The Integrated Nursing Pathway INP Program Nursing Education

The Integrated Nursing Pathway (INP) Program

Nursing Education Journey Credential Education Level CNA Certified Nurse Assistant Classes: NUA 101 and NUA 170 (5 credits) Single courses (10 weeks) LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Pre-requisites: BIO 106, HPR 178, ENG 121 1 year program RN ADN Associates Degree 2 year degree (3 years with completion of prerequisites) RN BSN Bachelor’s Degree 4 year college Degree MSN Master of Science in Nursing 1 -3 year graduate degree NP Nurse Practitioner 4 -5 year graduate degree Ph. D in Nursing 5 year graduate degree

The INP program was established in 2010 through a joint venture between CCA and CU Anschutz Medical Campus to: Meet the growing demand for bachelor’s-prepared nurses Provide community college students with the option of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing and being successful in this pursuit Graduate nurses who will reflect the population they will be serving

CU Nursing Accreditation The University of Colorado and Community College of Aurora is recognized by all major accrediting agencies and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. University of Colorado The College of Nursing is accredited by: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530 Washington, DC 20036 -1120 www. aacn. nche. edu and American College of Nurse-Midwives Division of Accreditation 8403 Colesville Road, Suite 1550 Silver Spring, MD 20910 -6374 240 -485 -1800 www. midwife. org The College of Nursing maintains the following memberships: American Academy of Nursing; American Association of Colleges of Nursing; National Student Nurses Association; Colorado Nurses Association; National League for Nursing; and Sigma Theta Tau International.

Qualities That Make a Great Nurse 1. Understanding of Professional Behaviors 2. Never-Ending Diligence 3. Exceptional Communication Skills 4. Effective Interpersonal Skills 5. Attention to Detail 6. Quick Problem-Solving Abilities 7. Action-Oriented 8. Empathy and Maturity 9. Solid Stamina 10. Sense of Humor SELF CARE

Program Design Prepare students through completion of 9 classes of intensive coursework Based on a cohort model – you stay together throughout the program Dual advising – two for the price of one! Support services in place for success

Program Design Eight semesters from the start to the end of program Student receives an Associates of General Studies (AGS) Degree from CCA. 60 credits are transferred to CU; after six semesters, student receives BS in Nursing

What does “Cohort” mean? “Cohort” refers to a united group of people The benefits of being in a cohort: Improved academic performance Exposure to diverse ideas Ability to work with a variety of personalities Experience working on teams

Program Exclusions The following are excluded from the program: LPN RN Registered Psychiatric Technician Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Students in these categories are encouraged to apply to other programs). Not Excluded: CNA, MAs, prior AA, AS, AAS degree Suggested you have prior medical experience

PREREQUISITES (Can’t be older than 10 years) Do no t PHI o take any Lang r Foreign uage class es

What is expected of students? Good study skills Good time-management skills ORGANIZATION SKILLS The ability to write well MOTIVATION Knowing when to ask for help Being aware of what support services are available Thinking for oneself ACADEMIC SKILLS

TRi. O Student Support Services A program to support students in achieving their academic goals; participation is limited Must be U. S. citizen or permanent resident Students eligible for TRi. O must meet one of the following: If you can answer “yes” to at least 2 of the following, please consider putting in an application: Are you enrolled in an Associate degree or certificate program at CCA? Do you have a need for academic support to successfully complete a degree/certificate at CCA or transfer to a four-year school? Do you consider yourself to be low income? OR Are you a first-generation student (neither parent has a bachelor’s degree)? OR Are you an individual with a disability? Services such as free one-on-one tutoring; academic success workshops; an assigned TRi. O advisor; progress reports from instructors, and more. Apply online

What can students expect from the program? Rigorous coursework that ensures success in the nursing program Support from two advisors for entirety of program Quality education at both institutions with faculty who are invested in your future A supportive network of fellow students who are working towards the same goal – both at CCA and CU! Opportunities for growth and career enhancement

Application Process Applications are accepted online through Nursing. CAS. org Open January 1 – March 31 (Best to start the process when the application opens) Must be finished with prerequisite classes by end of the spring semester in which applying. You will request a 2 nd official transcript be sent to Nursing. CAS after grades post. You will access the application multiple times

Application Requirements 3. 0 for all prerequisites – suggested overall GPA of 3. 0 for all classes taken. C or better in all prerequisites. When calculating the overall GPA, Nursing. CAS does not honor repeat delete or grade forgiveness policies. Only the highest documented course attempts are used for the prerequisite GPA. The closer you have to a 4. 0 the better. Good grades in science classes Two letters of recommendation – one must be academic – An e-mail request will be sent to the referrer on your behalf from Nursing. CAS

How Can I figure out my GPA? Go to My CCA: • Student Tab • Degree Check GOOGLE: COLLEGE GPA CALCULATOR OR Go to app store and download GPA calculator on your phone

Application Requirements Transcripts from ANY postsecondary classes attended are required (including Concurrent Enrollment and Vocational Training) Essay: Set up appointment online with Tutoring Services General Resume: Set up an appointment online by registering in Purple Briefcase Job Bank Workshops and events Job Fair information Advisor Appointments Virtual Job Shadowing Workplace Preparation Resumes Interview Skills It is YOUR responsibility to monitor your application status

