Heritage University (Nursing Program)

The Nursing program at Heritage prepares students for entry-level nursing by providing individualized learning experiences through classroom theory, clinical practice, and community involvement. Heritage maintains a low student-to-faculty ratio which allows for more frequent communication and a supportive environment that helps shape the program to fit the personal needs and abilities of the student.

The mission of the Practical Nurse (PN) Program is to prepare students for entry-level practical nursing by offering learning experiences through clinical practice and classroom theory. The PN Program is committed to meeting the educational needs of future professional nurses within the ever changing health care system. This commitment is directed at advancing health care by providing an effective educational program through excellence in teaching, clinical leadership and service to the health care community. Students who successfully complete the required PN and concurrent course work are eligible to take the State Board Practical Nursing Examination leading to licensure as a practical nurse (LPN). Students who are accepted into the Practical Nurse Program at Heritage have the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree. Students completing the Associate of Science degree can transfer their credits to the Intercollegiate Center for Nursing/Washington Sate University (ICN/WSU) for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from Washington State University. This program is available in Yakima. Other nursing programs could also be considered.

Courses transferring from another school will be individually inspected with their semester credit equivalency calculated and the number of total hours for each program will be inspected to enable completion of each degree.

The PN/AS program prepares the student for the NCLEX-PN exam while completing the prerequisites for an RN program. A grade of at least 2.0 is expected in each class in the general University classes(C), with a C+ required in Nursing classes,. Students obtaining less then the 2.0 in each class or 2.3 (C+) in Nursing classes will be expected to retake the class and this will be discussed with the student’s advisor.

Proficiency in Algebra is shown by having taken Intermediate Algebra, obtaining a C or higher.
The Heritage University assessment for placement in Math is taken and the level attained will indicate the Math proficiency. An assessment test result of Math 100 will allow a student to enter science and nursing classes. Below Math 100 will necessitate Math classes be taken before starting science and nursing classes.

Students anticipating progression to an RN program are encouraged to participate in writing courses. A writing folder consistent of 4 papers is expected for admission to a
Registered Nurse (RN) program with the 2.3 expectation continued.

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Practical Nurse with an Associate of Science Degree

This program combines the Practical Nurse certificate with prerequisite coursework for an RN program. It allows students to gain experience in the LPN role before pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). This program meets the educational and hands-on needs of future professional nurses and is committed to preparing students for the ever-changing healthcare system. Students explore and increase their understanding of the significance of cultural diversity in the healthcare industry. Students who complete coursework for the nursing certificate are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN board exam and apply for a BSN program if desired.

Associate of Arts in Pre-Nursing

This program provides students with the prerequisite coursework required for a BSN program. Students in this program do not complete nursing coursework, nor do they attend clinicals. Faculty members closely monitor the coursework to ensure equivalency with that required at many of the Washington State nursing programs.

Other nursing schools in Washington

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Olympic College (Nursing Programs) NURSING MISSION We are committed to: Facilitating an interactive environment that fosters growth and maximizes the potential of each individual ... Address: 1600 Chester Avenue

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