B.S.N. Nursing Program Map
Carrollton Location
The Carrollton campus offers a six semester program. The pre-licensure track offered on these campuses are for students who have never been licensed as an RN. This program prepares graduates who are eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN, the national licensing examination to become a Registered Nurse.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
64
Major Credit Hours
0
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C1: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1001 OR 1111
Quantitative Skills and Reasoning or College Algebra |
3 |
|
I2: XIDS 2002
(Recommended) First-Year Seminar Course |
2 |
|
T1: BIOL 1107 OR CHEM 1151
Principles of Biology I or Survey of Chemistry I + lab sections |
4 |
| S2: Social Science | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 a C or better.
- Complete BIOL 1107 with lab or CHEM 1151K with a B or better.
- MATH 1111 is a co-requisite for CHEM 1151K.
- Make C or better in MATH 1001 or MATH 1111.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C2: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
T2: BIOL 1108 OR CHEM 1152
Principles of Biology II or Survey of Chemistry II + Lab Section |
4 |
|
T3: MATH 1401
Elementary Statistic |
3 |
| A: Humanities | 3 |
|
I2 course
If not already taken during term 1 |
2 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
- Complete BIOL 1108 with lab or CHEM 1152K with a B or better.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 13 Spring Credit Hours = 28 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: BIOL 2251 + Lab
Anatomy & Physiology I |
4 |
|
S1: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
|
P2: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
| A: Humanities | 3 |
Milestone:
- Make C or better in BIOL 2251 and Lab section.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: BIOL 22 52 + Lab
Anatomy & Physiology II |
4 |
|
F: BIOL 22 60 + Lab
Foundations of Microbiology |
4 |
|
P1: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
| I1: Oral Communication | 3 |
Milestone:
- Make C or better in BIOL 2252 and BIOL 2260 along with Lab section.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
NURS 3000
Holistic Health Assessment |
3 |
|
NURS 3210
Medication Mathematics |
1 |
|
NURS 3101
Professional Nursing Concepts I |
3 |
13 Fall Credit Hours + 14 Spring Credit Hours + 7 summer Credit Hours = 34 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
NURS 2101
Pathophysiology & Pharmacology I |
3 |
|
NURS 3201
Health Care of Client I |
4 |
|
NURS 3301
Clinical Practice I |
6 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
NURS 3100
Pathophysiology & Pharmacology II |
3 |
|
NURS 3202
Health Care of the Client II |
4 |
|
NURS 3302
Clinical Practice II |
6 |
|
NURS 3200
Student Success Seminar, (HESI Fundamentals) |
1 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
NURS 3400
Nursing Research & EBP |
3 |
|
NURS 3102
Professional Nursing Concepts II |
2 |
|
NURS 3300
Student Success Seminar, (HESI Pharmacology) |
1 |
13 Fall Credit Hours + 14 Spring Credit Hours + 6 Summer Credit Hours = 33 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
NURS 4103
Professional Concepts Capstone |
3 |
|
NURS 4201
Health Care of the Client III |
4 |
|
NURS 4300
Clinical Specialty Practice |
3 |
|
NURS 4301
Clinical Practice III |
5 |
|
NURS 4100
Student Success Seminar, (HESI Medical/Surgical [Session II – 8 weeks]) |
1 |
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
NURS 4202
Health Care of the Client IV |
3 |
|
NURS 4302
Clinical Practice IV |
8 |
|
NURS 4000
Preparation for Nursing Licensure |
2 |
16 Fall Credit Hours + 13 Spring Credit Hours = 29 Credit Hours
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Learning Hubs spaces are available, work quietly or connect with an Academic Coach.
Middle Years:
- Check out all the Dining options on campus.
- Dine West offers an all you can eat Sunday Brunch. Meet your student group here.
Last Year:
- Visit the NCSBN website to learn about the NCLEX exam and take one of the two NCLEX practice exams to help prepare for your testing day.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Explore the Campus Life website to connect, get involved, and get support.
- Cheer on the Wolves, UWG Outdoors activities, and use the Event Calendar to plan your activities.
Middle Years:
- Attend a set of Leadership to Go workshops, learn about different leadership models and the importance of self-reflection.
- Connect with other nursing students by joining the UWG SNA chapter or FUN.
Last Year:
- Explore healthcare facilities where you plan to live after graduation and available Residency, Intern, and Extern programs to support you in your first year as a nurse.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Visit the Center for Student Involvement and Inclusion.
- Discover new people and expand your world.
Middle Years:
- Use the Wolf Connect portal to connect with student organizations associated with Nursing.
- Apply for a Nursing Student Scholarship in the UWG Scholarship Portal.
Last Year:
- Expand your nursing world by subscribing to a nursing journal. Nursing journals connect you with nurses and nursing topics from all around the world.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to register to vote and learn about the voting process.
Middle Years:
- Volunteer in the community to help make a difference.
- Be a Volunteer Ambassador.
Last Year:
- Develop an understanding of the issues that affect the community by volunteering at a community clinic.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Check out the Center for Integrative Wellness in the Coliseum which offers resources for students.
- University Recreation provides access to physical wellness.
Middle Years:
- UWG Counseling Center offers free mental health support, counseling, and other resources to keep you at your best.
Last Year:
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan, learn a new hobby or return to the hobby you put aside while in school.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Visit the Student Homepage of the Office of Career and Graduate School Connection. Career counselors are available to help. Take the UWG FOCUS2 assessment.
Middle Years:
- Register with Handshake to find off-campus, and summer work experiences.
- Explore summer internships at area healthcare facilities.
Last Year:
- Develop a LinkedIn profile and join groups related to nursing such as the American Nurses Association.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree can help you get work as the following:
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