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Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing
351A Health Sciences Center, 766-4291
FAX: (307) 766-4294
Web site: http://www.uwyo.edu/Nursing
Dean: Mary E. Burman
Professors:
MARY E. BURMAN, B.S.N. University of Minnesota
1983; M.S. University of Michigan 1986; Ph.D. 1990;
Professor of Nursing 2003; Dean of Nursing 2008.
PAMELA N. CLARKE, B.S.N. Wayne State University 1969; M.P.H. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 1971; Ph.D. Wayne State University 1983; Professor of Nursing 2003.
PAMALA LARSEN, B.S.N. Fort Hays State University 1969; M.S. University of Colorado Health Science Center 1984; Ph. D. University of Norhtern Colorado 1989; Professor of Nursing 2006.
CAROL MACNEE, B.S.N. University of Michigan 1973; M.S.N. University of Virginia 19779; Ph.D. University of Michigan 1990; Professor of Nursing 2004.
Associate Professors:
SUSAN McCABE, B.S.N. Syracuse University 1977; M.S. Russell Sage University 1982; Ed.D. East Tennessee State University 1997; Associate Professor of Nursing 2004.
Assistant Professors:
VIRGINIA M. CONLEY, B.S.N. University of New York 1993; M.S. University of Wyoming 1996; Ph.D. University of South Florida 2001; Assistant Professor of Nursing 2002.
ANN MARIE
HART, B.S.N. Medical College of virginia 1991; M.S.
University of Wyoming 1996; PH.D. University of Colorado
at Boulder 2003; Assistant Professor of Nursing 2003.
Associate Lecturers:
Mary Sue Hager, Holly Miller, Linda Williams
Assistant Lecturers:
Penelope Caldwell, Margaret Cashen, Carole Susan Christman, Anita C. DeSelms, Constance Diaz-Swearingen, Jo-Ann Ginsberg, Linda Johnson,
Laura Meloche, Dana Murphy-Parker, Kristy Nielson, Lois Pine,
Sherrie Rubio-Wallace, Janet Somlyay
Adjunct Faculty:
Margo Burrows, Leigh Earle, Ann Enlow, Tracy Farris, Pam Gale, Mary Gills, Sue Hume, Sue Lowe, Teri Lund, James Martinchick, Susan Nelson, Marcia Newell, Jeanine Niemoller, Karen Ouzts, Shawn Petrini, Thelma Robinson, Scott Seys, Patty Sherard, Marsha Siegel,
Janice Stephens, Veronica Taylor, Brenda Vance, Clarann Weinart, Robert Weinland, Wendy Wright
Emeriti:
Marcia L. Dale, Nancy Jansa, Beverly Taheri-Kennedy, Beverly McDermott, Fay W. Whitney, Elizabeth H. Wiest,
Norma Wilkerson
The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing provides a curriculum based on the solid foundation of a general studies program. University students are individuals who come with learning preferences, different experiences, varied goals, and therefore, have unique learning needs. The primary responsibility of faculty is to empower students to become self-directed learners. Active learning is a teaching/learning partnership.
The baccalaureate program prepares the student to enter professional nursing practice as a beginning provider of nursing care in a variety of settings, cultivates a commitment to professional development, and provides the foundation for graduate study. Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of responses to the human health experience. The nursing process is systematic and is implemented through a collaborative nurse-client relationship involving interpersonal communication and shared responsibility. Faculty believe that the practice of nursing includes promotion/protection of health, acute care and rehabilitation. Professional nurses function in the roles of carer/helper, counselor, and advocate; consumer of research; and leader within their scope of practice. The professional nurse demonstrates caring/helping and counseling through assistive, supportive, and facilitative actions that are responsive to the needs of others. As an advocate, the nurse acts on behalf of clients and protects their rights. Research links the science and practice of nursing. The role of consumer of research is demonstrated by participating in, valuing, and using research findings to improve practice and to modify care based on a changing and expanding body of knowledge. Leadership is demonstrated through shared, planned change, delivering high quality care, evaluation of outcomes, and improving care.
The outcomes of the undergraduate programs are to:
1. Synthesize knowledge from liberal arts, sciences, and humanities through the process of critical thinking in the practice of professional nursing.
2. Employ health promotion - disease prevention strategies when advocating for individuals, families, groups, and communities.
3. Make effective clinical decisions in health care situations through the application of the nursing process.
4. Effectively communicate with diverse groups and disciplines to provide safe, compassionate, culturally sensitive care to people.
5. Use critically evaluated research in providing evidence-based nursing care.
6. Evaluate the outcomes of care, using the nursing process for diverse populations and the global community.
7. Use technology and information systems effectively to promote optimal professional nursing practice.
8. Lead in the practice and profession of nursing.
9. Demonstrate behaviors that reflect accountability through adherence to the nursing code of ethics, professional and legal standards, and the values of nursing as a caring profession. 10. Engage in self directed professional development.
Graduates receive the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, and upon successful completion of the licensure examination, are eligible to practice as registered nurses. Completion of the baccalaureate degree is a requirement for admission to graduate study leading to advanced nursing practice.
Graduate Program
The School of Nursing offers a graduate program for advanced practice in rural health nursing. This program includes two options: nurse practitioner (family or psychiatric mental health) and nurse educator. The program has been approved for inclusion as a WICHE regional graduate program. See the Graduate Bulletin for further information.
Accreditation and Membership
The baccalaureate and graduate programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The Wyoming State Board of Nursing has approved the program. A graduate is qualified to apply for admission to the licensing examination offered by the board.
Scholastic Requirements
University policies governing scholastic requirements, including probation and dismissal, apply to students enrolled in the School of Nursing. In addition to university requirements, the School of Nursing has the following scholastic requirements:
1. Grade of at least a C in all required courses.
2. Prerequisites must be met with C or better prior to entering each nursing course.
3. A cumulative G.P.A. of 2.50 based on required courses is the minimum required for admission to the nursing major.
4. Students must attain a 2.00 (C) or S in each nursing course, as well as a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.50 based on required courses to progress.
5. Single prerequisite, requisite, or nursing major course may not be repeated more than once.
6. Total of four prerequisite or requisite courses may be repeated.
7. Total of two nursing courses in the major may be repeated.
8. Students must have a satisfactory score on a nationally normed test as outlined in the nursing curriculum. (Not applicable to RN/BSN.)
Other Requirements
All nursing students must be able to perform the essential functions of a student nurse. Reasonable accommodations will be afforded to student nurses with disabilities as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Faculty and staff from the School of Nursing will work with staff from the University Disability Support Services office to determine what constitute reasonable accommodations.
As part of the requirements for admission and progression in the program, students will need to undergo criminal background checks. Drug screening may be required by some clinical sites.
Cost of the Program
University fees, testing fees, and special supplies are paid for by students of nursing. Varieties of clinical facilities in and out of state are used in the practical application of learning. Responsibility for travel arrangements to the clinical areas rests with the student.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing offers a baccalaureate program with three options to obtain the BSN degree:
1. Basic BSN – a basic, entry-level BSN option for the student wishing to become a registered nurse at the baccalaureate level.
2. Bachelors Reach for Accelerated Nursing Degree (BRAND) – an accelerated BSN option for the student who has already achieved a previous non-nursing baccalaureate degree and wishes to become a registered nurse at the baccalaureate level.
3. RN/BSN Completion – a BSN completion option for the registered nurse who wishes to further their education to the baccalaureate level.
Please refer to the appropriate section following to obtain specific details related to the option you are interested in for obtaining the BSN degree.
RNs with a non-nursing baccalaureate degree – for the student whose ultimate educational goal is to earn a master’s degree in nursing, it is not required that a baccalaureate degree in nursing be earned prior to applying for the graduate program. Evidence of additional prerequisite courses is required. All admission requirements to the graduate program must be met prior to acceptance for that program, and there is no guarantee of admission. See the Graduate Bulletin for further information.
Basic BSN
This option is an on-campus, basic, entry-level BSN option for students who are interested in pursuing to become a registered nurse.
Second baccalaureate degree seeking students have the option of pursuing the Basic BSN or BRAND (see information under that heading). Students who are planning an associate degree for the RN first should consider the RN/BSN Completion (see information under that heading).
