“Need to Know” Information for Nursing

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This is for advisors only. The information is subject to change.

Curricular Requirements

Required outside or off-campus lessons

• Clinicals will be off-campus.
• Cost is included in tuition; may incur hospital parking fees.
• Parking fees at the hospital: $300 total (4 semesters)

Required equipment/supplies

• All students in the Nursing Program must have a laptop that meets specified requirements. MCC bookstore will have Windows devices for sale that can be purchased with financial aid money.
• ExamSoft, Evolve/HESI, Uworld and InPlace fees will total approximately $900 to $1500
• Uniform and shoes are approximately $170
• NCLEX Exam Fee

Internships/experiential learning

• 495 total clinical hours required.

Curricular nuances

• Avoid taking more than one lab science course in a semester.
• Take as few credits as needed to get the best grades possible.

Coursework availability

• Currently, lab sciences are not available online. At present, no weekend or evening NUR courses.

Resources available/academic support

• Natural Science Education Center (NSEC)
• Tutoring Academic Assistance Center (TAAC)
• faculty office hours and faculty-led tutoring

Physical requirements

• See “Essential Functions” – Student Related Policies (MCC Nursing website)

Physical Locations/Online Considerations

Off-campus requirements

• Self-transportation to clinical sites. Background check Medicaid/Medicare Abuse, Neglect Fraud Audit prior to NUR 111 Clinical.

Multiple campus location requirements

• NUR courses are in person at Brighton campus.

Career Considerations

Physical requirements

• Long periods of standing and walking. Cannot have restrictions. COVID-19 Vaccine is required.

Licensures needed to enter profession

• RN licensure requirements NYS
• Licensure fees: Those with prior felony or misdemeanor should determine if eligible to sit for licensure exam by calling NYS Office of Professions at (518) 474-3817 (ext 280)

Background checks

• Depends on state of hire.

Drug testing required

• Hospitals will require for employment.

Transfer Considerations

Most common transfer school(s)

There are two types of nursing transfer:

1. RN to Bachelor’s degree program (for those who earned an AAS in Nursing)
2. Traditional Nursing program (for those who took liberal arts coursework at MCC)

MCC students transfer to Nursing programs at SUNY Brockport, Roberts Wesleyan University, St. John Fisher University and Nazareth College. (See Rochester Area Nursing Guides for more information: Traditional Programs (PDF); RN to Bachelor’s Degree (PDF). Typically, courses that will be needed for Traditional Nursing program applications are: BIO 144, BIO 145, BIO 202, BIO 117 or 217, CHE 124, PSY 212, MTH 160, PHL 103. Best elective selections vary based on school. MCC has two 2+2 programs for Traditional Nursing Programs: one with St. John Fisher College and one with Roberts Wesleyan College. It is very helpful to use these guides when choosing electives even if the student is not technically in the program.

If a student qualifies and is interested in one of these colleges, they should apply for the program. Contact a transfer advisor for more information or recommended electives for a particular transfer school.

Highest math required for Nursing is Statistics (MTH 160).

Note: In New York State, once an individual is licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) they must earn a Bachelor’s degree within ten years. Some places of employment may require it sooner.

FAQs

How many students get into MCC’s Nursing Program each semester?

Approximately 70 students are admitted each semester. Students with the highest number of quality points will be offered seats in the program. There are typically 250 qualified applicants each semester and over 1000 additional students within the Nursing pathway.

How do students get into MCC’s Nursing Program?

Students need to meet the minimum admission requirements and apply by the application deadline. Detailed info is available on the Health Related Programs website (http://www.monroecc.edu/go/healthrelated). In addition, students earn quality points by taking “point-bearing courses” in order to apply through a competitive admission process. Applicants are ranked from highest to lowest number of points, and admission is granted to the students with the most points. The pool of applicants determines the point range needed for admission. Generally, students who gain acceptance to MCC’s nursing program have A’s and B’s for grades.

What options exist for students who do not get a seat in MCC’s Nursing Program?

Students who are not selected can continue to apply for MCC’s RN program multiple times if admission requirements are met. Students who are in the Health Studies Clinical track can continue to take Health Studies Clinical Track coursework that includes prerequisites to apply to a Traditional Nursing program at a 4-year institution such as St. John Fisher, Nazareth and Roberts Wesleyan. If students do not qualify for MCC’s program or a traditional BSN, encourage students to explore LPN programs (Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing at RGH, BOCES, REOC and MCC) and other Associate degree programs. See “Alternatives to Nursing” section in this handbook.

Why should students take HED 130 in the first semester?

It can be extremely helpful for students interested in nursing to take HED 130 in their first semester or as soon as possible. HED 130 – Foundations of Personal Health and Wellness includes a unit on health-related careers that helps students to learn about the many health-related career opportunities and to match their preferences and abilities to different health careers. For the many who may not be eligible or competitive for admission into MCC’s Nursing Program, learning about these options early on can help a student greatly if they determine that they need to make a shift or consider something else.

Should a student take BIO 144 in the first semester as long as they qualify?

BIO 144 is one of the point-bearing courses needed to apply to MCCs nursing program. It is good to get started on the sciences because BIO 144 is a prerequisite for BIO 145 and BIO 202. Because BIO 144 is a point-bearing course, the grade earned is very important. If study skills and time management are strong, then those are key aspects to success in the course. Maturity, support systems, confidence, and overall academic history are good indicators as well. Tutoring is available at MCC in the NSEC. Some students wait on starting A&P even if they qualify to take it if they feel they might not do well with it in the first semester. Delaying the course also delays earning the points that could be accumulated toward application to nursing. (About 70 points are needed before application is recommended.) Delaying can also add additional time until graduation depending on whether or not the student needs other preparatory courses such as math.

Note: An advisor would need to verify that the prerequisites are met through high school and/or college-level coursework and do an “override” in the system before the student can register for BIO 144.

What is the recommended math sequence for students in a nursing pathway?

If preparatory math courses are needed, those should be a priority so that the math courses can be taken in a timely fashion, particularly if a number of courses are needed. If a student needs to take CHE 100, they will need to be at MCC level 6 Mathematics placement or MTH 098 with a minimum grade of C or MTH 099 with a minimum grade of C or MTH 096 with a minimum grade of B-. Students must be at Math Level 7 for the nursing program.

When should students apply to the nursing program?

Students are able to apply to the nursing program for both fall and spring admission. Typically, it is recommended that students have about 70 points prior to applying.

Currently enrolled students will submit the online “major change request.” Questions about the major change process can be directed to Jen Kinslow (jkinslow@monroecc.edu). New/transfer/returning students will apply to the college online through the Admissions Office.

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Updated 3/7/2023