ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
NURSING DEGREE ADMISSION INFORMATION

The Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to prepare qualified students for entry-level nursing practice. Upon successful completion of the nursing program, the student will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing and be eligible to make application for licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

REVIEW THE FOLLOWING DEADLINES AND IMPORTANT DATES:

Spring Applications:

• Applications available – April (you must sign up for the HESI before you will be given an application)

• HESI Testing – June/July testing.services@coconino.edu or call (928) 526-7629

• Applications Due – August ( First Wednesday by noon) at the Fourth Street Campus

• Interviews – October

Fall Applications:

• Applications available – October (you must sign up for the HESI before you will be given an application)

• HESI Testing – January testing.services@coconino.edu or call (928) 526-7629

• Applications Due – February ( First Wednesday by noon) at the Fourth Street campu

• Interviews – March

Nursing Program Advisement

Please contact the Advising Department at the Lone Tree Campus 226-4323.

RN to BSN and Transferability of credits

Coconino Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and as a member of the North Central Association; all classes taken at CCC are transferable to other public and private educational institutions in Arizona. Coconino Community College works closely with Northern Arizona University and Arizona State University to provide a curriculum that articulates with the university and Chamberlain College so graduates can make the transition to a broader nursing role with a baccalaureate degree.   Additional courses will be required to meet requirements for the RN to BSN curriculum.

CCC Humanities Courses (link to Curriculum)

Also accepted for Arts and Humanities credit for Nursing at CCC:

( May not meet University Liberal Studies Requirements )

SPA 101 Beginning Spanish I (4)

SPA 102 Beginning Spanish II (4)

SPA 125 Spanish for Healthcare Providers (3)

NAV 101 Beginning Navajo I (4)

NAV 102 Beginning Navajo II (4)

ASL 101 American Sign Language I (4)

ASL 102 American Sign Language II (4)

 

Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degree

 Curriculum           

Pre-requisites		Pre-requisites
ENG 101	English Composition I	3   All pre-requisites must
MAT 142	College Mathematics	3   be completed by application date
BIO 201	Anatomy & Physiology I	4
CHM 138	Fundamentals of Chemistry	4
NUR 110/111	Nursing Assistant I + Clinicals	5

              

 

 

*AHS 131 is a pre or co-requisite for NUR 110     3

*BIO 181 is a pre-requisite for BIO 201               4

*PSY 101 is a pre-requisite for PSY 240               3

 All pre-requisites must be completed to apply for the Nursing Program starting Fall 2012(Including AZ CNA License)

 

First Semester
ENG 102	English Composition II	3
BIO 202	Anatomy & Physiology II	4
NUR 114	Introduction to Nursing Pharmacology	2
NUR 116	Nursing Concepts I	7
Semester Total		16

 

Second Semester
PSY 240	Developmental Psychology	3
BIO 218	Human Pathophysiology	4
NUR 120	Mental Health Nursing	2
NUR 124	Nursing Concepts II	7
Semester Total		16

Third Semester 

NTR 135	Human Nutrition	3
BIO 205	Microbiology	4
NUR 215	Nursing Concepts III	8
Semester Total		15

 

Fourth Semester
Arts and Humanities Elective		3
NUR 220	Nursing concepts IV	9
NUR 222	Management & Leadership in Nursing	2
Semester Total		14
Total hours:		61

          

                                                               

1.How do I get started?

Admission to the Associate in Applied Science Nursing Degree program is limited and requires completion of the following:

• Application to Coconino Community College

• Copy of current Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant license

• Signed and completed application to the nursing program

• Receipt of Science Faculty Recommendation Form

• Receipt of CNA Instructor or CNA/PCT supervisor Recommendation Form (good for two years)

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider CPR

• Score from HESI Pre-Admission Assessment Test and Essay questions from Testing Services (must be taken at CCC)

• Courses Transferring from other schools to this degree must be accepted by CCC Registrar and show on your CCC transcripts

• Personal Interview with faculty (top applicants)

 

2.Is there Pre-Admission Testing?

