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LPN-RN Curriculum - Associate of Applied Science DegreeThese six courses must be completed before beginning the program. All general education courses must be completedwith a grade of C or better.6 Pre-Requisite General Education Courses (20 hours)ENGL 1010 English Composition I 3 credit hrsPSYC 1030 General Psychology3 credit hrsPSYC 2130 Life Span Psychology 3 credit hrsBIOL 2010 Anatomy & Physiology IBIOL 2020 Anatomy & Physiology II*HSC 190 Intro to Human Pathophysiology*4 credit hrs4 credit hrs3 credit hrsAnatomy & physiology courses (BIOL 2010 & BIOL 2020) must include labs. *Both Anatomy & Physiology II (BIOL 2020)and Pathophysiology (HSC 190) must be less than five years old from the term of initial program enrollment. (Completedsummer 2017 or after)Required General Education Communications and Humanities Courses (6 credit hours)It is recommended you complete these before admission to the nursing program, but they may also be taken alongsidenursing courses. Choose one (1) communications and one (1) and humanities electives, from the following options:Communications: Choose one (1) of the following courses : 3 credit hrsCOMM 2025 Fundamentals of Communication – or – ENGL 1020 English Composition IIART 2000ART 2020ART 1035COMM 1851ENGL 2055ENGL 2110ENGL 2120ENGL 2210ENGL 2220Humanities: Choose one (1) of the following electives: 3 credit hrsArt History Survey IENGL 2310 Early World LiteratureArt History Survey IIENGL 2320 Modern World LiteratureArt AppreciationHUM 1010Early HumanitiesIntro to FilmHUM 1020Modern HumanitiesAfrican-American LiteratureMUS 1030Introduction to MusicEarly American LiteraturePHIL 1030Introduction to PhilosophyModern American LiteraturePHIL 1040Introduction to EthicsEarly British LiteratureTHEA 1030 Theatre AppreciationModern British LiteratureRequired Nursing Courses (30 credit hours)In addition to the following nursing courses, students must meet clinical placement requirements and achievea satisfactory score on dosage calculation assessments each term. Achievement of a satisfactory score on astandardized Comprehensive Nursing Exit Exam is required during the last semester. Upon admission to the program,nursing courses are scheduled for completion in three successive terms. All nursing courses must be completed withinfive terms of initial enrollment in the LPN – RN Option. Successful completion of NUR 130 is required to progress to NUR140.NUR 130 Nursing Transitions INUR 140 Nursing Transitions II3 credit hours9 credit hoursNUR 214 Adult Nursing INUR 220 Adult Nursing II9 credit hours9 credit hoursTransfer Coursework Evaluation ProcessPreviously completed coursework taken at another regionally-accredited institution may be transferable and maysubstitute for a required course, but must first be evaluated for adequacy in meeting program curriculum requirements.Do not assume a course completed at another institution will be accepted as a substitute for a required course listed inthe nursing curriculum unless the course has already been posted to the JSCC transcript with the exact same rubric(prefix), number, title, and credit hours as the required course. To have your transfer work evaluated, complete thefollowing process:1. If you are not a current JSCC student, apply for admissions to the college. Request official copies of allundergraduate transcripts. Once they are received by JSCC Admissions & Records and you have been accepted tothe college, request JSCC Records to POST all coursework that may apply to the nursing program.Once posted, you will be able to view your courses on your JSCC transcript and by using the advising tool,DegreeWorks, found under jWeb Self-Service.4

2. If JSCC Admissions and Record Services have already posted your general education coursework using an “ELEC”course prefix, you may request a course review by submitting a complete Request for Transfer Course Review Form.Obtain instructions along with the form from the Nursing Division Office.Policies Related to Program Admission and EnrollmentAccreditation and professional certification standards, limited clinical and classroom space, faculty availability, and aconcern for appropriate student progress influence the selective admissions process to all Tennessee Board of Regentsnursing programs. Students must meet the admission criteria, be reviewed and accepted for admission, and makesatisfactory progress in order to continue their enrollment in the nursing program. Enrollment in the program is limited.Applicants with a grade of D, F, or W in another collegiate-level nursing program may be eligible for admission if thegrade(s) was earned in only one term and the applicant’s eligibility to re-enroll in the nursing program in which thesegrades were earned can be verified. If an applicant has earned grades of D, F, or