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Disclaimers: WSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, pregnancy, genetics, age (over 40), disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran, active military status, and other classifications protected by law in its programs and activities. Information is available from, and discrimination and harassment complaints may be filed with, the Executive Director of AA/EO, [email protected], MA 101, or 801-626-6239. Students accepted into the nursing program may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens during their time in the program. All admitted applicants will be required to complete a mandatory background check and drug screening. Admission to the program is contingent upon submission of a satisfactory background check and a negative drug screening. If you have a record of convicted criminal actions, it may affect your eligibility for admission to the WSU nursing program. Applicants who have been treated for mental illness or substance abuse should discuss their eligibility status with the Utah State Board of Nursing. Acceptance to the nursing program does not assure eligibility to take the RN graduation licensing examination. The Utah State Board of Nursing makes final decisions on issue of license. Physically challenged and learning-disabled students must register with the disability office prior to starting the nursing program if special assistance is required. Please call 801-626-6413. LEARNING TODAY ... LEADING TOMORROW weber.edu/nursing How to Apply Before applying, you must: • Complete or be enrolled in a practical nursing (PN) program. • Pass the NCLEX-PN exam by the end of the first semester, or be a licensed practical nurse in the state of Utah. Find prerequisite courses and steps to apply at weber.edu/nursing. Questions? Call us at 801-626-6753 to speak with an advisor. PRACTICAL TO REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM (PN TO RN) 05/19 The Weber State University School of Nursing Programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 3343 Peachtree Road N.E, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 Phone: 404-975-5000 Fax: 404-975-5020 acenursing.org

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Page 1: PRACTICAL TO REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM (PN TO RN) … · national origin, pregnancy, genetics, age (over 40), disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression,

Disclaimers: WSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, pregnancy, genetics, age (over 40), disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran, active military status, and other classifications protected by law in its programs and activities. Information is available from, and discrimination and harassment complaints may be filed with, the Executive Director of AA/EO, [email protected], MA 101, or 801-626-6239.

Students accepted into the nursing program may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens during their time in the program. All admitted applicants will be required to complete a mandatory background check and drug screening. Admission to the program is contingent upon submission of a satisfactory background check and a negative drug screening. If you have a record of convicted criminal actions, it may affect your eligibility for admission to the WSU nursing program. Applicants who have been treated for mental illness or substance abuse should discuss their eligibility status with the Utah State Board of Nursing. Acceptance to the nursing program does not assure eligibility to take the RN graduation licensing examination. The Utah State Board of Nursing makes final decisions on issue of license.

Physically challenged and learning-disabled students must register with the disability office prior to starting the nursing program if special assistance is required. Please call 801-626-6413.

LEARNING TODAY ... LEADING TOMORROWweber.edu/nursing

How to ApplyBefore applying, you must:

• Complete or be enrolled in a practical nursing (PN) program.

• Pass the NCLEX-PN exam by the end of the first semester, or be a licensed practical nurse in the state of Utah.

Find prerequisite courses and steps to apply at weber.edu/nursing.

Questions?

Call us at 801-626-6753 to speak with an advisor.

PRACTICAL TO REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM (PN TO RN)

05/19

The Weber State University School of NursingPrograms are accredited by the AccreditationCommission for Education in Nursing3343 Peachtree Road N.E, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326Phone: 404-975-5000 Fax: 404-975-5020acenursing.org

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For more than 65

years, Weber State

University’s Annie

Taylor Dee School

of Nursing has

developed skilled

and knowledgeable

nursing

professionals.

Our PN to RN

program allows

licensed practical

nurses, and

those eligible for

licensing, to earn

an associate’s

degree while

preparing for

clinical practice as

a registered nurse.

Why Choose WSU’s PN to RN Program?You can earn your Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS), depending on your goals.

You’ll learn the skills to advance your career and earning potential as a licensed registered nurse.

We offer online courses and experience in a clinical setting.

weber.edu/nursing

We partner with Bridgerland Technical College, Davis Technical College and Ogden-Weber Technical College to offer students in PN programs a path toward an associate’s degree and registered nursing licensure.

PayScale named WSU the top Utah institution for return on investment.

What You’ll Learn You’ll become an expert in patient-centered nursing care, pharmacology, anatomy, physiology and more. In addition, you’ll practice in state-of-the-art simulation labs and complete a professional practice preceptorship, where you’ll gain hands-on experience for your career.

Employment Opportunities After graduation, you’ll be eligible to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a licensed registered nurse.

You may also continue your nursing education at Weber State University to earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing.