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Lead From the HeartMaster of Arts inClinical Mental Health CounselingKEY FACTS2-3 years to complete 60 credit hours 800 per credit hourProgram OverviewSacred Heart University’s online Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is designed to prepare studentsto make a difference. With careful attention to the comprehensive standards set forth by CACREP, SHU’s Clinical Mental HealthCounseling program is designed in a way that focuses on integrity, respect, and the ethical care of our students and those theychoose to serve. The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program embodies the mission, vision, and values of SHU. In the spirit ofwhole person wellness, the philosophical tenants of counseling align well with the University’s deep commitment to the dignityand worth of all people and welcomes people from all faiths and culture. The program strongly supports SHU’s goal of preparingeducational leaders to “personally and professionally make a difference in the global community.” Specifically, the program iscommitted to excellence, actively pursuing truth and knowledge through teaching and scholarship of its faculty and students, andfinding the common good of society by addressing significant (and growing) societal issues. It explicitly recognizes the dignity andworth of every human being by focusing on prevention, resilience, and holistic well-being.For a list of Program Outcomes, please visit http://onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu.Career OutlookThe professional field of mental health is growing steadily at a pace of 22% each year. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports thatthis growth rate will create more than 68,000 new positions for mental health counselors by 2028.Job Growth for Mental Health Counselors Between 2018 and 2028: 21%1Job Growth for Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors Between 2018 and 2028: 24%1Sources1“Substance Abuse, Behavior Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors.” Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, April 10, ntal-health-counselors.htm.Sacred Heart University is accredited by the The New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu060520
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health CounselingCourse ListCounseling Core CoursesCreditsCOU 500Introduction to the CounselingProfession & Introduction to Ethics3COU 510Human Development3COU 520Skills in Helping Relationships Residency I3COU 530Counseling Theories3COU 540Social & Cultural Foundations3COU 550Assessment & AssessmentTechniques3COU 560Psychopathology, DiagnosticSystems, & Advanced Assessments3COU 570Career Counseling3COU 580Research Methods & ProgramEvaluation3COU 590Substance Use Disorders &Process Addictions3COU 600Crisis & Trauma Assessment &Treatment3COU 610Group Counseling3COU 620Advanced Helping Skills Residency II3Faculty BiosClinical Mental HealthCounseling Core CoursesCreditsCMH 630Professional Issues, Laws &Advanced Ethics in Clinical MentalHealth3CMH 640Treatment Planning & IntegrativeModels of Care3CMH 650Practicum in Clinical Mental HealthCounseling3CMH 660Internship in Clinical Mental HealthCounseling3CMH 670Advanced Internship in ClinicalMental Health Counseling3Elective CoursesSpecific electives are determined by the Intended Stateof Licensure. Choose 2 electives from the following list:CreditsCMH 680Advanced Internship II in ClinicalMental Health Counseling3COU 565Counseling Couples, Families &Children3COU 575Human Sexuality3COU 585Counseling Special Populations3COU 665Psychopharmacology & AdvancedPsychopathology3COU 675Consultation & OrganizationalAdministration in Counseling3Franc HudspethRebekah ByrdPhD, NCC, LPC-S (MS & AR), ACS, RPT-S, RPh, CPCProgram Director and Associate ProfessorPhD, LPC, (TN), LCMHC (NC), NCC, RPT-S, ACSCoordinator of Clinical Experiences and Associate ProfessorDr. Franc Hudspeth received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Bachelorof Arts in Psychology & French, Master of Education in CommunityCounseling, and Doctorate in Counselor Education & Supervision all from TheUniversity of Mississippi. He is currently an Associate Professor and ProgramCoordinator of Counseling at Sacred Heart University. Dr. Hudspeth has beena counselor educator for almost 11 years, has nearly 20 years of experienceworking in the mental health field, and over 30 years of experience as apharmacist. He has spent much of his counselor education career designingand leading online counseling programs. His research specializationsinclude play therapy, neuroethics, neuroscience influences on counseling, trauma’s impact on braindevelopment, and psychopharmacology. Dr. Hudspeth is Editor of the International Journal of PlayTherapy and Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision. He serves as Chair of the FoundationBoard of Directors for the Association for Play Therapy, President-Elect of the Association forCreativity in Counseling, and