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Nursing Accelerated Option: Pre-Select Curriculum ( Effective 2009-2)

Selection is based on the students' cumulative grade point average (GPA) and successful completion of prerequisite courses. Students who are currently enrolled in all prerequisite courses of the chosen option are also eligible for selection.

Application Criteria – Accelerated Option (Full Time Only)

To apply to the Accelerated Nursing Option in the School of Nursing for the Spring program (2010-2) and all following semesters, the applicant must:

1. Successfully complete the following general education and natural sciences pre-requisite courses with a “C” or higher prior to the application deadlines:

General Education Courses - 15 Credits
Courses	Course Title	Credits
ENC 1101*	English Composition 1	3
MAC 1105	College Algebra	3
DEP 2000	Growth and Development	3
PHI 2604*	Critical Thinking/Ethics	3
SPC 1017*	Fundamentals of Speech Communications	3

Natural Science Courses - 15 Credits
Courses	Course Title	Credits
BSC 2085	Human Anatomy & Physiology 1	3
BSC 2085L	Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab 1	1
BSC 2086	Human Anatomy & Physiology 2	3
BSC 2086L	Human Anatomy & Physiology 2	1
CHM 1033	Chemistry for Health Sciences	3
CHM 1033L	Chemistry For Health Sciences Lab	1
MCB 2010	Microbiology	3

* A baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited institution in the United States will exempt the student from these general education courses.

2. Have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5

3. Complete the TEAS Test with a minimum scores of 58.7% or higher.

Additional Requirements:

1. Applicants must provide proof through Official Transcripts of a baccalaureate degree or higher in the United States.

2. Students with 4 or more grades of D, F or W, in required natural science courses are not eligible for entry into the Associate Degree Nursing program

3. Applicants with 3 or more grades of “D”, “F”, or “W” in the required natural science pre-requisite courses are not eligible for entry in any of the Nursing program options.

4. Applicants with more than two (2) enrollments (D, F, W) for any the required natural science pre-requisite courses are not eligible for entry in any of the Nursing program options.

Selection Criteria:

1. Scores on the TEAS Test (60%)

2. Natural Sciences GPA (40%)

All Medical Campus students must complete the FDLE Waiver and Statement form.This form is to authorize dissemination to Miami Dade College - Medical Campus of any national criminal history record that may pertain to you.

In addition, all program students must complete a "background check" through the identified MDC agent https://ibrinc.com/mdc/select and cleared by the 1st day of class. Depending on your program of study an additional background check may be required. In addition, prior to entry into a clinical site, some clinical sites will require more frequent background checks and clearance.

Successful completion of the MDC level two background check process or completion of a MDC nursing/health sciences program does not guarantee a graduate's eligibility for participation in the professional credentialing process or for related employment. Credentialing agencies and health care employers may have additional eligibility criteria not required by an educational institution. Individuals who have been arrested or convicted of any felony crime during the last 15 years are strongly urged to inquire directly of the licensing board in the jurisdiction in which they intend to practice.