Admission
Students who meet university requirements are admitted to the university. Graduates of fully accredited high schools may declare the pre-nursing component of the Basic BSN (declared NURS major) with a minimum math placement score of 3 or an ACT math score of 23. For students who do not meet these requirements, it is suggested that they major in general undeclared so that they will receive more appropriate advising through the Center for Advising and Career Services. They would still be able to work toward becoming a pre-nursing major, but progression through the nursing curriculum will be delayed a minimum of one year until they have achieved eligibility to enroll and succeed in College Algebra, Biology, and Chemistry. Students seeking to transfer into the pre-nursing component must have a minimum nursing grade point average (NGPA) of 2.5 calculated on all prerequisite courses; however, this does not guarantee progression to the nursing major component. Further acceptance into the pre-nursing component of the Basic BSN will also be based on evaluation of their academic work with consideration of the School of Nursing BSN Program Scholastic Requirements.
Application to the nursing major component of this option must be received by the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing no later than February 1 for fall admission (postmarks do not meet the application deadline). Students applying for admission to the nursing major must be certified as a nursing assistant (CNA). (LPN licensure will also satisfy this requirement). Verification of active certification/licensure is required by application deadline. The number of students admitted to the nursing major is limited. Admission is a competitive process and applicants meeting minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to the major. Re-entry to this option is dependent upon space availability. The application deadline for spring re-entry is November 1.
Criteria for admission to the nursing major component of the Basic BSN include, but are not limited to:
1.Completion of specified course prerequisites by the end of the spring semester prior to the fall in which seeking admission.
2. Students must have a C or better in all required courses and a minimum nursing grade point average (NGPA) of 2.5 calculated on all prerequisite courses; however, this does not guarantee progression to the nursing major component.
3.Active CNA Certification (LPN Licensure).
4. Personal essays (applicants will be asked to address specific questions/topics).
5. School of Nursing Basic BSN Recommendation Forms (form available through nursing website)
Program of Study
Courses are usually fall and spring semesters of the university academic calendar. One semester of senior residency during spring of the senior year may require students to live in locations away from their home campus.
Curriculum
Minimum requirement to graduate from the School of Nursing with a major in professional nursing is 120 semester hours of credit. Students may have to take additional electives to meet minimum credit requirements.
Evaluation of transfer courses is required for determination of how courses may transfer to UW and be applicable to the nursing curriculum. Some course requirements could vary based on individual academic backgrounds.
With regards to our required courses, PHCY 4450 (Pathophysiology) and PHCY 4470 (Pharmacology), please be advised that these courses must be upper division (3000/4000 level); lower division/Community College level courses do not satisfy this requirement; transfer courses need to be reviewed for acceptability.
Area requirements for admission to the nursing major (JR/SR years) are as follows under the Basic BSN Course Sequence:
Basic BSN Course Sequence
(Active CNA certification required for admission to Nursing Major Component; verification required by application deadline.)
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Pre-Nursing
Prerequisite Courses (Courses required for admission to the nursing major component.) |
Hours |
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ENGL 1010 (WA) |
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Approved (WB) course (recommend WB/CH course) |
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MATH 1400 (QA) |
3 |
| 4 | |
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LIFE 1010 (SB) |
4 |
| 4 | |
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KIN 2040 (SB) |
3 |
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KIN 2041 (SB) |
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| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 5 | |
| 3 | |
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PSYC 1000 (CS) |
4 |
| 2-3 | |
| 3 | |
| Total Hours | 49-50 |
|
Required Elective/Graduation Courses |
Hours |
|
NURS 1000 (I/L) |
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|
Approved CA course |
|
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Approved CH course (if not met by WB/CH course) |
3 |
|
Approved G course (if not met by ANTH 1200) |
3 |
|
COJO 1010 (O) |
3 |
|
PEAC 1001 (P) |
1 |
|
Approved V course |
3 |
|
Upper Division Elective (any 3000/4000 level course) |
3 |
| Total Hours | 13-20 |
Nursing Major Component
(6o credits)
(Nursing application/fee required))
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JUNIOR YEAR: Fall
|
Hours |
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|
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|
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| 3 | |
| 3 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| Total Hours | 17 |
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JUNIOR YEAR: Spring
|
Hours |
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|
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|
|
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| Total Hours | 14 |
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SENIOR YEAR: Fall
|
Hours |
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NURS 4150 (L) |
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| 3 | |
| 4 | |
| Total Hours | 16 |
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SENIOR YEAR: Spring
|
Hours |
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| Total Hours | 15 |
|
Minimum Hours Required for the Degree |
120 |
BRAND
This option is for students who have already achieved a previous non-nursing baccalaureate degree and who are seeking an accelerated option for obtaining the BSN.
