University Catalogue: 2006-07

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

 

L. Elaine Wendt, Dean And Educational Administrator (Nursing 101)
Mary Zwygart-Schauffacher, Associate Dean (Nursing 127)
Robert Lieske, Media Specialist
Marcia Bollinger, Media Specialist
Robin Beeman, Coordinator, Marshfield Site
Nita Johnson, Clinical Simulation And Skills Laboratory Coordinator
Lorraine Smith, Assistant To The Dean

Departments:

ADULT HEALTH NURSING

Sheila Smith, Chair (Nursing 219)

Robin Beeman, Cheryl Brandt, Rosemary Jadack, Debra Jansen, Michaelene Jansen, Winifred Morse, Susan Peck, Kerrie Smithberg, Rita Sperstad, Lori Waltonen, Joan Stehle Werner.

FAMILY HEALTH NURSING

Karen Maddox, Interim Chair (Nursing 230)

Janice Berry, Jayne Bielecki, Barbara Davis, Jill Hecker-Fernandes, Susan Moch, Nola Schmitt, L. Elaine Wendt.

NURSING SYSTEMS

Lois Taft, Chair (Nursing 264)

Jodi Arriola, Catherine Cooper, Linda Duffy, Cecilia Wendler, Cecelia Zorn, Mary Zwygart-Stauffacher.

PUBLIC HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Douglas Olson, Chair (Hss 217)

Jennifer Johs-Artisensi, Crispin Pierce, Leeanna Rasar.

Go to: HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAMS

 

Mission Statement of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences provides undergraduate and graduate programs for Nursing and Public Health Professions. Building on a foundation of excellence, the College integrates the liberal arts with education for professional practice, resulting in a broad-based education for all students. Creative education experiences, scholarship, and service to our communities enhance the personal and professional growth of students and faculty and promote life-long learning. As a College we value a caring spirit, ethical practices, diversity, and advocacy for policies and actions that contribute to the improvement of the human condition.

Mission Statement of the Nursing Program

The purpose of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire nursing program is to provide a scholarly environment in which faculty and students gain and extend knowledge of health, health care, and professional nursing. The College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers on-campus and distance baccalaureate, graduate, and continuing education for the practice of professional nursing.

The select mission of the Nursing programs is to:
1. educate nurses at the baccalaureate level through professional and general education to provide professional nursing in a variety of health care settings;
2. educate nurses at the masters level who are prepared for leadership and advanced practice roles in adult or family health nursing;
3. provide continuing education opportunities for registered nurses;
4. provide an environment which enhances scholarly activity; and
5. contribute to the health care of the community through faculty and student involvement in health focused activities.

Accreditation

The nursing programs are approved by the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education granted accreditation for the undergraduate program and graduate program through December 2011. The College of Nursing and Health Sciences has approval by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to offer to senior students in the nursing program, and to registered nurses with a B.S.N. degree, courses that qualify them for certification as school nurses.

Baccalaureate Program

The nursing programs are oriented toward the belief that a broad general education is an essential foundation for the preparation of professionals. Through the biological and social sciences, the humanities, and the nursing science courses, the concepts of humanity, health, environment, and nursing are interwoven in a curriculum that clinically addresses nursing across the lifespan of health-care recipients.

Marshfield Site
In addition to the Eau Claire campus, the nursing program of study is available in Marshfield, Wisconsin in cooperation with Saint Joseph's Hospital. Persons interested in further information about the Marshfield site should contact the Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences or the Marshfield site coordinator.

Program Objectives

The B.S.N. program seeks to prepare graduates with the essential knowledge, attitudes, and skills to enable them to:
1. synthesize knowledge of humanity and nursing to promote, maintain, and restore the health of individuals, families, groups, and communities.
2. incorporate the decision-making process in designing, implementing, and managing the care of individuals across the life span, families, groups, and communities.
3. collaborate with clients, significant others, and health care providers to promote, maintain, and restore health, and insure continuity of care.
4. promote adherence to professional nursing standards as a care provider, teacher, manager, researcher, and member of the discipline.
5. promote awareness and accountability for legal and ethical aspects of health care.
6. advance the use of nursing research and nursing theory as the basis of professional nursing practice.
7. exercise effective nursing management and leadership skills.
8. interpret the reciprocal relationships among socioeconomic and political forces, nursing, and the health care system.
9. perform clinical skills at a competency level necessary to assume beginning level positions as a professional nurse.
10. design teaching strategies that assist clients to adapt to the human responses associated with actual and potential health problems.

