The University of Montevallo College of Health Professions offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The BSN degree may be completed through the Pre-licensure BSN track or the RN to BSN track. Both program tracks prepare graduates for generalist practice to provide direct and indirect care to individuals, families, groups, communities, or populations. .
The BSN graduate is prepared to provide comprehensive care in a variety of acute, community and rehabilitative settings. Program emphasis includes clinical nursing practice, health promotion and maintenance, hands-on experience across the continuum of care, and preparation for assuming leadership roles and graduate study in nursing. The baccalaureate curriculum provides a solid foundation for graduate study. The BSN program is approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
RN to BSN Program Track
The RN to BSN program is designed for registered nurses who wish to continue their nursing education and obtain their BSN. The baccalaureate curriculum is designed to prepare students for work within the growing and changing healthcare environment. The program is a 3-semester hybrid format with required integrated clinical practice experiences that may be completed in approved clinical sites in the student’s community.
In addition to the University’s general admission requirements as described in the Undergraduate Admissions section of the Bulletin, students seeking admission to the RN to BSN program must meet the following additional requirements at the time of the application:
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Earned ASN/Diploma from an accredited Nursing program.
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GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale.
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Unencumbered active registered nurse (RN) license in Alabama.
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Resume
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
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Personal statement
Enrollment Requirements
Upon admission all BSN students will receive information concerning current UM Nursing requirements for enrollment. These include but may not be limited to: student health physical examination; clinical agency required immunizations; Level 2 criminal background check; fingerprinting; American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support certification; and drug screen.
Progression
The minimum passing grade for a Nursing curriculum required course is a “C.” A course may be repeated only one time if a grade lower than a “C” is made, and the hours will be counted as hours attempted. Courses may be repeated only at UM.
Students must remain in compliance with all nursing program requirements as outlined in the BSN Program Handbook. Failure to maintain the academic and professional standards specified in the BSN Program student handbook may result in dismissal from the BSN program.
In addition to the requirements listed below, students must meet all general graduation requirements as listed in the Undergraduate Academic Policies section in this Bulletin. A minimum of 120 semester hours is required for completion.