Nursing: Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (M)
The Traditional Undergraduate Nursing program at Concordia University program is committed to helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit. It is a challenging curriculum, but one that we think you will gain from in ways you can’t even begin to imagine right now.
Guided by Christian principles, our nursing students receive a broad foundation in the liberal arts, and in the art and science of the nursing profession. You will have opportunities to apply theoretical concepts and skills into nursing practice as you develop clinical competence. You will explore concepts related to interprofessional communication, collaboration, professionalism and leadership, all of which are integrated into our rigorous program of study.
All of our required nursing courses are offered in both spring and fall, so you can begin your program in either semester, and be assured of finding the courses you need to progress. Our faculty and staff on both the Mequon and Ann Arbor campuses are committed to supporting your intellectual, physical, and spiritual growth. We are dedicated to your success, as we have been since we began this program in 1982. We look forward to guiding your path from beginning student through taking – and passing – your National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become a professional Registered Nurse!
Program Highlights
- Fall and spring program admission.
- Clinical courses begin second semester of sophomore year. Our program offers more specialty clinicals than many others.
- Cross-cultural and global health experiences are available.
- Individualized attention and faculty tutoring help students succeed.
- 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.
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).
The nursing program at Concordia University Ann Arbor is an additional campus location of the Concordia University Wisconsin baccalaureate nursing program.
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. Student Learning Outcomes have also been developed for each Program Outcome at each level of the program, and the Concordia University Global Learning Outcomes have been associated as well.
Following is a list of the Program Outcomes. These represent the guiding standards on which each course in our curriculum is built.
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 in Healthcare Systems Clinical | 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 a minimum grade of C in the following courses:
- Microbiology (BIO 149 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 191 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 192 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Chemistry (CHEM 105 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Minimum grade of C in college algebra or higher level math course (statistics, pre-calculus or calculus) OR
- Waiver with an AP score of 4 or 5 on the 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 most recent college attended.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA ≥ 3.0
- Minimum Science GPA ≥ 2.75
- Microbiology (BIO 149 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 191 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 192 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- Chemistry (CHEM 105 or higher level microbiology course with lab section)
- ≥ C in college algebra or higher level math course (statistics, pre-calculus or calculus) OR
- Waiver with an AP score of 4 or 5 on the 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 July 15 for the fall semester or December 15 for the spring semester.
- 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 license as a Nurse Aide (CNA).
- A clear Background Check through CastleBranch.com.
- 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, CUAA, or through CU online. 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), including all theory, clinical, and lab courses in order to progress in the program.
- Further information on progression policies is available in the Traditional Undergraduate Nursing Student Handbook.