About the Program
The one-year accelerated BSN program is designed especially for the individual holding a bachelor's degree in another field who is drawn to the rich and diverse experience that nursing offers. The curriculum is designed to be completed in one calendar year. Upon successful completion of the program, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is conferred.
Students in this intensive 12 month program
master clinical skills and theoretical knowledge
find opportunity to change careers efficiently
experience a climate that recognizes personal experiences
builds on the strength of previous education
All full-time nursing faculty are registered nurses (RNs).
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW #530, Washington, DC 20036, tel. (202) 887– 6791.
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is to provide basic professional
education. Graduates are prepared to function independently or in collaboration with other health care providers to serve individuals and families in hospitals and community settings. The program is designed to encourage students’ active participation in achieving program outcomes. Upon completion of the program, the graduates will have a recognition of and desire for continuing professional development and a sound foundation for pursuing graduate education in nursing.
Graduates of the BSN program will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the application of critical thinking skills.
2. Communicate effectively through oral, written, and technological means.
3. Use therapeutic nursing interventions in accordance with the ANA standards of care.
4. Function as a professional in accordance with the ANA standards of professional performance.
5. Develop caring relationships that facilitate health and healing.
6. Demonstrate leadership and political awareness to foster advocacy, health promotion, and health care delivery.
7. Provide service to the profession and community.
8. Possess the foundation for graduate education and the pursuit of lifelong learning.
KBN Regulation on Mandatory Reporting of Criminal Convictions
Kentucky Board of Nursing Regulatory Requirements for Mandatory Reporting of Criminal Convictions with Application for RN Licensure
An applicant for an RN license in Kentucky must report and submit documentation of felonies and/or misdemeanors. The applicant is required to report and submit the following documentation on the RN license application under CRIMINAL HISTORY:
All Felonies: Certified court documents and a detailed letter of explanation
All Misdemeanors received within 5 years of the date of application: Certified court documents and a detailed letter of explanation
ALL DUIs (Driving Under the Influence): Certified court documents and a detailed letter of explanation
All Misdemeanors received prior to 5 years of the date of application: No documentation required
Traffic offenses, OTHER THAN DUIs, do not have to be reported.
"The statute [KRS 314.091(1)(b)] states that the Kentucky Board of Nursing may take action on any felony or a misdemeanor that involved drugs, alcohol, fraud, deceit, falsification of records, a breach of trust, physical harm or endangerment to others, dishonesty, or sexual offenses. The Kentucky Board of Nursing can deny an application for a license for criminal convictions(s). Denial of licensure is a formal disciplinary action."
Admission Information The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing admission process is competitive and only the top candidates are selected. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 overall and for the pre-requisite coursework is required for application for admission to the program. Meeting the minimum application GPA does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
We are currently accepting applications for the May 2009 start date. Applications are due by September 1, 2008. The review of applications will begin on September 2, 2008 and the review process will take 8 – 10 weeks. We plan to select approximately 90 applicants for admission and an alternate pool of approximately 20 applicants. You will be notified of your admission status (admitted, denied or alternate candidate) by November 15, 2008. If you are admitted to the program, a $200 non-refundable tuition deposit will be due on December 15, 2008 to confirm your position in the program. We do not operate a waiting list.
Get Started
Print the application, complete it, and mail it to the Office of Admission at 2001 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY 40205 and contact your previous college(s) and request that official transcripts be sent directly to Bellarmine University.
If you are interested in taking any of your pre-requisites at Louisville area colleges/ universities please review this list of appropriate courses.
Prerequisite courses:
Developmental Psychology
Statistics
Nutrition
Ethics
Microbiology
Anatomy & Physiology (6 - 8 hours, may be taken as A&P I and II or as one semester of Anatomy and one of semester Physiology)
Requirements
complete a bachelor’s degree or higher in any discipline from a regionally accredited college or university
a minimum pre-requisite grade point average of 2.75/4.00
a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75/4.00
a grade of B – or better in all pre-requisite natural science and nutrition courses
a grade of C or better in all other pre-requisites courses
complete of 5 of the 7 pre-requisite courses prior to application
submit a complete Accelerated BSN program application to the university’s Office of Admission (including official transcripts for all colleges and universities attended)
submit a personal statement which addresses educational and professional goals
a personal interview if requested
complete all program pre-requisites and degree by January 1 of the program year
If any transcripts or undergraduate degree are from an international institution you must provide an original copy of a third party course by course credential valuation. The following organizations offer this service and information regarding processes and fees are available at: http://www.aacrao.org/credential/index.htm http://www.wes.org/ http://www.ece.org/
If your undergraduate degree is from an international institution, you were born outside the United States, or English is your second language, you will be required to take the TOEFLiBT (internet-based test) and receive a total score of 83 or higher and a 26 or higher on the speaking test. If you desire to request a TOEFL waiver, you must submit a written request to the Nursing Admission, Progression and Graduation Committee. The Nursing Admission, Progression and Graduation Committee reserves the right to require a TOEFL from any applicant.
Successfully complete a Medicare approved certified nurse aide course prior to January 1 of the program year.
Financial Information Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You may complete the FAFSA by visiting http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ As a second degree student in the accelerated nursing program, you are eligible only for federal student loans. (Generally UP TO 10,500 per academic year - this amount is affected by any outside funding assistance you may receive) The amount of student loan assistance available during pre-requisite coursework is also determined by the FAFSA.
Many hospitals in our area offer funding assistance in return for a work contract upon graduation. Review the Hospital Recruiter List for contact information and assistance with those scholars program.
Learn More If you have questions after reviewing the above details, you may contact Julie Armstrong-Binnix, Lansing School of Nursing and Health Sciences Recruiter at julieab@bellarmine.edu. Also, if you live in the area please plan to attend in Information Session to learn more about the program.