W during more than one term, they areineligible for admission unless: 1) Academic Fresh Start status has been granted prior to the application deadline, and 2)verification that all previously earned nursing course grades of D, F, or W were unrelated to student clinical performanceor academic misconduct is obtained from the dean/director of the program in which they were enrolled. Academic FreshStart status does not negate a record of nursing program dismissal due to clinical performance or academic misconduct.In the employment of admission criteria in the review of applicants, Jackson State is cognizant of the institutional goal ofmaintaining appropriate student diversity in its acceptance pool. Because Jackson State is a state-supported institution,in-state residents are given preference in the admission process.Enrollment and Retention CriteriaStudents admitted to the program must comply with specific requirements to enroll and progress in the program. Criminalbackground checks and drug/alcohol screens may be a requirement at some affiliated clinical sites for training. Based onthe result of these checks, an affiliated clinical site may determine not to allow your presence at their facility. This couldresult in your inability to successfully complete the requirements of this program. Additionally, a criminal background maypreclude licensure or employment. Enrollment and retention criteria are published in the Nursing Student Handbook,which is on reserve in the college library, and is provided to each admitted student. Enrollment and retention criteriainclude, but are not limited to: completion of requirements for clinical placement with affiliate clinical partners, specifically a minimum age of 18,satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check, documentation of health, TB screening, and completion ofMMR, Varicella, TDAP, Hepatitis B and COVID-19 immunization series; additional immunizations and/or healthscreenings may be required for placement in a clinical agency; full disclosure of college enrollment at other institutions and submission of official transcripts; achievement of a minimum grade of C in all required coursework and completion of all nursing courses within 150%of the prescribed program length; certification in Healthcare Provider, Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association; verification of good standing and eligibility to return to and enroll in any prior nursing programs from the dean/directorof the program in which they were enrolled; achievement of core performance standards, course and program student learning outcomes; and daily access to a computer equipped with functional webcam & microphone and reliable personal internet service(not public access). Laptop loans are available from the College.Professional Licensure DisclosureJackson State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission onColleges (SACSCOC). As a member institution of the Tennessee Board of Regents, the college is regulated by theTennessee Higher Education Commission. Students who complete the program of study requirements will meetcurricular requirements to apply for nurse licensure in Tennessee. Requirements for other states may vary. If you currentlylive in a state other than Tennessee or you intend to use the education completed at Jackson State Community College toseek professional licensure in another state, be aware there may be additional requirements for obtaining licensure.Contact the Board of Nursing in the state where you intend to seek licensure regarding requirements in that state.Transfer ApplicantsStudents seeking approval of transfer of credit from another nursing program must:5

1. Meet all program admission requirements; be selected for program admission, and complete all enrollmentrequirements.2. Submit a written request for transfer, explaining their rationale.3. Submit a letter of recommendation, verifying good standing, the number of direct patient care clinical hoursprovided in nursing courses completed, and eligibility to return and re-enroll in their prior nursing program from theDean/Director of the nursing program in which they have been enrolled.4. Submit all official transcripts, course syllabi and clinical evaluation tools for the nursing courses completed at theprior nursing program.5. Understand that nursing courses from other programs will be evaluated for transfer on an individual basis and iftransferred, all nursing courses must be completed within three years of initial enrollment in nursing courses.Hepatitis B Immunization RequirementAccording to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, risk of contact with blood and other potentiallyinfectious materials is often highest during the professional training period. Effective July 1, 2011, unless exempted bylaw, any student enrolled in