Treasurer of the Military and Government Counseling Association.Dr. Rebekah Byrd received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Universityof North Carolina at Asheville. Both her master’s and her PhD in CounselorEducation from Old Dominion University and is currently an AssociateProfessor of Counseling and the Clinical Experiences Coordinator at SacredHeart University. Dr. Byrd has been a counselor educator for almost 10years and has almost 20 years of experience working in the mental healthfield in varying capacities and settings. Her research specialization fallsprimarily in issues pertaining to children and adolescent, play therapy,school counseling, social justice/multicultural concerns, self-injury, women’swellness and Adlerian theory. She has edited a book on common encounters in school counselingand written many refereed journal articles and multiple book chapters. Dr. Byrd is a LicensedProfessional Counselor (TN), a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (NC), a Licensed SchoolCounselor (NC), an Approved Clinical Supervisor, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a RegisteredPlay Therapy Supervisor.(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu060520
Leadfrom the Heart.Online SCPR – Master's Degree in StrategicCommunications and Public RelationsStudy Digital PR 100% OnlineThe need for communicators with skills to navigate today'scomplex media landscape is on the rise. Creating meaningfulmessages and strategic campaigns that resonate with diverseaudiences is as important as ever in the digital world.The Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and PublicRelations will help you gain the experience, knowledge andportfolio you need to launch your career or advance yourcurrent skill set. You'll learn from a faculty of award-winningscholars and media professionals and gain valuable real-worldexperience through internships and projects.Career OutlookAccording to the U.S. Department of Labor, employmentopportunities for roles such as public relationsspecialists, event planners, and advertising, promotionsand marketing managers will grow between 9 and 11percent by 2026. The SCPR program opens doors tothese roles in industries such as media relations,marketing, advertising and public relations.Public Relations Specialists1In the SCPR program, students: 135,290(Median annual salary)Learn to use the latest multimedia tools and socialmedia platformsGain practical experience and build professionalnetworksMarketing Managers2 117,690(Median annual salary)Advertising and Promotions Managers2(Median annual salary)Leave with a portfolio that makes them stand out topotential employers(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu 108,060
Online Master's Degree in Strategic Communicationsand Public Relations CurriculumTo ensure you acquire the advanced, professional skills necessary to communicate effectively across a variety of media platforms, the SCPRprogram emphasizes an applied learning model. All courses are online. This is a part-time program, requiring no GRE or GMAT, that givesstudents the flexibility to complete courses at their own pace, with an average completion time of two years.SCPR Core Courses Credit HoursCredit HoursCM502Strategic Communication in the Digital Age3CM646Advertising, PR and Consumer Culture3CM597The PR Agency in the Digital Age3CM503Media Ethics in a Professional Context3CM660Crisis Communication3CM599Special Topics or3CM698Mentorship/Portfolio I3CM519Multi-Media Communications I3CM520Multi-Media Communications II3CM549Strategic Communication for Diverse Populations3CM640Social Media and Strategic Communication3CM661Corporate Communication3CM626Capstone in Strategic Communication3About Sacred Heart UniversityThe University is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).U.S. News & World Report ranked Sacred Heart one of the top universities in the North from 2015 to 2019, and among the BestColleges for Veterans (North region) from 2014 to 2019.Ranked among Best Online Programs by U.S. News & World Report in 2015 and 2016.The Princeton Review includes Sacred Heart in the latest edition of The Best 384 Colleges in 2019.12Bureau of Labor Statistics (2017 May). Occupational Outlook Handbook: Public Relations Specialists. Accessed April 2, 2019, at blic-relations-specialists.htm.Bureau of Labor Statistics (2017 May). Occupational Outlook Handbook: Advertising, Promotions, and Marketing Managers. Accessed April 2, 2019, at sacredheart.edu(877) 791-7181010821