ADMISSION

TO THE UNIVERSITY

All students applying for admission to the University follow the regular procedure. Those who are admitted to the University as pre-nursing students are assigned to nursing faculty for advising.

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences welcomes the opportunity to give guidance in program planning to students in high school who have chosen nursing or are considering it as a career. These students are encouraged to include courses in high school which provide the best foundation for study at the University and in the major field.

Recommended are:
	English	4 units
	Chemistry	1-2 units
	Physics	1 unit
	Biology	1-2 units
	Foreign Language *	2 units
	Algebra	2 units
	Geometry	1 unit
	History	1-2 units
	Social Studies	3 units
	Speech	1 unit
*Two units of one language, e.g., French, German, Spanish.

 

TO THE PROFESSIONAL NURSING PROGRAM

Formal application to the professional nursing program must be made. Students are encouraged to apply during the semester in which 30 credits will be completed. The deadlines for filing applications to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences are December 1 and May 1 for the Eau Claire campus and October 1 for the Marshfield site. In order to be considered for admission to the nursing program, one must have:
1. been accepted as a prenursing student in the University.
2. completed at least 30 semester credits with a total cumulative GPA of at least 3.00.
3. completed at least three required natural science courses, two of which are laboratory science courses, with a GPA of at least 2.50.
4. completed all application materials (essay, health requirements, CPR certification, background checks) and submit nonrefundable application fee.

Other data utilized by the Admissions Committee are derived from a variety of sources that include applications for admission to the University and the nursing program, high school transcript showing rank in class, previous collegiate records, and standardized tests such as ACT or SAT.

The College may find it necessary to deny admission to a qualified applicant because of enrollment limits in the professional program. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, it is likely that the GPA required to be competitive for admission may be well above the 3.00 minimum cumulative GPA.

The Nurse Scholars Program provides conditional admission of students to the nursing program to those who have been invited to enter the Nurse Scholars and University Honors program (See University Honors).

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must present evidence of having current immunity against diphtheria, tetanus, rubeola (measles), and rubella at the time they apply for admission to the nursing program. A rubella immunization is not recommended during pregnancy. Evidence of a TB skin test is also required. A chest X-ray is required if the TB skin test is positive. It is recommended that students be vaccinated annually against influenza.

Applicants must also present evidence with their application materials that they have received at least two of the required three immunizations in the hepatitis B vaccine series. Students applying for the Marshfield site must have a surface antibody titer two months after receiving the Hepatitis B series.

Admitted students must maintain their immune status against infectious diseases and have a yearly tuberculin test. Tuberculin skin tests are offered at the Student Health Service. Those students who have a positive skin test must have a chest X-ray. Any student whose skin test converts from negative to positive while enrolled in the program must have a chest X-ray and a medical evaluation. A statement of the physician's findings and recommendations must be filed with the Student Health Service within a period of time designated by the College. Students at the Marshfield site must follow the health requirements of Saint Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield, to participate in clinical rotations.

All expenses associated with health surveillance and care are borne by the student unless the Student Health Service specifically indicates otherwise. Students are not covered by health or accident insurance by UW-Eau Claire, the practicum facility, or the practicum institution. In addition, workers' compensation insurance does not cover students while engaged in clinical practice. For example, if a student suffers a needle stick or is hurt while in practicum, they will need personal health insurance to cover medical bills.

CPR CERTIFICATION

All applicants must hold Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification at the health provider level (American Heart Association level C or American Red Cross Health Care Professional). Evidence of CPR certification must be submitted with application materials. Admitted students must renew this certification annually. Evidence of renewal must be submitted to the Dean's office.

STUDENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

Based on Wisconsin State law, clinical agencies require completed background checks. The College of Nursing and Health Sciences requires applicants to complete the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services Background Information Disclosure and a release for a Wisconsin Department of Justice Criminal Background Check. Additional information regarding the Wisconsin Caregiver Law can be obtained from the Dean's office or DHFS's Web site: www.dhfs.state.wi.us.

TRANSFERRING STUDENTS

Any student anticipating transfer to the University for the nursing degree is urged to consult the Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences as early as possible for information about GPA and course requirements for admission and for the degree (See Admission to the Professional Program). Official review of the student's academic record is made by the University Office of Admissions.

Applicants to the professional program who have completed nursing courses in an accredited baccalaureate nursing program at another college or university will be considered on an individual basis. Acceptance will be determined by overall quality of academic record, space availability, and the articulation of courses with those offered by the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

READMISSION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM

Students who withdraw from the program and wish to return for completion must send a letter requesting readmission to the nursing program to the Dean at least three months in advance of the desired readmission date. Applicants must meet the current admission requirements of the nursing program.

Consideration will be given to the length of absence, the student's ability to achieve, and the available spaces in the clinical courses in which the student will enroll. If readmission is granted, the remaining program will be planned as considered best for the student and according to the current curriculum.

Costs

Nursing is a professional discipline, and students enrolled in the nursing program must anticipate some additional costs that are directly related to the nursing program. These include uniforms, nursing textbooks, health requirements, application fee, some clinical equipment (e.g., stethoscope), and transportation associated with clinical experience.

Counseling and Academic Advising

Students in nursing are encouraged to make full utilization of services offered by the University. Counseling for educational, vocational, and personal problems is available. Faculty in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences serve as academic advisers.

Financial Assistance

Nursing students applying for financial assistance will be considered by the Financial Aid office on the same basis as other University students. Funding specific to nursing students is also available. Application forms for financial assistance are available from the University office of Financial Aid. Information regarding scholarships available to students after admission to the nursing program is available on the College of Nursing and Health Sciences Web site, Marshfield site coordinator's office, and on the UW-Eau Claire Financial Aid Web site.

Clinical Experiences

Various health and social agencies and institutions are utilized for student learning experiences. Experiences are provided through facilities such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes, child day-care centers, and other community health agencies.

Service-Learning

This University requirement is met through required nursing clinical coursework.

Student Transportation

Students in the professional nursing program must provide their own transportation to and from clinical experiences. Some clinical experiences require travel to other communities.

Organizations and Activities

Membership in the National Student Nurses' Association and the Wisconsin Student Nurses' Association is achieved through joining the Eau Claire Student Nurses' Association. The organization meets regularly to promote the aims of nursing education and provide students experience with respect to the issues and operations of the professional nursing organizations.

Sigma Theta Tau International is the Nursing Honor Society. Membership is by invitation to juniors, seniors, and graduate students who demonstrate outstanding scholarship and leadership potential.

Foreign Language/Foreign Culture Requirement

Refer to Graduation Requirements for current requirement.

Cultural Diversity Requirement

All nursing students must satisfactorily complete the equivalent of at least three course credits of content in a course or courses dealing with one or more the following groups: African American, American Indian, Hispanic, Asian American (Southeast Asian). Courses which fulfill this requirement are listed in this Catalogue (see Cultural Diversity Courses). Advisers will assist students with course selection. Additional content dealing with cultural diversity is infused in nursing courses.

Study Abroad Opportunities

In addition to the University's international education programs, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers other international educational opportunities. Comparative Study of Nursing and Health Care (Nsys 448), provides undergraduates, graduate students, and registered nurses the opportunity to examine other health care systems firsthand.

Academic Regulations

Students who are enrolled in nursing courses are expected to arrange for make-up of all class and laboratory work missed, regardless of the reason for the absence. If the absence is anticipated, arrangements for make-up should be made prior to the absence. Students who have missed an excessive portion of the course may be advised to withdraw.

Scholastic Requirements

Academic Standards
The following scholastic standards must be maintained by students after admission to the nursing program if they are to be considered in good standing:

1. achieve a semester GPA of at least 2.25;
2. maintain a resident GPA of at least 2.50;
3. achieve a grade of at least C- in each specific course required by nursing.

