Nursing: Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (M)
The Traditional Undergraduate Nursing program at Concordia University is committed to helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit. Though a rigorous curriculum, our students are well-prepared to sit for the NCLEX-RN Licensure Exam at the culmination of their studies.
With a foundation in Christ, our nursing students receive a well-rounded liberal arts core as well as the art and science of nursing. Skillfully integrated into our program of study are concepts related to interprofessional communication, collaboration, professionalism and leadership.
Sessions with our high-fidelity manikins and skills team will prepare you for your clinical experiences. Through collaboration with area healthcare partners, you will have multiple opportunities to apply the theoretical concepts and skills you learn during clinical. We are dedicated to your success, and look forward to helping you reach your goal of becoming a professional nurse.
Program Highlights
- Clinical courses begin second semester of sophomore year. Our program offers more specialty clinicals than many others.
- Global health experience is available.
- Fall and spring program admission.
- Individualized attention and faculty guided tutoring.
- 24/7 access to skills lab.
- Multi-bed high-fidelity simulation lab and hands-on skills lab.
- Active Student Nurses Association and Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society.
- Financial assistance and scholarships are available.
- Opportunity to continue your education at the graduate level.
Accreditation
Concordia University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Concordia University Wisconsin is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Program Learning Outcomes
The Traditional Undergraduate Nursing curriculum is based on Program Outcomes that reflect the standards for undergraduate nursing education established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
Upon graduation the Bachelor of Science in Nursing student will be able to:
1. Apply liberal arts education and scientific background information into practice.
2. Apply organizational and leadership principles in practice to improve quality and patient safety.
3. Apply current evidence into professional nursing practice.
4. Use informatics and healthcare technologies to inform decision-making regarding quality patient care and safety.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environments.
6. Communicate and collaborate in an interprofessional healthcare environment to deliver safe, high quality patient care.
7. Apply knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention to improve individual and population health.
8. Demonstrate professionalism and professional values within the context of a Christian perspective.
9. Engage in the professional roles of the nurse as care provider, care manager/coordinator, lifelong learner and member of the profession.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements 1 | 45 | |
| Major Requirements | 76 | |
| Electives | ||
Minor: Optional | ||
| Total Hours | 121 | |
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For transfer students, please see the Advanced Transfer Core.
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Common Core | ||
| The Bible | ||
| Christian Faith | ||
| Western Culture & Worldview | ||
| Western Thought & Worldview | ||
| Christian Citizen | ||
| Science & Humanity | ||
| Communication and Language | ||
| Introduction to Writing | ||
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Faith and Life | ||
| Christian Ethics | ||
| Human Beings and Being Human | ||
| Stewardship of the Body | ||
HHP Activity Course | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Natural World | ||
| Elements of General and Biological Chemistry | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Nursing Courses | ||
| NURS 202 | Gerontological Nursing Theory | 3 |
| NURS 203 | Professional Core Foundations | 3 |
| NURS 212 | Gerontologic Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| NURS 213 | Foundational Nursing Skills 1 | 1 |
| NURS 222 | Nursing Pathophysiology | 3 |
| NURS 232 | Wellness Assessment | 3 |
| NURS 250 | Nursing Pharmacology I | 2 |
| NURS 255 | Nursing Pharmacology 2 | 2 |
| NURS 303 | Psychological Wellness Theory | 3 |
| NURS 313 | Foundational Nursing Skills 2 | 1 |
| NURS 315 | Psychological Wellness Clinical | 1 |
| NURS 316 | Alterations in Adult Health 1 Theory | 3 |
| NURS 317 | Alterations in Adult Health 1 Clinical | 2 |
| NURS 335 | Nursing Research | 3 |
| NURS 340 | Community Wellness Theory | 3 |
| NURS 341 | Community Wellness Clinical | 1 |
| NURS 344 | Alterations in Adult Health 2 Theory | 3 |
| NURS 347 | Alterations in Adult Health 2 Clinical | 2 |
| NURS 403 | Alterations in Adult Health 3 Theory | 4 |