Working with the Outreach School, nursing theory and supporting courses are offered online with periodic intensive on-campus experiences. Clinical coursework is arranged at a WY healthcare institution. This option is a ‘summer to summer’ format with a full time schedule of courses.
Admission
Students must be admitted to the university by the application deadline (declared NUBR major). Application to the nursing major component of this option must be received by the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing no later than December 15 for summer admission. Applications are available online through the nursing web site and are submitted online. The number of students admitted to BRAND is limited and admission is a competitive process. Applicants meeting minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to this option. Acceptance into BRAND is also based on evaluation of students’ academic work with consideration of the School of Nursing BSN Program Scholastic Requirements. Applications will be reviewed following the application deadline and personal interviews will be scheduled for qualified applicants.
Criteria for admission to BRAND include:
1. Completed baccalaureate degree prior to application to BRAND.
2.Completion of specified course prerequisites by the end of the fall semester prior to the summer in which seeking admission.
3. Students must have a C or better in all required courses and a minimum nursing grade point average (NGPA) of 2.5 calculated on all prerequisite courses; however, this does not guarantee admission.
4.Active CNA Certification or LPN Licensure.
5. Personal essays (applicants will be asked to address specific questions/topics).
6.Three letters of recommendation addressing adult learner capabilities (form available through nursing website).
7. Interview.
Curriculum
Minimum requirement for the second bachelor’s (SB) degree candidate to graduate from the School of Nursing with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) is 50 semester hours of credit. This curriculum option totals 58 credit hours.
The minimum requirement for a SB degree is 30 additional semester hours earned from UW, 12 of which must be in upper division level courses. If prior baccalaureate degree was earned through UW, the 30 credit minimum is in addition to the credits earned for previous degree.
Evaluation of transfer courses is required for determination of how courses may transfer to UW and be applicable to the nursing curriculum. Some course requirements could vary based on individual academic backgrounds.
With regards to our required courses, PHCY 4450 (Pathophysiology) and PHCY 4470 (Pharmacology), please be advised that these courses must be upper division (3000/4000 level); lower division/Community College level courses do not satisfy this requirement; transfer courses need to be reviewed for acceptability.
Area requirements for admission to the nursing major are as follows under the BRAND Course Sequence.
BRAND Course Sequence
|
Pre-Nursing Component |
Hours |
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STAT 2050 or 2070 |
4 |
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KIN 2040 |
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KIN 2041 |
1 |
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KIN/ZOO 3115 |
1 |
|
MOLB 2240 |
5 |
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PSYC 1000 |
3 |
|
FCSC 1140 or 1141 |
2-3 |
| Total Hours | 22-23 |
|
(Students will have completed at minimum a baccalaureate degree, therefore the purpose and intent of the University's USP general education requirements will be satisfied. Students lacking college level prerequisites will be advised accordingly) |
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Required Elective Courses |
Hours |
|
Approved US/WY Constitution course |
3 |
| (Students who have completed an acceptable, transferable US Constitution course will only have to complete the remaining WY Constitution component as required by UW. The WY Constitution component may be satisfied through the 1 credit exam or course.) | |
| Total Hours | 3 |
Nursing Major Component
(22 credits)
(Nursing application/fee required. Courses offered more than once a year depending on sufficient enrollment and faculty availability.)
|
Summer |
Hours |
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| 2 | |
| 2 | |
| 3 | |
| 4 | |
| Total Hours | 12 |
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Fall |
Hours |
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| 6 | |
| 4 | |
| Total Hours | 19 |
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Spring |
Hours |
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| 3 | |
| 6 | |
| 3 | |
| Total Hours | 18 |
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Summer |
Hours |
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| 2 | |
| Total Hours | 12 |
The BRAND curriculum is currently undergoing some additional revisions in particular, courses identified within the spring semester of the nursing major component. Anticipated changes include credit adjustments along with an additional course. For questions/updates, contact accel@uwyo.edu.
RN/BSN Completion
This option is for students who are registered nurses and who have a current active RN license (current documentation must be on file with the School of Nursing throughout participation in the RN/BSN Completion). Nursing theory courses are offered online. A clinical course is taken as near to the student’s home as possible, depending on the availability of adequate clinical sites. Clinical courses are specific to BSN roles. No on campus time required.
