Mrs. Carol Lynch Nursing Department Chairperson

CONTACT INFORMATION

• Toni Johnson – Admission Specialist, Health Careers B216E, ext 3723tonijohnson@triton.edu

• Sandra Berryhill - pre-nursing counselorA-106E , ext 3369 sandraberryhill@triton.edu

Nursing EducationPractical Nurse – LPNRegistered Nurse – RN

A.A.S. Degree – Community CollegeB.S.N Degree – UniversityM.S.N – University (specialty degrees)Doctoral Degrees - University

Earn AAS Degree at Triton Become licensed R.N.Pursue B.S.N. at a UniversityTriton partners with Benedictine University BSN completion

program on Triton’s campus and Aurora University (off campus)

• Triton’s Nursing Program• Associate Applied Science qualifies

graduates for RN licensure• Practical Nurse certificate is an option

after one year and summer session. It can be an early exit option.

• Students are encouraged to remain for the full two years

• Admission criteria is the same for PN as the RN.

• PN is not a separate track.

Admission DeadlinesRolling Admission Cycle-Materials due• September 15 (with applicants notified by

December 15)• February 15 (with applicants notified by

April 15)• March 15 (applicants eligible only if a

seat is available)

Accepted applicants are randomlydesignated for fall and spring admission

Admission Process1. Triton College Application2. Attend an Information Session (OPTIONAL)

3. Apply to Nursing Program through the link listed below

www.triton.edu/healthapp4. Have official transcripts sent to Triton College Records

Department. Must complete a general petition requesting the transcripts to be evaluated

Maintain an unofficial copy of transcripts for meeting with counselor.

In District CommunitiesBellwoodBerkeleyBroadviewBrookfield (part)Elmwood ParkFranklin ParkForest ParkHarwood Heights (part)HillsideHinesLaGrange Park (part)MaywoodMelrose Park

Norridge (part)NorthlakeNorth RiversideNorwood Park (part)Oak ParkRiver ForestRiver GroveRiversideRosemont (part)Schiller ParkStone ParkWestchester

Placement Test

5. Take College Placement tests if you have not previously completed college level English and math coursesRoom A 126, no appointment neededGiven

Mon - Thur 8 AM – 8 PMFri 8AM – 4PMSat 9 AM – 2 PM

Required score of 4 in reading, writing, math

Nursing Pre-admission testTest of Essential Academic Skills TEAS

6. Take the TEAS (unless you have qualified ASSET scores)Multiple-choice assessment of basic academic knowledge in reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage deemed most appropriate and relevant to measure entry level skills and abilities of nursing program applicants.

• To schedule TEAS contact Triton College Testing Center Room A-126 (Learning Resource Center) Link to website information: http://www.triton.edu/Content.aspx?id=4420 or go to website

• Test requires advance registration (held in A 126) – register early!• Schedule testing ext 3341

Cost= $66.00 (cost may vary)Need a picture ID

Resources for TEAS

Academic Success Center - A-106 ext. 3341• Provides a TEAS overview /study skills • Tutors available for one-on-one assistance in each content

area : Reading, Math, Writing , and English/Language usage• iPad2 tablets available with TEAS study guideLibrary• Circulation Desk ext. 3215 or 3216• For room use only, Nursing Resource material (2) copiesATI• Applicants may purchase study materials from the

http://www.atitesting.com or Triton College bookstore. When ordering preparation material for the TEAS exam; please order for the 5.0 version of the test.

ADMISSION POINTS • Minimum is 6 points (may vary), max is 10 points

• Work to earn the highest possible points

• Those not admitted one year are NOT automatically accepted for the following year – they enter the pool of new applicants if they reapply through the student portal.

• Triton does NOT maintain a “waiting list”

ADMISSION POINTS

1. TEAS Test Scores (2-4 points possible)or previously acceptable minimal Asset scores (math and writing 41, reading 42)

2. G.P.A. for college level pre- requisites (1-4 points possible)

3. Previous College Academic History (0-2 points possible)

TEAS POINTSExemplary 90% > 4 pointsAdvanced 78% > 3 pointsProficient 58.7% > 2 points

GPA POINTSGPA for College Level Pre-requisites: RHT 101, PSY 100, BIS 136 or 240

G.P.A. Points3.5 + 43.0 – 3.49 32.5 – 2.9 2

Pre-requisites vs. General – Education Requirements• Pre-requisites – must be completed prior to

admission deadlines.• General – Education Requirements

– Required for PN certificate or AAS degree– Not nursing courses– While not required, it is very helpful to complete

prior to the start of nursing courses. – Some gen-eds are also pre-reqs to specific nursing

courses.

Pre-requisites• High School Graduate or GED• Triton College Placement test if you have not

previously completed college English & Mathrequire 4 in reading, writing, and math.

• Nursing Pre-admission test –TEAS required overall score of 58.7% with minimum in each content area

• Computer Proficiency or CIS100

Nursing Computer LiteracyComplete the computer literacy requirement with

CIS 100 course or evidence of:Word processingInternetE-mail

Several online coursesDept communication is by online Nursing

Student Forumemail Toni Johnson to document having

computer literacy skillstonijohnson@triton.edu

Pre-requisites

• CHEMISTRY• BIOLOGY• ALGEBRA

Must be equivalent to:• CHM 110 or 140• BIS 101 or 103• MAT 055 or score of 4

on the placement test

High School or College Level Pre-reqs must be within 5 years prior to

program admission with a grade of “C” or better.

