CURRICULUM: The ADN core courses are listed below. The core courses must be completed PRIOR to application. The length of the LPN-to-RN option is one year from the point of entering Nursing Transition.

I. CORE COURSES:

BIO 2514 Anatomy and Physiology I (4 hrs)

BIO 2524 Anatomy and Physiology II (4 hrs)

PSY 1513 General Psychology (3 hrs)

FCS 1253 Nutrition (3 hrs)

EPY 2533 Human Growth & Development (3 hrs)

MAT 1233 Intermediate Algebra or MAT 1313
College Algebra (3 hrs)

BIO 2924 Microbiology (3 hrs)

ENG 1113 English Composition I (3 hrs)

ENG 1123 English Composition II (3 hrs)

SPT 1113 Speech (3 hrs)

Total hours for Academic courses: 33 hrs.

Beginning in Spring 2008, all applicants will be required to take the National League for Nursing Accelerated Challenge Exams (NLN-ACE I) prior to admission to the Fast-Track option.  A minimum score of 75% is required on this test to be considered for admission to the class; however, the 75% does not guarantee admission.  The cost of the exams (2 exams) is $100.00.  Following review of your application, a letter will be provided with instructions on how this fee is to be paid.  DO NOT pay this fee prior to receiving the letter.  For more information on the NLN-ACE I, please click here. 

1. Be admitted to Jones County Junior College.

2. Present evidence of graduation from an accredited high school or satisfactory achievement on the General Educational Development Test (GED).

3. Have a composite score of 18 or equivalent on the ACT.

4. Have a completed LPN to RN application for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Attach copies of unencumbered LPN license with IV certification.

5. Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on all previous college work.

6. Submit transcripts on all previous college work. Completion of all core courses is required with a grade of C or above.

7. Submit a written recommendation from your nursing supervisor.

8. After acceptance into the A.D. Nursing Program, the following is required:

a. Physical examination.

b. Two step Tuberculosis skin test or follow-up by the State Board of Health.

c. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) current certification.

d. Certificate of compliance for immunizations.

e. Hepatitis B vaccination or declination statement.

f. Clear criminal background check.

g. Completion of an interview and orientation session.