Lead From the HeartLicensing and LeadershipYour CSWE-accredited MSW degree qualifies you to take the licensingexams that certify you to practice in the field. Immediately aftergraduation, you can sit for the Licensed Master of Social Work inConnecticut* and start to earn hours toward your clinical practice license(LCSW). You'll be well prepared to step into roles with responsibilitiesbeyond your current level of practice and help clients overcome theirpersonal challenges, cope with situational circumstances, and achieve ahealthy state of mind.Be a Force of Positive Change.Deepen your level of practice with vulnerable populations and prepare totake on advanced practice roles in social work with the Master of SocialWork (MSW) degree at Sacred Heart University (SHU). The program offersconcentrations in Direct Clinical Practice or Direct Community Practice, butintegrates components of both in each. This allows you to expand yourpractice in social service with advanced, comprehensive knowledge andpractical skills.Online Master of Social WorkSacred Heart Online MSW Benefits Best Colleges in the North— U.S. News & World Report, 2015, 2016, 2017 Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs— U.S. News & World Report, 2016, 2017 Institutions with the Best Online Programs— U.S. News & World Report, 2015, 2016 The Best 380 Colleges in 2016 and 2017— The Princeton Review Three-time College of Distinction (2015-2017)— Among approximately 200 collegesand universities in the countryrecognized for outstanding studentengagement, great teaching, vibrantcommunities, and successfulstudent outcomes.*Students are responsible for understanding the licensing requirements in the state in which they plan to practice.(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Online MSW CurriculumThe program consists of 60 credit hours and offers a concentration in Direct Community Practice or Direct Clinical Practice, integrating components of both ineach. Students will be required to complete 1,100 hours of field work in order to graduate — after which they may sit for their Licensed Master of SocialWork exam*.Specialized Practice CoursesMSW Core CoursesFirst SemesterCreditsFirst SemesterCreditsSW565Social Welfare as a Social Institution3SW585Assessment of Client Systems3SW566Human Behavior & The Social Environment I3SW586Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis3SW524Human Diversity and Social Justice3SW590Methods of Social Work Research3SW575Social Work Generalist Practice I3SW591Research Practicum3SW578Generalist Field Practicum ISW675Social Work Specialized Practice I3SW579Generalist Field Practicum Seminar ISW676Social Work Specialized Practice II3SW678Specialized Field Practicum I3SW680Specialized Field Practicum II3SW679Specialized Field Practicum Seminar ISW681Specialized Field Practicum Seminar IISecond SemesterCreditsSW566Social Welfare Policy & Services3SW568Human Behavior & The Social Environment II3SW575Inter-professional Education3SW576Social Work Generalist Practice II3SW580Generalist Field Practicum II3SW581Generalist Field Practicum Seminar IIElective CoursesCreditsSW500Substance Abuse3SW550Loss and Life Transition3SW555Children & Families3SW560Spirituality3SW565Aging and Gerontology3AccreditationThe Sacred Heart University Master of Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).Additionally, Sacred Heart University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), one of six associations in the United Statesthat accredit schools and colleges.About Sacred Heart UniversityFounded in 1963 in Fairfield, Connecticut, Sacred Heart University is dedicated to providing an affordable, quality education to the local and internationalcommunity. The second-largest Catholic university in New England, SHU celebrates learning, discovery and the lifelong search for true meaning. Our programsare built on a foundation of the importance of critical thinking skills, the thoughtful consideration and analysis of situations, and the development of coherentconclusions. The University was built on the tradition of Judeo-Christian ethical values and our beliefs prepare students to make meaningful contributions to theworld. We constantly strive to maintain a diverse community in an effort to support our students’ educational and spiritual journeys.*Licensure regulations vary by state. Students who plan to practice clinical social work in another state are encouraged to become familiar with that state’slicensing regulations.(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Lead From the HeartOnline MSNFour Specializations Available for In-Demand NURSING ROLESTHERE ARE MORE ROADS to LEADERSHIP with Sacred Heart University’s online Master of Science in Nursing.This graduate program takes your career to an influential level with one of four specializations — each one aligning to theemployment trends in nursing. You’ll readily manage the many challenges of health care today using new technologies and complexorganizational structures.1. Clinical Nurse Leader:3. Nursing Education:Use a comprehensive view of patient care to lead an integrated team ofhealth care professionals. This program prepares you to sit for theAmerican Association of Colleges of Nursing CNL Certificate Exam.Coursework on teaching and learning strategies, curriculum design, andevaluation theory prepare you pass on your experience and teach thenext generation of nurses and nurse leaders. This program preparesstudents to sit for the National League of Nursing (NLN) Nurse EducatorCertification Exam.2. Nursing Management & Executive Leadership:4. Family Nurse Practitioner*:Use your clinical knowledge to improve administrative tasks andprocesses and ensure efficient and effective nursing care. Learn how topractice positive management with techniques and strategies tailored tothe health care context.Learn to provide family-focused primary care, including health promotionand prevention, to patients of all ages, This specialization preparesstudents to pass national certification examinations from the AmericanNurses Association (ANA) and the American Academy of NursePractitioners (AANP).Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)* While all specializations are open to all MSN students, the FNP specialization involves a specialized set of courses, requires more courses not reflected on thisprogram brochure, and has different admission requirements. Students interested in the FNP specialization can request detailed information by calling (877)791-7181 or visiting s.sacredheart.edu(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Online MSN CurriculumThe program consists of 36 to 39 graduate semester credit hours combining core andspecialization courses.CoreCoursesCreditsNursing EducationSpecialization CoursesCreditsNU 501Health Care Policy & Ethics for Contemporary Nursing Practice3NU 553Advanced Pathophysiology3NU 530Theory and Professional Roles for Contemporary Nursing Practice3NU 554Application of Comprehensive Health Assessment Methods3NU 601Principles of Health Care Research for ContemporaryNursing Practice3NU 575Health Care Information Systems3NU 602Evidence-based Practice for Quality Care3NU 588Theoretical Basis for Teaching and Learning in Nursing Education3NU 589Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Nursing Education3NU 555Pharmacology for the Nurse Educator3Clinical Nurse Leader(CNL) Specialization CoursesCreditsNU 550Family and Community Context for Health Care3NU 619Principles of Patient and Staff Education3NU 553Advanced Pathophysiology3NU 690Nursing Education Role Practicum3NU 554Application of Comprehensive Health Assessment Methods3NU 691Nursing Education Role Capstone3NU 575Health Care Information Systems3NU 605Pharmacology for the Clinical Nurse Leader3NU 611Care Management and Resources Across the Continuum3NU 612Disease Management and Outcomes Assessment3NU 680CNL Role Immersion Practicum3NU 681CNL Capstone3Nursing Management & ExecutiveLeadership Specialization Courses“Thanks to the hard work and dedicationof my instructors at Sacred Heart, I feelprepared and confident in my ability tofunction as a CNL.”-Jennifer S., MSNCreditsNU 617Health Care Delivery Systems3NU 511Role Development for Nursing Management andExecutive Leadership3NU 576Management of Financial Resources3NU 575Health Care Information Systems3NU 521Creating a Professional Work Environment3NU 665Quality and Safety in Practice3NU 672Nursing Management and Executive Leadership Practicum3NU 673Nursing Management and Executive Leadership Capstone3More Features of SHU’S Online MSNSHU is ranked among the top 40 master’s-level collegesand universities in the North — U.S. News & World Report.Award-winning faculty members share extensive clinicalexperience, scholarly credentials, and cutting-edgeknowledge.References1 Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 887-6791.(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Leadfrom the Heart.Online MSN - Family Nurse PractitionerBecome a Primary Care ProviderCareer OutlookMore nurse practitioners are taking on primary care roles asautonomous providers or in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. Develop the advanced leadership skillsand gain the clinical knowledge required to provide qualitycare to families and individuals with theFamily Nurse Practitioner program, a specialization ofthe online Master of Science in Nursing.Demand is growing for nurse practitioners, including FNPs:employment is expected to increase 34 percent between2014 and 2024, driven in part by a renewed focus onprevention and an aging population.Accredited by the Commission onCollegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)Prepares you for the Family Nurse Practitioner certificationexams offered by the American Nurses Association and theAmerican Academy of Nurse PractitionersMean annual wage for nurse practitioners: 101,2601FNPs work in many health care settings includingphysicians’ offices, hospitals and outpatient clinics. Theareas with the highest mean wages are2:Personal care services(such as home health care)In the Family Nurse Practitioner program,students learn to:Perform advanced level patient assessmentsDevelop diagnoses and order diagnostic testingTreat common illnessesSpecialty hospitals 135,290(except psychiatric and substance abuse centers) 117,690Business, professional, labor, politicaland similar organizations 108,060(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Family Nurse PractitionerCurriculumTo prepare you to