higher score? Yes!

There is no penalty for retesting - must wait 45 days to retestMay only test 3 times per year - 365 days from 1st test dateScores are good for 2 years

Health Fair – Poster Board Education

6 Easy Steps:Step 3: Sign up for the ATI TEAS

V

The ATI TEAS V MUST be taken at Salem Community CollegeStudents may sign up to take the exam beginning in October

2015You must be an SCC student to take the examTest fee is $80

If you plan to test more than 1 time, it is highly recommended that you sign up for multiple test dates at the same time.

Test dates fill the closer it gets to the application deadline. SCC will not offer additional test dates beyond what is

currently available.

6 Easy Steps:Step 4 – Meeting Admissions

Requirements

When reviewing your ATI TEAS V test scores: ALL Nursing Applicants need a minimum ATI TEAS V score of

50% in both Math and Reading PN applicants need a cumulative score of 50% or higher for consideration ADN applicants need a cumulative score of 60% or higher for consideration

Students must be ready to take A & P 1 and ENG101 If you have already completed these course then you are ready If you have not completed these courses, please be sure that you have

completed the prerequisite to these courses so you can begin these courses prior to or at the start of the Nursing Program.

These courses are NOT prerequisites to the Nursing Program!

6 Easy Steps:Step 5 – Complete Rubric and

Checklist

Rubric (see handout): College Courses – Maximum of 24 points

Points assigned to course gradesOnly 4 courses are eligible for points on rubric:

ALL COURSE GRADES MUST BE “C+” OR HIGHER If a student retakes a course listed above to

obtain a higher grade, 1 point is deducted from rubric

If a student withdrawals from a course listed above, 1 point is deducted from rubric

If a student retakes a course because the course has expired, no points are deducted

A & P I & II have a 5 year time limit. These courses must be retaken if they are expired.

Course Grade Points

A & P I

A & P II

English 101English 102

Grade Points

A 6 pts

A- 5 pts

B+ 4 pts

B 3 pts

B- 2 pts

C+ 1 pt

SAMPLE

Course Grade PointsBIO220 A 6BIO221 B+ 4ENG101 C+ 1ENG102 B 3

Scoring Rubric Continued

Remainder of Rubric Points come from:ATI TEAS V total score – 100 possible pointsADN APPLICANTS ONLY – 1 point for work experienceSalem County residents and/or SCC students – 1 point

Total possible rubric points = 126 points:Courses (from previous slide) – 24 possible pointsATI TEAS V – 100 possible pointsWork experience (ADN applicants only) – 1 pointSalem County resident and/or SCC student – 1 point

Checklist

Complete application checklist:Can be found on our website

http://www.salemcc.edu/nursing-center/admissions.

Please provide a current mailing address and phone number

Update SCC if you have moved!

6 Easy Steps:Step 6 – Submit

Admission Packets

Submit your completed packet no later than 3:00 pm on Friday, April 1, 2016 to Tillis Hall Room 215. LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!

Packet Includes: Student Checklist Rubric Sheet ADN applicants only – copy of active LPN license ATI TEAS V Access Report (total score report) – found under “my results” Official High School transcript or GED & College (if applicable)

Remember, your transfer credit must be on your SCC transcript before the submission deadline of April 1st, 2016.

Packet Submission

Hand deliver packets to Tillis Hall, room 215

Mail packets to:Salem Community CollegeATTN: Academic Affairs SecretaryNursing Program Admissions – ADN or PN Program460 Hollywood AvenueCarneys Point, NJ 08069Postmarked no later than March 21,2016

Under Programs – Nursing Center You’ll find: Forms,

Dates & ATI TEAS

Upon applying to SCC…

Health Science MajorYou are 1st accepted into the Health Science

program Transcripts are evaluated under Health Science

program SCC accepts a grade of C or better for transfer

When accepted to the Nursing ProgramTranscripts are re-evaluated for Nursing Program

Need to have a C+ or better in all courses! e.g., ENG101, PSY101, A/P, etc.

Health Fair – Poster Board Education

FT Nursing Faculty- Ms. Jones & Mrs. Polimeni Lab Specialist - Mrs. Ripa

Important Dates & Reminders

Submit Nursing admissions packet NO LATER THAN 3:00 pm on Friday, April 1st, 2016

Notification letters of conditional acceptance will be by May 25th, 2016Via USPS - ensure your address is updated on packet!

Prerequisites are NOT required for admission into Nursing Program

5 year time limit on Anatomy and Physiology I and IIThere is NO early admission into Nursing ProgramYou must earn a C+ or higher in all courses within the Nursing

Curriculum See handout for list of curriculum courses

Nursing Schedule Fall Semester: September – December

Monday thru Thursday ADNs

Mon. & Tues - 6:30am to 2pm Wed. & Thurs -8am to 4:30pm

PNsMon. & Tues - 8am to 4:30pm Wed. & Thurs - 6:30am to

11:30am

Spring Semester: January – May ADNs – same as Fall semester PNs - Monday thru Friday

Mon. & Tues - 8am to 4:30pm

Wed. & Thurs - 6:30am to 2pm

Friday – 9am – 2pm

Clinical Sites

PN StudentsGolden Nursing

Home / Salem HospitalSouthgate Nursing

Home / Elmer HospitalFriends Village in

Woodstown / Rehab Unit

Carneys Point Care Center / Underwood Hospital

RN Students Salem HospitalElmer HospitalUnderwood Hospital

Drive Thru FLU Shot Clinical at the Salem County Fairgrounds

Estimated Cost of Nursing Program

Practical Nursing CertificateIn-County Out-of-County Out-Of-State

$9,400 $10,200 $11,150

Nursing Associate in Applied Science (LPN to RN)In-County Out-of-County Out-Of-State$14,600 $16,000 $17,500

LPN Day - Won an Award from the New Jersey League

for Nursing

Convocation (Pinning Ceremony)

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