Application Process Criminal Background Check and Academic Disclosures must be made New applicants will be subject to a criminal background check and consent in their applications to the criminal background investigation, as a condition of submitting such applications. The practice of nursing deals with vulnerable populations and, as such, there may be a criminal history within the background of the applicant that could have a significant impact on the ability to safely care for and interact with patients/clients Drug Testing A drug test is required to ensure the safety and well-being of patients. In addition, student drug tests are mandatory to meet accreditation standards, licensure issues, contractual obligations, and liability issues. English language proficiency Applicants may be requested to provide documentation of English language proficiency (handout provided)

CCCS Disqualifying Offences BACKGROUND AND DRUG SCREENING DISQUALIFYING EVENTS, NOT CHARGES, BUT CONVICTIONS PERCCCS CURRENT POLICIES EMS ( AND FIRE HAVE SAME RULES): NO TIME LIMIT: VIOLENT FELONY HOMICIDE CONVICTION REGISTERED SEX OFFENDER 10 YEARS PRECEDING THE CONVICTION: CRIMES OF VIOLENCE: ASSAULT, SEXUAL OFFENSES, ARSON, KIDNAPPING, ANY CRIME AGAINST AN AT RISK JUVENILE, ETC. AS DEFINED IN SECTION 18 -1. 3 -406 C. R. S. ANY OFFENSE INVOLVING UNLAWFUL SEXUAL BEHAVIOR 7 YEARS PRECEDING THE OFFENSE ANY CRIME TO INCLUDE: AN ACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AS DEFINED IN SECTION: 18 -6 -800. 3 C. R. S. ANY CRIME OF CHILD ABUSE AS DEFINED IN SECTION 18 -6 -401 C. R. S. ANY CRIME RELATED TO THE SALE, POSSESSION, DISTRIBUTION, OR TRANSFER OF NARCOTICS OR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES FELONY THEFT SEXUAL ASSAULT ON A CLIENT BY A PSYCHOTHERAPIST AS DEFINED IN SECTION 18 -3 -405. 5 C. R. S. CRIMES OF MORAL TURPITUDE, E. G. PROSTITUTION, PUBLIC LEWDNESS/EXPOSURE, ETC. 1 OR MORE D. U. I. 5 YEARS PRECEDING THE OFFENSE ANY CRIME TO INCLUDE: MISDEMEANOR THEFT ANY OFFENSE IN ANOTHER STATE, THE ELEMENTS OF WHICH ARE SUBSTANTIALLY SIMILAR TO THE ELEMENTS OF THE ABOVE OFFENSES

What if I need to work? Working in the program is an individual decision, but students must understand how it might impact their ability to succeed. If a student works, it is hoped that they: considers the program their full-time job are able to decrease hours if work is affecting his or her grades has an adaptable and flexible schedule has a supportive supervisor can be available 24/7 at CU

Estimated Cost of Program CCA resident tuition is $215. 34 with COF/cr. hr. 63 credit hours = $13, 566. 43 CU Anschutz Medical Campus in-state tuition is $437. 00 with COF/cr. hr. (tuition increases each year) 68 credit hours = $29, 716 TOTAL: $43, 282. 43 tuition only, does not include books, fees, required equipment, etc. *(updated 8/28/18) Tuition prices go up every year in July

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Then what happens? You may be asked to come in for an interview – this is typically in mid-late May. You will be notified of admittance decisions by early July. Always have a plan B ready!

What if I’m not accepted? Apply to CU Anschutz College of Nursing-Traditional Pathway Admissions Metropolitan State University of Denver Regis University Front Range Community College Arapahoe Community College DORA list of approved Nursing programs: https: //www. colorado. gov/pacific/dora/Nursing_Education

Additional Options Community College Of Aurora(Lowry) Ø Respiratory Therapy (AAS Degree) Ø Phlebotomy Ø CNA Ø Patient Care Ø EMT Community College Of Denver (Lowry) ü ü ü Dental Hygiene Medical Assistant Licensed Practical Nurse Aid Radiologic Technology Surgical Technology

COURSES THAT FULFILL GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ( Courses printed in dark text are required) CONTENT AREA ENGLISH & COMMUNICATION COURSE NUMBER AND COURSE TITLE TOTAL CREDITS ENG 121: ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (REQUIRED) 3 MAT 107: CAREER MATHEMATICS OR MAT 121: COLLEGE ALGEBRA (REQUIRED – SELECT ONE) 3 SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES PSY 101: GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I (REQUIRED) 3 NATURAL & PHYSICAL SCIENCES BIO 201: ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I WITH LAB (REQUIRED) BIO 202: ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II WITH LAB (REQUIRED) BIO 204: MICROBIOLOGY WITH LAB (REQUIRED) CHE 101: INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY I WITH LAB (REQUIRED) 17 MATHEMATICS GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS EXAMPLE: RESPIRATORY THERAPY, A. A. S. Degree Requirements: 78 CREDITS General Education Requirements: 26 CREDITS 26

EXAMPLE: RESPIRATORY THERAPY, A. A. S. Degree Requirements: 78 CREDITS General Education Requirements: 26 CREDITS

Contact Information Christine Lo Bue-Estes Director of Allied Health 303 -340 -5210 Marissa Manzanares (Lowry) Stephanie Agner, CCA Allied Health, Program Assistant 303 -340 -7076 Rebecca Bernstein, CCA (Lowry) Amy Sturrock, UCD Nursing Advisor 303 -724 -1485 CCA Career Services Health Pathway, Advisor 303 -340 -7547 Associate of Science, Advisor 303 -340 -7090 303 -360 -4982