The student who is placed on probation in the College will be officially notified of the change in academic standing and will be required to negotiate a contract designed for regaining good standing with the Dean. Should a grade of less than C- in a specific course required by nursing be a factor in the probationary status, the student must repeat that course before earning credit for any course for which the repeated course is a prerequisite. No more than one instance of probation within the program is allowed.

Unsatisfactory Grades in Nursing Courses (Grade of less than C-)
Any of the following may result in an unsatisfactory grade in a nursing course:
1. Clearly unsatisfactory achievement in either the theoretical or the practicum component of a nursing course.
2. Failure to submit course assignments or projects.
3. Failure to meet make-up requirements in relation to coursework missed.
4. Failure to appear for the final examination, unless prevented by illness or other emergency from taking the examination at the scheduled time.
5. Offenses as defined by the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents in chapter UWS 17 and published in the Student Services and Standards handbook.
6. Failure to comply with attendance policy as stated in writing by the instructor.

Incompletes
A grade of "incomplete" is allowed only when illness or other extenuating circumstances beyond the student's control have interfered with completion of the course, and the plan for completion is a clearly viable alternative for meeting the course objectives. Students may not progress to courses that have a prerequisite course in which a grade of "incomplete" has been received.

Student Progression
1. Students must receive a satisfactory clinical evaluation in each of the critical areas on a summative clinical evaluation of a course. These areas are: a) uses the clinical decision-making process; b) applies theoretical knowledge; c) communicates appropriately; d) performs technical skills safely and competently; e) demonstrates accountability and responsibility.
2. If a student demonstrates deficiencies that the instructor determines are clearly unsafe or unprofessional behaviors, the student will be immediately removed from the clinical situation.
3. Allowing students to do remedial work in a required nursing course is a course faculty decision.
4. Remedial work not completed before the end of a semester will result in the student receiving an incomplete or a failing grade.
5. A student may repeat only two required nursing courses. Only one of these repeated courses may be a clinical course. Failure in or withdrawal from a third nursing course, or a second clinical course, will result in dismissal from the program.

Termination from Program
A student may be terminated from the nursing program for any of the following reasons:
1. Failure to regain good standing.
2. A second instance of probation.
3. Failure to demonstrate the potential for consistently safe and responsible nursing practice.
4. Likelihood that a student's condition or prior experience will adversely affect the student, other persons, the University, an agency or unit used for clinical practice, or the patients or clients served.

A student who has been notified of termination may appeal for reinstatement. Termination from the program constitutes dismissal from the nursing program only. A student's status within the University is not affected providing the University standards for good standing are met.

Dean's List

At the end of each semester, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences recognizes excellence in scholastic achievement by publishing the Dean's List. To be eligible, a student must:

(1) be in good academic standing;
(2) have a minimum semester GPA of 3.70;
(3) have completed at least 12 credits during the semester, with no incompletes, no courses below the 100-level, no repeats, and no Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory registrations (except in degree credit-bearing courses that are offered only on the S/U grading system in which a grade of S has been earned).

Students who meet this standard of achievement receive personal letters of notification and congratulations from the Dean.

Credit by Examination Policy

All undergraduate nursing courses are available to any otherwise eligible student for credit by examination. Credit for a maximum of two clinical nursing courses may be earned by examination. Examinations may be taken while, but not before, prerequisite courses are in progress. Each clinical nursing course examination will include a clinical component. Objective and/or essay components of the examination must be completed successfully before assignment, clinical examination, and/or portfolio evaluation is attempted.

Students interested in receiving credit by examination for nursing courses should see their faculty adviser or the chair of the department in which the course is offered for more information.

Comprehensive Major: Nursing (Code 700-004)

One hundred twenty semester credits are required for the B.S.N. degree. Students taking a comprehensive major are not required to take a minor in another area. However, students who are interested in a minor are encouraged to discuss options with their adviser. Students must also seek an adviser in the area of the minor.

Degree Requirements

To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the candidate must present at least 120 semester credits with a total GPA of at least 2.50; must meet all University requirements for graduation; and must meet all nursing program requirements for the degree.

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Policy. No course required for the degree in nursing may be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis.

