The Department of Nursing strives to provide high quality education to a diverse population of students and assists them in achieving success in preparing for New York State licensure and employment as a Registered Professional Nurse.

The Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850, Atlanta GA 30326, phone: 404-975-5000. The professional nursing program, including clinical practice, can be completed in two academic years of full-time study. A graduate of the program who is at least 18 years of age and who meets licensing criteria is eligible for admission to the National Council Licensing Criteris established by New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions [online] retrieved from www.op.nysed.gov/prof/nurse/nursing.htm:

To be licensed as a registered professional nurse in New York State a candidate must:

- be of good moral character;
- be at least eighteen years of age;
- meet education requirements;
- complete coursework or training in the identification and reporting of child abuse offered by a New York State approved provider; and
- meet examination requirements.

The clinical experience required in the curriculum is provided through cooperation of Rochester area hospitals, long term care facilities and other health care agencies. All health care providers must abide by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Blood Borne Pathogen and NYS Departmer of Health regulations.

Admission and continuation in the nursing program is conditional upon completion of the following requirements:

1) A grade of C or better in High School Algebra or Sequential Math I or Math A Regents, Biology and Chemistry.

2) Current CPR certification for two person professional rescuer which includes infant, child, adult and resuscitation mask and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Only American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) (2 year), or American Red Cross Professional Rescuer (CPR and AED) (1 year) certification is acceptable. Proof of certification must be submitted to the department prior to starting the program. Current certification must be maintained throughout duration of program in order for the student to attend clinical.

3) Completion of medical requirements, clearance of existing health problem(s), and ability to meet essential functions (physical and mental demands) of the program. Medical requirements, including PPD and immunizations, must be met throughout the duration of the program in order for the student to attend clinical.

4) Vaccination against seasonal flu. Vaccination against hepatitis B and meningitis or required waivers.
5) Successful completion of ESOL or Transitional Studies courses if enrolled.

A minimum grade of C is necessary in all required nursing and biology courses for continued matriculation in the program. Nursing is a high demand, competitive program. Readmission to the nursing program is not automatic and is dependent on several factors. Students seeking readmission to the program (or seeking admission after unsuccessful attempts in a nursing program at another college) should contact the Department of Nursing for information or refer to the "MCC Department of Nursing Student Related Policies,' located on the Department of Nursing website. Readmission, if approved, is always on a space available basis.

The program of study must be completed within five years of matriculation. NUR 150 is required for students who are transferring into the program, admitted with advanced standing, or returning to the program after an absence of one year. Completion of NUR 150 is valid for one year. Students reentering NUR 111 do not need to take NUR 150. NUR 150 cannot be used as an elective in the Nursing program. Any deviation from the basic program of study requires written approval from the department.



(Housed in the Nursing Department)

Distribution Requirements	Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER: 18 Credit Hours
PSY 101 Introductory Psychology	3
BIO 142 Human Anatomy*	4
NUR 110 Foundations of Nursing*	1
NUR 111 Fundamentals of Nursing*	7
MTH General Education Course##	3
Total	18
SECOND SEMESTER: 18 Credit Hours
ENG 101 College Composition OR ENG 200 Advanced Composition	3
BIO 143 Human Physiology*#	4
PSY 212 Developmental Psychology - Lifespan	3
NUR 112 Nursing Care of the Adult and Child I*	8
Total	18
THIRD SEMESTER: 16 Credit Hours
SOC 101 Introductory Sociology	3
BIO 202 Microbiology*#	4
NUR 210 Issues in Nursing*	1
NUR 211 Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (1/2 semester)*	4
NUR 212 Maternity Nursing (1/2 semester)*	4
Total	16
FOURTH SEMESTER: 16 Credit Hours
NUR 214 Nursing Care of the Adult and Child II*	8
GENERAL ELECTIVE**	3
HUMANITIES ELECTIVE***	3
Physical/Health Education	2
Total	16
TOTAL CREDITS	68

*A minimum grade of C is necessary in all required nursing courses for continued matriculation in the program. Nursing is a high demand, competitive program. Readmission to the nursing program is not automatic and is dependent on several factors. Students seeking readmission to the program should contact the Department of Nursing for information or refer to the "MCC Department of Nursing Student Related Policies." Readmission, if approved, is always on a space available basis.

**Physical Education courses, with the exception of PPE 208 and PEC 253, may not be used to fulfill the elective requirements of the Nursing Program.

***Humanities Elective: Any 3 credit course listed as fulfilling MCC General Education Requirements for Humanities is acceptable.

#Physiology (BIO 143) and Microbiology (BIO 202) grades must be no more than seven years old for the grade to be considered when applying for admission into the nursing program.

##Any 3 credit MTH course (MTH 104 or higher) which fulfills the MCC General Education Requirement for A.A.S. degrees is acceptable. MTH requirement must be fulfilled prior to beginning NUR 112 course.

Credit Hours: Laboratory hours in the Nursing Program are credited at a ratio of 1:3 (every 3 clock hours of laboratory is equivalent to 1 credit hour).

PROGRAM OPTIONS
Advanced Standing 3-Semester Option of LPN’s: To exempt Fundamentals of Nursing (NUR 111), a score of B on the Excelsior College Examination for Fundamentals of Nursing must be attained. The Excelsior College Examinations must be completed prior to matriculation. Graduates of The Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing within the past three years can exempt both NUR 111 and the Excelsior College Examination for Fundamentals of Nursing.
Three semester LPN students are admitted in the Fall and Spring semesters.

Advanced Standing 2-Semester Option for LPN’s: To exempt Fundamentals of Nursing (NUR 111), a score of B on the Excelsior College Examination for Fundamentals of Nursing must be attained. To exempt Nursing Care of the Adult and Child I (NUR 112), students must pass a Department of Nursing challenge exam with a grade of C or higher. Two years of recent clinical experience is required. To exempt Maternity Nursing (NUR 212), a score of B on the Excelsior College Examination in Maternity Nursing is required. Two semester LPN students are admitted only in the Fall semester.

For either Advanced Standing Option, Excelsior College scores may not be more than three years old and must be available when a student is first admitted. Students beginning either option are required to take Foundations of Nursing (NUR 110) prior to or concurrently with the first clinical course. Students must take Application of the Nursing Process (NUR 150) prior to beginning the first clinical course. The department reserves the right to withhold transfer credit until the student has demonstrated competence in a clinical nursing course at MCC.


PRE-NURSING ADVISEMENT SEQUENCE FOR LPNs (LA04 or LA05)

A Pre-Nursing advisement sequence for LPNs preparing to enter the nursing program is available for those who meet criteria. Please contact the Admissions Office at 292-2200 for further information.

Extended Option for High School Graduates (NUE1): An advisement sequence for high school graduates seeking admission in the fall semester immediately following their graduation is intended to provide an opportunity for the student to complete the program over three years. This option was designed to create an environment that promotes success for the student who is new to the rigors of college level work. It also provides an opportunity for the student to complete courses required for the baccalaureate degree in nursing.