serve as a primary care provider for families, the FNP curriculum emphasizes topics in primary care for individuals across thelifespan, as well as advanced studies for the nurse practitioner role. This is complemented by core Master of Science in Nursing coursework inhealth care policy and ethics, research and evidence-based practice.Coursework is online except for an on-site orientation and two on-site competency/evaluation visits.FNP Core CoursesCredit HoursNU 501Health Care Policy & Ethics for Contemporary Nursing Practice3NU 530Theory and Professional Roles for Contemporary Nursing Practice3NU 603Principles of Health Care Research for Evidence-Based Nursing Practice3FNP Specialization CoursesCredit HoursNU 550Family and Community Context for Healthcare3NU 551Advanced Pharmacology for the Nurse Practitioner3NU 552Advanced Health Assessment for the Nurse Practitioner3NU 561Primary Care I: Comprehensive Primary Care of the Adult6NU 566Advanced Pathophysiology for the Nurse Practitioner3NU 621Primary Care II: Advanced Primary Care of Families in Complex Systems7NU 631Primary Care III: Advanced Primary Care of Families in Complex Systems8About Sacred Heart UniversityWith an expanded understanding of patient needs, a practical approach to learning and an award-winning faculty, Sacred HeartUniversity (SHU) provides an engaging, values-driven nursing education that advances your career and empowers you to providehigh-quality patient careThe University is regionally accredited by The New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).US News & World Report ranked Sacred Heart one of the top universities in the North in the 2018 edition of America's BestColleges and is also ranked among the Best Colleges for Veterans (North region).The Princeton Review includes Sacred Heart in the latest edition of The Best 384 Colleges in 2018.Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, s-nurse-midwives-and-nurse-practitioners.htm (visited 11/17/2016).1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, Nurse Practitioners, http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291171.htm, (visited 11/17/16).2onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu(877) 791-7181
COLLEGE OF NURSINGLead from the HeartProve Excellence With The Highest NursingCredentialEarning your online Post-Master’s Doctor of NursingPractice (DNP) degree from Sacred Heart University powersyour progression into the most advanced leadership,teaching, clinical, and research roles the nursing professionhas to offer. In the program, you’ll build on the foundation ofyour master’s-level training with the highest level of nursingknowledge and skills so you can set new standards innursing practice to teach, lead, and heal.Online Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing PracticePost-Master’s DNP FeaturesThis program is ideal for academically-talented nurses whoprefer a doctorate with a connection to clinical practice.Talented FacultyYou will enjoy small class sizes and receive practical,personal instruction from clinically- active,doctoral-level faculty who have received state andnational recognition for expertise in their specificfields.Flexible SchedulingChoose Your Leadership PathThe program is designed for master’s prepared nurses:nurse practitioners, clinical nurse leaders, midwives, nurseanesthetists, nurse executives, and nurse educators. You’llfocus on excellence in nursing and improving patient andpopulation health outcomes as the basis to any future roleyou serve.24/7 online study and weekend residencies designedspecifically for working-nurse professionals allow youto learn and grow in a more convenient manner.Highly RankedSacred Heart University is ranked among ThePrinceton Review’s “Best 380 Colleges” and as a U.SNews & World Report Top University in the North for2015.Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the New England Association of Schools andColleges (NEASC).(877) 791-7181onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Post-Master'sDNP CurriculumIn addition to these online courses, students will also be required to complete 3 to 4 day residencies during their first and second years of study,with the option for an additional residency during the third.DNP Core CoursesCredit HoursNU 700Theoretical Components of Nursing Science3NU 710Heath Care Policy, Advocacy and Ethics3NU 720Leading Quality Initiative and Information Systems in Health Care3NU 735Clinical Scholarship & Analytical Methods for Evidence Based Practice I3NU 740Epidemiology and Population Health3NU 755Clinical Scholarship & Analytical Methods for Evidence-Based Practice II3NU 760Strategic Leadership and Collaboration in Health Care3NU 770Advanced Care of Special Populations3NU 780Leadership in Chronic Disease Management and Aging Population3Post-Master’s DNP Project Courses CreditsCredit HoursNU 721DNP Project Topic Development1NU 722DNP Project Methodology Development1NU 723DNP Project Proposal Review1NU 724DNP Project: Responsible Conduct of Research1NU 725DNP Project Implementation and Data Analysis1NU 726Final DNP Project Presentation, Dissemination and Evaluation1NU 810DNP Scholarship and Advanced Practice I3NU 820DNP Scholarship and Advanced Practice II3Elective CoursesCredit HoursNU 781Palliative Care3NU 782Executive Leadership3Over the course of the three-year program, all Post-Master’s DNP students will also select, develop, and present a doctoral project.onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu(877) 791-7181COLLEGE OF NURSING
