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North Dakota State College of Science
Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
Haverty Hall 123 Phone: 701.671.2416 Fax: 701.671.2402
October 20, 2015
Dr. Richard Rothaus
Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs
North Dakota University System
600 E Boulevard Ave, Dept 215
Bismarck, ND 58505-0230
Dear Dr. Rothaus:
In accordance with SBHE Policy 403.1, Program Approval and SBHE Policy 404.1, Distance
Learning Credit Activities, North Dakota State College of Science is requesting the approval of
an A.A.S. Registered Nursing program. We have attached the Stage II cover page, executive
summary and proposed sequence of courses.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Harvey Link
Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
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I. Change Change , " ", Effective Date: II.
NDUS Academic Program Code (this is an abbreviation of the Description; example UGBIO)
Short Title Description; (10 characters title)
III
Name:
For System Office use only:
Office __/__/__ AAC __/__/__ Cabinet __/__/__ Chancellor __/__/__ Board __/__/__ HECN __/__/__ CIP code ______ Major code _______ First Valid Term
CIP Code
Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed) Academic Career (UG, G, L, M)
Grading Scheme (UG, G, L, M, Ph)
New Termination
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This title is currently not in Procedure 409
12/2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Certificate Program
Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.)
Authorized to Offer Degree
Master of Arts (M.A.) Master of Science (M.S) Program Prefix Requested
Academic Group; (division, college, school) Academic Organization/Department
2nd Major
Corresponding degree title change
Old title (if title change) Program or Organizational Title
Program information (where applicable):
North Dakota University System
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMAL REQUEST
The purpose of the form is to streamline the request process, promote consistency, and foster improved record-keeping. This form is to accompany each academic request to the System office for State Board of Higher Eduation or Chancellor action.
STAGE II COVER PAGE
Other, Policy
Institution:
Approval of new prefix
approval
Distance education approval, Policy 404.1, "Distance Learning Credit Activities", Chancellor approval
Associate of Science (A.S)
Exact degree/award title (refer to NDUS Procedure 409 for title list): Minor
Organizational change, Policy 307.1, "Institutional Organization-Notice and Approval", SBHE approva Program title change, Policy 403.4, "Changes in Program Titles", Chancellor approval
Update Notice New
Diploma
Approval of new program, Policy 403.1, "Program Approval", SBHE approval Termination of program, Policy 403.1.1, "Program Termination", SBHE approval Place program on inactive status, Policy 403.1.3, "Inactive Programs", Chancellor approval
Implementation Date (old and new dates cannot overlap)
Action requested:
Date:
Submitted by:
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Approval of new program fee, Policy 805.3. 2.d
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Major
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
North Dakota State College of Science
July 1, 2016 UGARN Registered Nursing N/A ARN Fall 2017 UG UG Nursing 51.3801 Harvey Link 10/20/15
North Dakota State College of Science
Policy 403.1 Stage II “Program Approval”
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Registered Nursing Program Executive Summary
Need: The Southeast quadrant of North Dakota continues to experience significant growth in the healthcare
industry and major employers in the region (Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and Catholic Health Initiative) indicate that practical nursing is a career field that is experiencing a significant shortage of skilled workers. The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) has determined best practice for Associate RN
programs is to offer curriculums with no more than 64 credits. The current NDSCS Associate in Science in Nursing (ASN) program requires 72 credits. Therefore, to meet ACEN requirements for accreditation, and NDSCS degree requirements, an Associate of Applied Science RN program must be developed.
Program Objective: The overall objective of the AAS RN program is to meet the growing demand for registered
nurses in North Dakota and surrounding areas. One of the key strategic goals of NDSCS is to meet the workforce and educational needs of North Dakota and surrounding areas. Currently, expansion of major industries that partner with the nursing programs (i.e. Sanford and Essentia Hospitals in Fargo) are in the midst of expanding and seeking nurses at all levels.
Cost: The cost of developing a four-semester AAS RN program is expected to be moderate due to the existence
of the current two-semester ASN program. Development costs will primarily consist of curriculum development and marketing and promotion materials. Primary ongoing costs will consist of instructor salaries, professional development, marketing and promotion, and consumable classroom and laboratory supplies.
Accreditation: Application for Candidacy for the Associate Nursing RN program was granted September 10, 2015
by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The Candidate status is valid for two years expiring in September 2017.
Relationship to the Institution: The Registered Nursing program will be aligned with the other Allied Health
programs at NDSCS with primary reporting responsibility to the Nursing Department and to the Arts, Science and Business Division.
Program Delivery: This program will be delivered face-to-face in Wahpeton, Fargo and in other selected
outreach communities. Some courses may be offered online or as a hybrid course. Lab and clinical experiences will be conducted at partnering health care facilities in the area. General education courses may be taken face-to-face or via online delivery.
Articulation Opportunities: The program articulates with multiple higher educational institutions in ND and MN. Viability: The initial enrollment for the Registered Nursing program is anticipated to be 24-30 students/class with
the expectation of enrolling two cohort groups each year.
Duplication: The Associate Registered Nursing program to be offered at NDSCS will be the only two-year
stand-alone program offered in North Dakota not requiring a Practical Nursing degree for admission. Other Associate Degree Registered Nursing programs that require a Practical Nursing degree prior to enrollment are offered by the Dakota Nursing Program at WSC, BSC, LRSC and DCB.
Relationship to the Roundtable: The proposed AAS program supports the Cornerstones set forth by the SBHE
Roundtable Recommendations, including: Economic Development Connection, Accessible System, and a Flexible and Responsive System. Overall, our ability to offer this program will allow us to better meet the employment and economic development needs of the region and state by offering a responsive program that is in high demand by our industry partners. The program will be offered in a flexible environment.
Appendix A
NDSCS
Associate in Applied Science Registered Nursing (RN)
Proposed Program Plan – 64 credits
TOTAL SEMESTER CURRICULUM – 64
SEMESTER 1
PREFIX
COURSE
CREDITS
BIOL 220 Anatomy and Physiology I 3
BIOL 220 L Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1
FYE 101 Science of Success (8 weeks) 1
PSYC 250 Developmental Psychology 3
NURS 111 Role Development (8 weeks) 1
NURS 112 Essentials for Registered Nursing 4
NURS 113 Psych MH with clinical 3
NURS 114 Lab/Skills/Sim 1
TOTAL CREDITS 17
SEMESTER 2
PREFIX COURSE CREDITS
BIOL 221 Anatomy and Physiology II 3
BIOL 221 L Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1
PHRM 205 Pharmacology for Nursing 3
MICR 202 Introductory Microbiology 3
MICR 202L Introductory Microbiology Lab 1
NURS 115 Nursing Care Concepts in M/S I 3
NURS 116 Clinical M/S I 3
TOTAL CREDITS 17
SEMESTER 3
PREFIX COURSE CREDITS
NUTR 240 Principles of Nutrition and Diet Therapy 3
CIS/SOC/HIST Elective 2
ENG 110 College Comp 3
NURS 200 OB/Peds with clinical 4
NURS 201 Preventative/Community Health 3
TOTAL CREDITS 15
SEMESTER 4
PREFIX COURSE CREDITS
COMM 110 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
NURS 202 Complex Nursing Care Concepts in M/S 5
NURS 203 Complex Care Clinical 3
NURS 204 Leadership with Clinical 4
Admission Requirements:
Complete the NDSCS application process for admission
HS diploma or GED
COMPASS testing (benchmark for reading/math)
Admission assessment examination (TBA)
Applicants with English as a second language will be required to complete and English language
proficiency exam and meet the benchmark score