a higher education institution who is a health science student expected to have patient contactshall present proof of protection against hepatitis B before patient contact begins. Students admitted in the JSCC nursingprogram begin clinical rotations providing direct patient care contact as early as the first week of nursing courses;therefore this requirement must be completed by deadlines listed to enroll in the program. The vaccine requires a seriesof doses.Post-vaccination testing is not mandatory but is the only means to verify immunity. According to the Center for DiseaseControl (CDC) post-vaccination testing for immunity is necessary for persons who received vaccine in the buttock,persons 50 years old, HIV positive persons, and persons on dialysis.Applicants for the summer 2022 class must provide documentation which verifying the final dose of the vaccination seriesby May 1, 2022 to enroll in nursing classes for summer 2022. It is recommended that within 1-2 months after the finaldose of the vaccination that each student submit for serologic testing (titer) to evaluate immunity. Although this is not arequirement (unless you meet one of the conditions listed by the CDC (see above), it is the only way to document ifimmunity has been acquired or if additional vaccines are advisable.Varicella (Chicken Pox) Immunization RequirementEffective July 1, 2011 all higher education institutions will also require proof of immunization against Varicella (chicken pox)of all students born after 01/01/1980. All nursing students, regardless of age, must provide documentation of immunizationto varicella prior to program enrollment. For purposes of this paragraph adequate immunization is defined as:a) A complete varicella vaccine series (2 injections) with the first dose no earlier than 4 days before the 1 st birthdayand the second dose at least 28 days laterb) Laboratory evidence of immunity or infection (serology of titer positive)COVID-19 Immunization RequirementAcademic requirements of the program include achievement of performance competencies in real-world clinical settingssuch as hospitals. Program clinical affiliate partners have established several requirements before permitting students,faculty and other personnel to participate in clinical experiences at their site. One of those requirements is to providedocumentation of vaccination/immunization against certain infectious disease. The clinical affiliate partner requires theCOVID-19 vaccination for all students, faculty and other personnel participating in clinicals at their facilities. As a result,students must document completion of the COVID-19 vaccination process, including any waiting period following the lastrequired dose by May 2, 2022 to be eligible for NUR 130 clinical placement. The clinical partner may permit exemptions forappropriate medical conditions and sincerely held religious beliefs. Instruction regarding the process for requesting anexemption from the clinical partner will be made available to students admitted to the program. Individuals should knowthat COVID-19 vaccination requirements, as well as whether to admit an individual to a facility, are those of clinical partnersand not the College or program.6

Estimated Nursing FeesLPN-RN Plan of StudyThe following are estimates & subject to change:Once enrolled in the program, you must enroll in thecourses according to the curriculum sequence in whichthey are required. In all cases, only courses with a gradeof “C” or above can be used to satisfy nursing programrequirements.Required Pre-Requisite CoursesAdmissions Fees:National ACT Exam 60.00Prerequisite Course Tuition and Fees* 168/credit hr college fees; add’l fees apply if onlinecourses. Refer to http://www.jscc.edu/fees-and-tuitionEnrollment Fees:Physical Examination, Vaccinations/ Immunizations* 250.00Pre-requisitesENG 1010PSYC 2130PSYC 1030BIOL 2010BIOL 2020HSC 190Credit HoursEnglish Composition I3Life Span Psychology3General Psychology3Anatomy & Physiology I4Anatomy & Physiology II4*Introduction to HumanPathophysiology3*20 hoursSubmit Nursing Application and DocumentationBy February 1stIf Accepted & Enrolled, Begin Three Semesters ofNursing Courses:NUR 130NUR 140SummerNursing Transitions I**Nursing Transitions IIFallENGL 1020 or COMM 2025NUR 214 Adult Nursing ISpringNUR 220 Adult Nursing IIHumanities ElectiveComprehensive Exam3912 hours3912 hours93012 hoursStudents admitted must satisfactorily complete NUR 130,140, 214, 220, the communications & humanities electivesand the program comprehensive exam within a maximum offive terms.