COLLEGE OF NURSINGLead From the HeartOnline RN-BSNGrow the Heart of a HealerWelcome to the nursing degree that focuses on the Human Journey.Sacred Heart University’s online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing(BSN) program provides you, of course, with the knowledge you need tosucceed in today’s demanding health care environment. But what sets usapart is our ability to further develop your understanding and skill in howyou can deliver the personal touch in care that’s at the heart of theprofession, even when you’ve already proven excellence in this realm.We offer you our signature core curriculum, The Human Journey, whichdives into what it means to be human through literature, philosophy,sociology and more. You’ll gain an innate understanding of the needs ofyour patients and their families to intuitively and effortlessly provide anoptimum care experience.When we combine our signature core curriculum with leading-edgecoursework in nursing practice, small classes, and interactive, personalattention from an experienced, award-winning faculty, you’ll find you’reable to lead with your heart.Online RN-BSN HighlightsDiscover the Human Journey at the heart of our RN-BSN program.Sacred Heart has provided comprehensive and innovative nursing degreeprograms grounded in healing and humanity since 1980. Experience and VisionOur faculty has years of experience in the field and is well-groundedin developments in both health care and state-of-the-art educationalmethods. Flexibility and ConvenienceThe innovative online format makes it easier to arrange your courseload around your schedule. Personal AttentionClass sizes are kept small to ensure you receive the personalizedattention you learn to deliver.Sacred Heart University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and theNew England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC) through its Commission on Institutions ofHigher Education.(877) 791-7181COLLEGE OF NURSINGonlineprograms.sacredheart.edu
Online RN-BSN CurriculumThe Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree requires 120 semester credit hours: 14 semester credit hours ofprerequisite courses, 49 semester credit hours of other liberal arts and sciences requirements, and 57 credithours in the Nursing major.Prerequisite Courses toNursing SequenceCreditsThematic LiberalArts CoreCreditsSocial and Behavioral Science3Humanities: Ethics3BI 126Anatomy & Physiology I3Social Science3BI 127Anatomy & Physiology I Lab1Natural Science4BI 128Anatomy & Physiology II3BI 129Anatomy & Physiology II Lab1MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making3Foundational Core – University andNursing RequirementsFS 103Freshman Seminar (Academic Writing)FLO 125 The Art of ThinkingNatural ScienceENG 260 Literature of Illness and HealingCredits3333HI 100History3PH 221Historical Survey of Philosophy3TRS 265 Intro to World ReligionsMA 1013Art/Media Studies3Social Science3Modern College Mathematics I3Catholic IntellectualTradition SeminarsCreditsCIT 201 Catholic Intellectual Tradition Seminar3CIT 202 Catholic Intellectual Tradition Seminar3ElectiveCreditsElective3Nursing Major RequirementsValidation Of Prior LearningCreditsNU 290Validation of Prior LearningNU 305Transition to Professional Practice3NU 315The Human Journey in Nursing3NU 325Health Assessment for RNs3NU 335Information Technology for Nursing Practice3NU 345Evidence Based Practice3NU 355Leadership in Contemporary Nursing Practice3NU 376Care Management: Individuals and Families4NU 387Populations and Global Health530Transferring CreditsAs of 1986, the State of Connecticut’s RN to BSN Articulation programallows students to transfer 30 credits for lower division undergraduatenursing coursework. Students who graduated before 1986 may also beawarded 30 credits for an associate’s degree in nursing (ADN). Studentsmay transfer up to 90 credits toward the RN-BSN degree.Transfer credit for these courses may be applied on review of a student’stranscripts and is at the discretion of the Sacred Heart University College ofNursing. Prerequisite courses are not offered at SHU.About Sacred Heart UniversityFounded in 1963 in Fairfield
About Sacred Heart University Founded in 1963 in Fairfield, Connecticut, Sacred Heart University is dedicated to providing an affordable, quality education to the local and international community. The second-largest Catholic university in New England, SHU celebrates learning, discovery and the lifelong search for true meaning. Our programs