Minors/Second Majors

Students may select a minor or second major in a non-nursing field. Completion of a minor or second major will require credits beyond the minimum necessary for graduation from the University. See the major-minor concentration policies in the section on University Graduation Requirements. Students who select a minor or second major must obtain an academic adviser in that area.

TOPICAL MINOR (Code 610-432)

A topical minor is composed of 24 semester credits selected by the student to meet the student's own interests and scholarly objectives. Courses for the minor may be chosen on the basis of a coherent theme, a definable professional need, or complementary relation to the student's major.

The topical minor is not intended to duplicate any major or minor offered as a regular program.

Nursing Comprehensive Major. The topical minor must include 12 credits from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and 12 credits from at least one department in any other College within the University. No more than six credits in the comprehensive major may be applied to the minor. At least 12 of the 24 credits must be earned in courses numbered 300 or above.

Standard Major. The topical minor must include courses from at least two departments, with no more than 12 credits from any one department and no more than six credits from the department of the student's major. Courses included in the major cannot be applied to the minor. At least 12 of the 24 credits must be earned in courses numbered 300 or above and 12 of the 24 credits must be earned in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences courses. The remaining credits may be earned from any College in the University.

Procedure. The student shall obtain a topical minor application form from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences Dean's office and identify a topical minor adviser. The completed form will be forwarded to the adviser for approval.

SUMMARY OF COURSE/CREDIT REQUIREMENTS

		Credits
Nursing (includes Wellness Theory)		60
Program-specific courses
	Chem 103, General Chemistry I	5
	Chem 150, Survey of Biochemistry	3
	Biol 214, Human Anatomy and Physiology I	4
	Biol 250, Microbiology	3
	Biol 314, Human Anatomy & Physiology II	4
	Psyc 330, Human Development (Psyc 100 is a prerequisite)	3
Social Sciences		6-9
Introduction to Statistics		3
English Composition		5
Physical Activity		1
Language Skills		3
Humanities		9-12
Electives-sufficient to total		120

 

A SAMPLE PROGRAM OF STUDIES FOR THE BACCALAUREATE STUDENT

A. Pre-professional Level:
Freshman Year
GE-IV	3
Chem 103, General Chemistry I	5
English 110, English Composition	5
GE-III, Psyc 100 or 260	3
Subtotal	16
Chem 150, Survey of Biochemistry	3
Biol 214, Human Anatomy and Physiology I	4
GEIII	3
GE-IA, Language Skills	3
Fmhn 211, Wellness: Food for Fitness	1
Fmhn 213, Wellness: Body, Mind, Spirit	1
Subtotal	15
B. Professional Level:
Sophomore Year (*See note below)
Fmhn 212, Navigating Health Care	1
Nsys 230, Introduction to the Profession	3
Fmhn 235, Nursing: Professional Caring	3
GE-IB, Statistics	3
Biol 314, Human Anatomy and Physiology II	4
Subtotal	14
Fmhn 260, Nursing: Introduction to Clinical Decision-Making	4
Biol 250, Microbiology	3
GE-III Psyc 330, Human Development	3
GE-IV	3
Physical Activity	1
Subtotal	14
*Curriculum plan during sophomore year is under revision. Students should contact their advisers.
Junior Year
Adtn 345, Nursing: Health and Health Deviations of Adults I, Theory and Practice	7
Fmhn 335, Nursing: Health Promotion with Child, Families, & Community	4
Nsys 330, Nursing: Context of Practice	2
GE-III or GE-V	3
Subtotal	16
Adtn 350, Nursing: Health & Health Deviations of Adults II	4
Adtn 352, Nursing Practice: Adults II	2
Fmhn 368, Nursing Practice: Children/Family/Community	2
Adtn 358/Fmhn 358, Nursing: Individual/Family Transitions	2
GE-IV or GE-V	3
Elective	2
Subtotal	15
Senior Year
Adtn 420, Nursing: Health Enhancement	4
Adtn 422, Nursing Practice: Health Enhancement	2
Fmhn 435, Nursing: Family/Child with Health Deviations	2
Fmhn 438, Nursing Practice: Child/Family with Health Deviations	3
Nsys 432, Nursing: Management within Systems	4
Subtotal	15
Nsys 470, Nursing: Professional Practice within Systems 2
Nsys 472, Nursing Practice: Synthesis and Reflection 7
Elective 3
GE-IV 3
Subtotal	15
Total number of credits required for the degree	120

 

INDEPENDENT STUDY

Under the course numbers 399 and 499, each department in the

College of Nursing and Health Sciences provides students with opportunities for student-initiated independent study in areas of special interest with guidance of a faculty member.