Pre-requisites

All required math and science course will be considered only if completed within the five years of admission into the program.

The five year limit for biology and chemistry may be waived provided BIS 136 and BIS 240 is taken with five years of program entry.

Pre-requisites

• RHT 101• PSY 100• BIS 136 or 240

(completed within 5 years of program entry)

Note BIS 240 is transferrable

• College level cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better is required for all three college-level course pre-requisites.

• No substitutions

Pre-requisitesNUR 105 INTRODUCTION TO NURSING ACADEMICS

NUR 105 is a pre-requisite if students :• Earn an pre-determined score on TEAS (58.7%-77%) or ASSET (41-43)• Earned a “C” in math and science pre-requisites• Graduated from High School within 8 months of program entry

• STUDENTS ENROLLED IN NUR 105 AS A PRE-REQUISITE MUST EARN A “B” OR BETTER TO BE OFFICALLY ACCEPTED INTO THE NURSING PROGRAM.

General Education Requirements Optional prior to admission

– EDU 206 (pre-requisite to NUR145)– BIS 137 OR 241– BIS 122 prior to fall 12 BIS 222 begin fall 12

(pre-requisite to NUR 245/255)– SOC 100– SPE 101– HUM 3 CREDIT HOURS

Summer LPN Exit OptionNursing Student LPN exit option: an option for nursing

students who have completed the 1st and 2nd semesters of the nursing program.

Program Pre-requisites = 10 credits

Successful completion of semester 1 & 2 = 28 credits

– NUR 190 = 4 credits• Comprehensive Exam required with an established minimum score

Total credits for graduation = 42 credits

LPN Bridge (for current LPN’s)LPN to Associate Degree Upward Mobility Pre-RequisitesCompletion of all Program Pre-requisites with a “C” or better. Illinois LPN license (active)NUR 105 if “C”- Biology, CHM, A & P, or pre-determined TEAS score.

Students enrolled in NUR105 must earn a “B” or better.LPN who have completed State of Illinois approved pharmacology course

or equivalent will petition to receive credit for NUR 146 and NUR 156 upon completion of NUR 185

Successful completion BIS 136/137or BIS 240/241 EDU 206

NUR 185 Transition from LPN to AD student = 5 Credits

Additional Program Requirements• CPR• Health requirements• Criminal background check – CLEAR

– Start expunging or pardon procedure NOW Reference – http://www.isp.state.il.us/

• Drug screening• Alcohol breath test• Annual flu shots

Licensure Application QuestionsConvicted of a criminal offenseConvicted of a felonyIssued a Certificate of Relief from Disabilities by the

Prisoner Review BoardHealth condition that interferes with ability to perform

essential functions of professionPrior denial of a professional license or permitDishonorable discharge from armed service or from a city,

county, state or federal positionDelinquent in complying with child support orderDefaulted on educational loan or scholarship provided by

IL Student Assistance Commission or other governmental agency of IL

Maintain Current Contact Information

• Keep contact information current and accurate with Admissions– residency is what is on record Jan 1st or at deadline

dates• If out of town during December through August,

provide contact information to Admission Specialist, Toni Johnson in B 216E, ext 3723

• If you do not respond by the deadlines your seat may be given to the next available student.

Make a Plan• Identify desired date of program entry• Determine number of semesters and summer

sessions available to complete pre-requisites • Evaluate finances, job and personal responsibilities• Determine how many credits to take per semester

and summer• Modify desired date of program entry as necessary• Designate which pre-reqs to take each semester and

summer• Include completion of program gen-eds in plan

TUITION• NUR course tuition – effective fall ‘13

– In-district $186.00 per credit hour– Out-of-district $376.00 per credit hour

• Non NUR courses– In-district $103 per credit hr– Out-of-district $248.81 per credit hr

• Total cost for in-district students– $14,200 plus books, insurance, uniforms, etc.

• Tuition and fees subject to change at any time

STUDENT RESOURCES• Financial Aid Office: B 216W, ext 3155

– Federal & State• Grants, awards & work study• Local & private scholarships• Student Loans• Institutional awards

– Veteran’s Office Programs• B 216W, ext 3651 OR 3531

– Triton Retraining Assistance Center (TRAC)• B - 221 ext 3709

– Chargeback programs• B 216E, ext 3725, 3726

TIME MANAGEMENT

• Clock hours vs. credit hours• Large number of clock hours• 2-3 hours per week of study for every hour in

class• Travel to clinical agencies• Family endeavor• Need to balance other commitments to make

time for nursing.

SOME CLINICAL AGENCIESBritish Home Central Baptist VillageChildren’s MemorialElmhurst MemorialGottlieb LaGrange LoyolaMaddenOak Park HospRes Medical CenterSt. Elizabeth’sWestlake HospWest Suburban

CLINICAL HOURS Days

Tues/Wed AM, Thur/Fri AM, Sat/Sun AMMon/Wed PMMon/Fri PMFri PM/Sat AMetc

Times12 hr 7 AM – 7 PM7 AM - 11:40 AM, 7AM – 1:45 PM3 PM - 8:50 PM, 4:30 PM - 10:20 PMetc

Various combos to provide best clinical experiences and facultyStudents need to be flexibleChanges can occur and do occur anytime