| NURS 404 | Alterations in Adult Health 3 Clinical | 2.5 |
| NURS 422 | Family-Centered Nursing: Pediatrics Theory | 3 |
| NURS 423 | Family-Centered Nursing: Pediatrics Clinical | 1 |
| NURS 425 | Family-Centered Nursing: OB & Women's Health Theory | 3 |
| NURS 426 | Family-Centered Nursing: OB & Women's Health Clinical | 1 |
| NURS 440 | Leadership and Management in Healthcare Systems Theory | 3 |
| NURS 441 | Leadership and Management Practicum: In an Evolving Healthcare System | 2.5 |
| Collateral Courses | ||
| BIO 191 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 192 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 149 | Medical Microbiology | 4 |
| PSY 230 | Life Span Development | 3 |
| Total Hours | 76 | |
Major Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NURS 452 | Global Education Mexico 2 | 3 |
| NURS 477 | Introduction to Integrative and Complementary Therapies 2 | 1,2 |
| NURS 494 | Introduction to EKG 2 | 1 |
| NURS 408 | Advanced Concepts in Perfusion 3 | 4 |
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Offered at CUW only
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Offered at CUAA only
Program Admission
Admission: Traditional Freshman Students
Concordia University pre-nursing students who meet all of the following minimum requirements are eligible for direct admission to the traditional undergraduate nursing program. The number of students accepted into the program is dependent on available clinical space and the student's ranking based on the criteria below:
- Minimum cumulative GPA ≥ 2.75
- Minimum science GPA ≥ 2.75 with ≥ C in the following courses:
- Microbiology (BIO 149 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology 1 (BIO 191 or higher level human anatomy & physiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology 2 (BIO 192 or higher level human anatomy & physiology course with lab section)
- Chemistry General & Biological Chemistry (CHEM 105 or higher level chemistry course with lab section)
- Minimum grade of C in college algebra (Math 128) or higher level math course (statistics, pre-calculus or calculus) OR
- Waiver with an AP score of 4 or 5 on AP Statistics or AP Calculus Exam, OR
- CLEP credits for college algebra.
- English as Second Language, language test score:
- TOEFL ≥ 75 OR
- IELTS ≥ 6.5
Admission: Direct Entry Transfer Students
- Transcript review.
- Letter of Good Standing from the institution where the student was most recently enrolled.
- Minimum cumulative GPA ≥ 3.0.
- Minimum Science GPA ≥ 2.75 with ≥ C in the following courses:
- Microbiology (BIO 149 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology 1 (BIO 191 or higher level human anatomy & physiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology 2 (BIO 192 or higher level human anatomy & physiology course with lab section)
- Chemistry General & Biological Chemistry (CHEM 105 or higher level chemistry course with lab section)
- Minimum grade of C in college algebra (Math 128) or higher level math course (statistics, pre-calculus or calculus) OR
- Waiver with an AP score of 4 or 5 on the AP Statistics or AP Calculus Exam, OR
- CLEP credits for college algebra.
- English as Second Language test score:
- TOEFL ≥ 75 OR
- IELTS ≥ 6.5
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Transfer students are required to contact the admissions transfer counselor for Concordia's application process and timeline. All applications must be submitted to the Admissions Office by AUgust 1st for the fall semester or December 1st for the spring semester.
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Applications will be reviewed and prioritized by the School of Nursing.
- The number of students accepted will be dependent on available clinical spots.
Additional Admission Requirements:
- Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS). Certification must be kept current throughout the program.
- Current state certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA).
- A clear background check.
- Students will be required to undergo a urine drug screen prior to their first clinical course (Sophomore 2 semester).
- All nursing courses (courses with a NURS prefix) must be taken at CUW. The traditional BSN program will not accept nursing courses transferred from other institutions.
- Transfer courses must have been completed within five years prior to admission.
- To attend clinicals, students must adhere to all requirements set forth by CUW Healthcare Partners, including the COVID-19 vaccination.
Progression Policy
- Sophomore, junior and senior students must receive a minimum grade of 79% in all nursing courses (courses with a NURS prefix) in order to progress in the program.
- Additional information on progression policies is available in the Traditional Undergraduate Nursing Student Handbook/Clinical Resource Guide.