Yes, You are required to take a HESI pre-admission assessment test and answer two essay questions.  NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE. Test scores must be submitted with the application. The HESI Test must be taken at CCC no more than 2 times during an application period. An 80% summary score is required to apply. In addition,  you will be answering two essay questions at the Testing Center when you take your HESI Exam. If you are not taking a HESI Exam, you will need to schedule a time ( at the Testing Center_928 526-7629) to answer the essay question. The questions will be new each application period. Instructions for the essay question will be given at the time of testing. Results of the HESI Exam and your essay answers will be placed in a sealed envelope by the Testing Center and must be included with your application.(no Physics on the test)

A study guide for the HESI Exam is available from the Lone Tree Book Store.

3.What is the licensing process to become a Registered Nurse?

Completion of the requirements for graduation from the Coconino Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing program are not the sole criteria for obtaining a license to practice nursing in Arizona. Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing (Nurse Practice Act A.R.S. Section 32-1632, et seq.). Students must satisfy any state requirements independently of any requirements necessary for graduation from Coconino Community College. For more information please visit the Arizona Board of Nursing website: www.azbn.gov Under Resources you will find applications and rules and regulations.

4.What course should I take before applying?

All pre-requisite courses as listed on page 3 must be completed. All co-requisite courses must be completed prior to or in sequential order listed on the curriculum outline (page 2). Please carefully plan your curriculum with your advisor to avoid the need to postpone admission.

5.My college courses are “old” do I have to retake them?

You may have some courses “age out” after a number of years and may need to be repeated (Math 10 years, Chemistry 7 years, Biology and Nutrition 5 year limits). Also, please refer to CCC’s catalog for a list of approved Arts and Humanities electives. You must fulfill CCC’s requirements for a degree no matter what other courses you have taken, not all humanities transfer.

6.I work and have a family. What kind of time commitment does this program have? Can I attend part time?

It is important to understand the time commitment required to complete the two year Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degree program. Many of our nursing students do work part-time, however we don’t believe full-time work is possible and this is not a part-time program. For example, in the first semester you will have 6 hours of nursing classes per week which will require 3-4 hours of study per hour of class time. You will also have two 8 hour clinical/labs per week which will require an additional 4-5 hours of study preparation. This easily adds up to 40-50 hours per week. Additional class and study time is required if you have any co-requisites to complete. Please be sure you are able to make this commitment!

7.Are there any health requirements?

Yes, proof of current immunizations or titers: MMR, Varicella, adult TDAP (within 10years) and a negative TB skin test within 6 months of start of class or negative chest x-ray (within 2 years) will be required after admission to the nursing program. Hepatitis B series is strongly recommended, but not required. It is essential that nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. Minimum health standards for mobility, dexterity, vision, hearing, and preventing spread of infectious disease, are consistent with standards of most health care agencies.

8.Do you do drug testing?

Yes, screening tests for alcohol and drugs may be required for all students admitted to the nursing program prior to any actual clinical assignments.

9.Are there additional fingerprints required besides those for my CNA?

Yes, apply soon, you will need a DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card to start the program.This can take six months and is required for admission. The application for fingerprints is available in the Nursing Department. To obtain more information on fingerprint clearance, please visit the DPS web site: www.azdps.gov and scroll down to Fingerprints.

10. Is travel required during clinicals?

Clinical experiences take place in various health care agencies in and outside Flagstaff. Hours may vary from class schedule depending on the clinical placement and travel will be required at times. Overnight stays may also be required. Expenses associated with clinical travel are the responsibility of the student.

11. Would it be helpful to have a computer?

Absolutely, it is important to understand the various modes of learning in the nursing program. There will be numerous on-line sessions, research projects, assignments as well as e-mail communications. Having 24 hour access to your own computer or laptop, internet service, PowerPoint and Word programs and a printer is essential.

12. How do you decide who is admitted into the program?

This is a partial list of the criteria needed to be considered for admission. A complete packet will be available from the Nursing Department.

• Completion of all five pre-requisite courses, and a cumulative GPA of 2.75  is required.

• Sealed Copies of official transcripts from all other schools except CCC, must be included with the application.

• Applicant must  have a current Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant License(CNA) and submit a copy of license or license number with the application.