*Must be completed between Summer 2017 & Fall 2021terms, unless enrolled in the course(s) at JSCC spring2022**NUR 130 must be completed successfully to progressto NUR 140AHA Healthcare Provider CPRDrug/Alcohol ScreeningCriminal Background Checks 60.00 40.00 50.00Program Fees:Books and Supplies** 1,500.00Student Nurse Uniforms (approximate) 250.00Lab Equipment (approximate)** 110.00College Tuition and Fees *** 10,158.00 168/credit hr; 25/credit hr nursing course fee collegefees. Refer to http://www.jscc.edu/fees-and-tuitionLab Fee: 20 clinical course/termLiability Insurance ( 11/yr) 80.00 22.00Student Nurse Assoc. Membership (optional)Achievement Exams, NCLEX review &Resources) 35.00 640.00NCLEX Application Fees & Background Check(due during final semester)Nursing PinTotal Estimated Expense 236.00 30.00– 219.00 13,520.00Transportation to and from clinical agencies will be theresponsibility of the student. Travel to clinical agencies outside ofthe Jackson area and/or weekends may be required. Evidence ofhealth insurance may be required by clinical agencies.Confirmation testing may increase drug screening fees.Additional course fees apply for courses taken online.*Required immunizations and titers include MMR, Varicella, TDAP,COVID-19, and Hepatitis B vaccination series. The COVID-19,Hepatitis B & Varicella vaccination series must be completed byMay 2, 2022 to enroll in summer 2022 clinical courses. Screeningfor tuberculosis must also be documented annually. Clinicalagencies may require additional immunizations and/or healthscreenings for placement.**Represents average cost of books and supplies; expenses aregreatest during the first semester.***Tuition and fees are based on figures for the 2020-2021academic year and may change for 2021-2022 year. Contact JSCCBusiness Services for specific rates or the current fee scheduleposted online. Notice of fee changes is provided.7

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Nursing Program LPN to RN ApplicationThe information and program requirements contained in this packet are only valid for theSummer 2022 program admission application deadline, which is February 1, 2022.This option is only open to applicants who hold a current, valid, unencumbered Tennessee LPN licenseand who have completed all required pre-requisite courses.Please Print in Black or Blue Ink. The contact information will be used to communicate with you. If there is anychange, notify the Nursing Division at (731) 425-2622.Name JSCC ID Number Previous NamesAddress City State ZipCell Phone ( ) Home Phone ( ) Work Phone ( )SS# - - Email Address @ CountyOptional Information: Gender Ethnic Background Date of Birth / /Are you a licensed practical nurse? Yes No Do you hold a license or registration as a healthcareprovider? Yes No If yes, attach a copy of your license/registration to this application.Are you currently attending Jackson State? Yes No If no, you must first complete all college admissionsrequirements. Apply online at www.jscc.edu/admissions.Have you applied to the JSCC nursing program before?Yes No If yes, what term and year?Have you ever been admitted to any other nursing programs, other than the LPN program?Yes No If yes, when and where?ACT Testing Requirement: You must have national ACT scores on file at the college to be considered for admission.Below you are required to list all colleges/universities you attended and dates of enrollment. Include JSCC and anycollege credits earned while still in high school. To be eligible for consideration, you must submit all official transcripts toJSCC Admissions & Records before the nursing application deadline. If you attended more than three colleges, attachan additional page citing these schools.College Dates Attended: From To City StateCollege Dates Attended: From To City StateCollege Dates Attended: From To City StatePrerequisite Coursework: You must complete 20 pre-requisite credit hours before applying to the nursing program underthe LPN-RN Option. These courses must be completed successfully with a “C” grade by the end of the fall 2021 term,unless enrolled in the course at JSCC spring 2022. Complete the chart below outlining your courses. Do not leave blank.CourseName of College AttendedTermYearGradeName on TranscriptENGL 1010: English Comp IBIOL 2010: Anatomy & Physiology IBIOL 2020: Anatomy & Physiology IIHSC 190: Intro to Human PathophysiologyPSYC 2130: Life Span PsychologyPSYC 1030: General PsychologyScience Coursework: BIOL 2020 (A&P II) and HSC 190 courses must be completed with a grade of C or better, andmust be less than five years old (completed summer 2017 - spring 2022 semester). A & P courses must include labs.9

Historical Background AcknowledgementClinical agencies require background checks and drug screens of students and may den

Nursing Program LPN to RN Application Packet . Resident of Jackson State's 12-County Service Area 0.25 pts _ Total Nursing Admission Score (out of a possible 6.0) _ . If you have taken courses at a college or university other than JSCC, your JSCC transcript will not reflect your cumulative (overall) GPA. Your cumulative GPA .