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Essay on my you choose a concordia college for nursing

Answer 1

Three very distinct ways are available to obtain a BSN at Concordia. Applicants who are not Registered Nurses may be admitted to the traditional track or the Accelerated BSN track. The traditional track is a four-year program of study with the two distinct parts listed below. The Accelerated BSN track is for students with previous college experience in a non-nursing field. Applicants who are Registered Nurses in Texas or a Compact State may be admitted to the non-traditional track and be awarded credit for previous nursing education. The non-traditional track is offered online.

BSN Traditional 4-Year Track

Accelerated BSN Track

Nursing Program Overview

You will spend your freshman and sophomore years at Concordia-Chicago where you will take pre-professional general education and rigorous science courses. After successfully completing at least two full semesters at CUC, you are required to apply separately for admission to Resurrection University’s nursing program which is not guaranteed based on your admission to CUC.

As a Resurrection student you will participate in hands-on clinical experiences and take courses solely related to nursing. Upon successful completion of all four years of the program, you will receive a diploma listing both universities.

NCLEX-RN pass rates for Resurrection University students have been above 90% for the past eight quarters. The exam tests the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the safe and effective practice of nursing at the entry level.

Please note, this program is not open to transfer students. Prospective transfer students should contact Resurrection University directly for admission information.

Nursing Course Information

Curriculum at Concordia University Chicago

During your freshman and sophomore years at CUC, your course work will focus on pre-professional general education courses and pre-nursing topics including biology and chemistry. You will work hands-on in small classes that focus on the individual success of each student. These courses will provide a foundation for the rigorous curriculum of subsequent nursing courses.

Curriculum at Resurrection University

The last two years of your courses will be taken at Resurrection University campus located in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood. At Resurrection University your courses will focus on nursing and the fundamentals of healthcare. As part of the curriculum you will also take seven-week courses in pediatrics, community health, mental health, older adult nursing, pharmacology and more. You will devote most of your time to hands-on clinical work in a variety of situations; so don't expect a classroom-only learning environment.