Eligibility. Independent Study courses are open only to juniors and seniors. A student with a nursing major may elect an Independent Study, provided the student has at least 3.00 resident and total GPAs.

Restrictions. One to three credits of Independent Study (399 or 499) may be elected during any semester. A total of no more than six independent study credits in Nursing may be counted toward graduation. Independent Study courses may not be applied toward completion of the General Education requirements.

Procedure. The student shall obtain Independent Study forms from the department secretary. Initial approval is required prior to enrollment.

DIRECTED STUDY

Courses numbered 295, 395, and 495 offered by departments in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences are designed to permit individual students or groups of students to undertake special projects related to their educational interests and goals.

Eligibility. Registration for a Directed Study course requires the permission of the faculty member who agrees to supervise the project and of the department offering the course. Any further conditions of eligibility may be established by the department or published as part of the course description.

Restrictions. One to three credits of Directed Study (295, 395, or 495) may be elected during any semester. A total of no more than six directed study credits in Nursing may be counted toward graduation. Directed Study courses may not be applied toward completion of the General Education requirements.

Procedure. The student shall obtain Directed Study forms from the department secretary. Initial approval is required prior to enrollment.

UNDERGRADUATE NURSING HONORS PROGRAM

The nursing honors program is designed to complement and extend the learning experiences generally available to students majoring in nursing by (1) requiring the student to engage in independent thought that culminates in a specific scholarly paper or project; (2) allowing the student to select options within courses and to pursue independent study in a specific area or focus; (3) enhancing the student's ability to analyze, synthesize, and critically appraise knowledge from nursing and other disciplines in a specific area; and (4) facilitating the student's ability to adopt suitable leadership and scholarly behaviors as he or she assumes the responsibilities incumbent in the professional role as a member of the discipline of nursing.

The objectives of the Honors Program are consistent with the objectives of the basic undergraduate program of nursing. Honors students in nursing, however, will have an opportunity to meet the program's objectives in a more individualized, rigorous, and challenging manner. In addition, honors students will complete a significant piece of independent work (paper or project) that is evaluated and approved by a faculty committee.

Eligibility. Nursing students with resident and total GPAs of 3.50 or higher may be admitted.

Application. A written application shall be approved by the Dean after receiving the recommendation of the academic adviser.

Requirements for Completion. A student must earn a minimum of eight nursing honors credits. At least three of the credits must be taken as an honors option course. The remaining credits may be earned either through independent study or honors option courses. The student is required to pass an oral evaluation in a format agreed upon by the student and the student's honors committee. The evaluation will focus on a paper or project which reflects work taken throughout the program.

R.N./B.S.N. OPTION

Collaborative Nursing Degree (Code 700-005)
UW-Eau Claire, together with other UW institutions offering nursing programs, has developed a collaborative degree completion program for registered nurses. This collaborative endeavor is possible due to developing technology in the electronic transmission of courses. Students naming UW-Eau Claire as their home institution in the collaborative program receive student services from this University. General education requirements can be taken at any institution where equivalent transfer credit can be obtained. This general education must meet the overall UW-Eau Claire General Education requirements if the degree is to be obtained from UW-Eau Claire. Formal application to the Collaborative Nursing Program must be made in the semester prior to enrolling in nursing courses. In order to be considered, students must have been accepted to the University, have completed at least 30 credits of general education courses, including three of the required sciences, have earned a minimum GPA of 2.50, and have a current nursing license. The majority of nursing courses in the collaborative program are taught through a variety of distance technology methods. A capstone experience with a clinical component is offered on campus (see nursing courses with CND prefix). Further information may be obtained from the Associate Dean, College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

To qualify for the B.S.N. degree a candidate must meet the 120 credit University graduation requirement, with a GPA of 2.50 or higher, and must meet all University and College of Nursing and Health Sciences graduation requirements (statistics and biochemistry).