• Science Faculty recommendation form

• CNA Instructor or CNA/PCT Supervisor recommendation form ( no more than 2 years old)

• Score results and copy of test from HESI pre-admission assessment test and essay questions

• Personal interview with faculty  

 Starting Fall 2012 application cycle, all pre-requisite classes must be completed when applying to the program. ( AZ CNA License included)

 

 

13. Is there any paperwork required after I am accepted?

Yes, upon acceptance into the program you will be asked to fill out a student contact for which will include your address, phone and email address which will be available to your fellow classmates. (If you do not want this information shared, notify the nursing office) You will also need to complete a Confidential Medical History (which is not shared), a current list of required immunizations, a DPS fingerprint card, current AHA CPR, and a CNA certification number. Flagstaff Medical Center also has a packet of information that must be filled out by every student which includes a Student/Intern Module and post test.

Please feel free to contact us for more information or to schedule an appointment:

Coconino Community College

Nursing Department

3000 N. Fourth Street

Flagstaff, AZ 86004-1825

(928) 526-7640

Fax: 928-526-7619

   Note: All Nursing applicants must have a Certified Nursing Assistant license to enter our program. Please visit: CNA description to review requirements for licensing.

OTHER IMPORTANT CONTACTS:

Monica Baker, Ed. D             Donald Johnson, RN, MS

Dean, Career & Tech. Ed.          Director of Nursing & Allied Health  

Coconino Community College       Coconino Community College

   2800 S. Lone Tree Rd.          3000 N. Fourth Street

    Flagstaff, AZ 86001             Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Monica.baker@coconino.edu        Donald.johnson@coconino.edu

 

    Terri Beeson-Davis                 Lisa Hill

Educational Opportunity Center          Financial Aid Advisor

3000 N. Fourth Street             2800 S. Lone Tree Rd.

Flagstaff, AZ 86004             Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Terri.beeson-davis@nau.edu       lisa.hill@coconino.edu

    928-526-7602             928-226-4241

 

Coconino Community College

Associate in Applied Science in Nursing

 

Estimated Cost of 2 Year Program

Course	Tuition	Fees
NUR 114	$170	$95
NUR 116	$595	$258
NUR120	$170	$88
NUR 124	$595	$203
NUR 215	$680	$288
NUR 220	$765	$283
NUR 222	$170	$60

 

*Please note that text books come in a bundle each semester, however many will be purchased the first semester to be used throughout the program.

Textbook Costs:

Semester I: $ 789.00 Text & e-book/ e-book only: $450.00

Semester II :$228.00 print and e-book/ e-book only $296.00

Semester III: $109.00 print and e-book/ e-book only $132.00

Semester IV: $109.00 print and e-book/ e-book only $56.00

 

Additional Costs:         Supplies/Uniforms            $385

                NCLEX-RN Application and Testing      $465

              

              

The above costs are for nursing classes only and are based on current tuition and course fees. Supplies and uniform costs are a conservative estimate. Addition expenses such as transportation, computer/internet service and living expenses are not included.

Please contact the Nursing department, 928-526-7640, if you require this information in an alternate format.

 

Coconino Community College

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree

DOCUMENT SCHEDULE

All nursing students are required to furnish copes of certain health and safety documentation required by the state to the nursing department. Students are also required to update documents which may expire during the nursing program (i.e. TB, CPR, CNA). The following is a time table which can help you prepare and stay current with these requirements. This is the responsibility of the student and failure to provide current and updated documentation may result in the inability of the student to attend clinical dates.

Documentation	Due	Cost
CNA Certificate	Every 2 years-must be kept current through graduation	no cost
CPR Card	Every 2 yearmust be kept current through graduation	Facility charge
TB	Prior to 1st semester and each year through graduation	Facility Charge
TDAP	Prior to 1st semester	Facility Charge
FMC Module	Every Year-must be retaken each summer	no cost
DPS Fingerprint card	Prior to 1st semester	$65 plus cost of fingerprinting

 

For more information about the Nursing Department and what they have to offer, please contact the Nursing Department Administrative Assistant Patti by email at patti.rusconi@coconino.edu or by phone (928) 526-7640.

This page is maintained by patti.rusconi@coconino.edu. Last update March 2011 © 2009 Coconino Community College.