Admission
Students who meet university requirements are admitted to the university (declared NUBS major) in the pre-nursing component of the RN/BSN Completion. Students are accepted for admission in the nursing major component once prerequisite courses are completed with a grade of C or better. A minimum grade point average of 2.5 is required on all prerequisite courses. Acceptance into the RN/BSN Completion is also based on evaluation of students’ academic work with consideration of the School of Nursing BSN Program Scholastic Requirements.
Application to the nursing major component of this track must be received by the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing no later than June 1 for fall admission, October 1 for spring admission, or February 1 for summer admission. Applications are available online through the nursing website and are submitted online. Students applying for admission to the nursing major component must have a valid, unencumbered RN license in the state in which planning to complete clinical course work (current documentation must be on file with the School of Nursing throughout participation in the RN/BSN Completion).
Criteria for admission to the nursing major component of the RN/BSN Completion include:
1. Official transcripts are required from all other colleges/universities attended to be on file with the University of Wyoming indicating an associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited school.
2. Completion of specified course prerequisites by the end of the semester prior to semester in which seeking admission.
3. Students must have a C or better in all required courses and a minimum nursing grade point average (NGPA) of 2.5 calculated on all prerequisite courses.
4. Active RN Licensure.
Curriculum
Minimum requirement to graduate from the School of Nursing with a major in professional nursing is 120 semester hours of credit. Additional elective courses are required to complete the degree and can be taken anytime before graduation. It is important for students to be aware of course prerequisites and to be in regular contact with a nursing adviser.
Evaluation of transfer courses is required for determination of how courses may transfer to UW and be applicable to the nursing curriculum. Some course requirements could vary based on individual academic backgrounds.
With regards to our required courses, PHCY 4450 (Pathophysiology) and PHCY 4470 (Pharmacology), please be advised that these courses must be upper division (3000/4000 level); lower division/Community College level courses do not satisfy this requirement; transfer courses need to be reviewed for acceptability.
Area requirements for admission to the nursing major are as follows under the RN/BSN Completion Course Sequence.
RN/BSN Completion Course Sequence
(Documentation of a current active RN license must be on file with the School of Nursing throughout participation in the program)
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Pre-Nursing Component |
Hours |
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ENGL 1010 (WA) |
3 |
| Approved WB course |
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| Approved QA course | 3 |
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PSYC 1000 (CS) |
3 |
| SOC 1000 (CS) or 1100 (CS) or ANTH 1200 (CS/G) | 3 |
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KIN 2040 (SB) |
3 |
|
KIN 2041 (SB) |
1 |
| 4 | |
| Total Hours | 23 |
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Requisite Courses (Courses should be completed before taking courses in the nursing major component.) |
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| STAT 2050 or 2070 (QB) | 4 |
| MOLB 2021 | 4 |
| PHCY 4450 (Online UW) | 4 |
| PHCY 4470 (Online UW) | 4 |
| Total Hours | 16 |
Required Elective/Graduation
Courses
(Recommend completing prior to admission, but
must be completed by graduation.)
|
Approved CA course |
|
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Approved CH course |
3 |
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Approved G course (if not met by ANTH 1200) |
3 |
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COJO 1010 (O) |
3 |
| 1 | |
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Approved S, SB, SP, SE course |
3-4 |
| Approved V course | 3 |
| Upper Division Elective (any 3000/4000 level course) | 3 |
| Total Hours | 19-23 |
Nursing Major Component
(25 credits)
(Nursing application/fee required.
Courses offered more than once a year depending on sufficient enrollment and
faculty availability.)
|
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| NURS 3020 (D) | 3 |
| NURS 3040 | 2 |
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NURS 3630 (P) |
4 |
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NURS 4150 (L) |
3 |
| NURS 4240 | 3 |
| NURS 4250 (WC) | 3 |
| NURS 4875 | 4 |
| Total Hours | 25 |
Escrow Courses
(Credits posted to student transcript
following admission to the nursing major component and subsequent NURS 3630
enrollment.)
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| NURS 3430 | 3 |
| NURS 3470 | 4 |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| NURS 4170 | 4 |
| NURS 4435 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 25 |
| Minimum Hours Required for the Degree | 120 |
Please send comments or questions to registrar@uwyo.edu
Last Change:03/14/08