SUMMARY OF NURSING COURSE/CREDITS FOR COLLABORATIVE NURSING PROGRAM

	Credits
CND 317 Health Assessment	4
CND 341 Theoretical Foundations	4
CND 434 Nursing Research	3
CND 437 Management and Leadership in Nursing	4
CND 444 Community Health Nursing	3
CND 476 Nursing within Systems: Issues and Analyses	2
CND 478 Nursing within Systems: Application and Reflection	4
Credit by confirming course for prior nursing education*	30
Nursing Electives	6
Total	60
*First CND core course completed with a grade of B or above

 

R.N./B.S.N. OPTION-WTCS Associate Degree in Nursing/May 1996 or later Collaborative Nursing Degree (Code 700-006)

UW-Eau Claire, together with other UW institutions offering nursing programs, has developed a collaborative degree completion program for registered nurses. This collaborative endeavor is possible due to developing technology in the electronic transmission of courses. Students naming UW-Eau Claire as their home institution in the collaborative program receive student services from this University. General education requirements can be taken at any institution where equivalent transfer credit can be obtained. This general education must meet the overall UW-Eau Claire General Education requirements if the degree is to be obtained from UW-Eau Claire. Formal application to the Collaborative Nursing Program must be made in the semester prior to enrolling in nursing courses. In order to be considered, students must have been accepted to the University, have completed at least 30 credits of general education courses, including three of the required sciences, have earned a minimum GPA of 2.50, and have a current nursing license. The majority of nursing courses in the collaborative program are taught through a variety of distance technology methods. A capstone experience with a clinical component is offered on campus (see nursing courses with CND prefix). Further information may be obtained from the Associate Dean, College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Students in this option are eligible for the benefits of the articulation agreement between UW-System and WTCS non-college associate degree programs in nursing.

To qualify for the B.S.N. degree a candidate must meet the 120 credit University graduation requirement, with a GPA of 2.50 or higher, and must meet all University and nursing program graduation requirements (statistics and biochemistry).

SUMMARY OF NURSING COURSE/CREDITS FOR COLLABORATIVE NURSING PROGRAM

	Credits
CND 317 Health Assessment	4
CND 341 Theoretical Foundations	4
CND 434 Nursing Research	3
CND 437 Management and Leadership in Nursing	4
CND 444 Community Health Nursing	3
CND 476 Nursing within Systems: Issues and Analyses	2
CND 478 Nursing within Systems: Application and Reflection	4
Credit by confirming course for prior nursing education*	30
Nursing Electives	6
Total	60
*First CND core course completed with a grade of B or above

 

R.N./M.S.N. Option

The R.N./M.S.N. Option facilitates the progression of qualified Registered Nurse students enrolled in the Collaborative Nursing Program into the Masters Program in Nursing. This Option provides the opportunity for the qualified nurse to earn credits toward the M.S.N. while completing the baccalaureate degree in nursing. This is accomplished by enrolling in selected graduate courses as a senior undergraduate CNP student. Permission must be obtained by the Associate Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences prior to enrollment in this option.

Master of Science in Nursing

The graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Nursing degree is designed to prepare an Adult or Family Health Nurse to assume leadership and scholarship roles in professional nursing. Students may choose functional role preparation in advanced clinical practice, education, or administration. A full-time student with no undergraduate deficiencies requires at least four semesters to complete the program. More specific information is available in the Graduate Catalogue or from the Associate Dean, College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

School Nurse Certification

Nurses interested in the School Nurse Certification program should contact the Family Health Nursing department chair for information and an application. Requirements for certification include:

1. a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
2. license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin.
3. successful completion of the PPST, Pre-professional Skills Test.
4. human development course (Psyc 330).
5. Advanced School Nursing (Fmhn 441/641).
6. School Nursing Practicum (Fmhn 442/642).
7. human relations course (Fed 385/585).
8. exceptional education course (Sped 330 or 400).
9. reading course (CI 425/625).
10. a 3.00 or higher GPA in certification program requirements.

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