school of nursing: what you must know before applying

School of Nursing

Educating nurses to facilitatechange in the world’s evolvinghealthcare environment.

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

Academic Programs

SCHOOL OF NURSING

programs

World-Class Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Mission, Vision, Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Undergraduate ProgramsOffered On-Site/Distance Education

Registered Nurse to Bachelor’s Degree Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Registered Nurse Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Offered On-Site

Basic Baccalaureate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Accelerated Bachelor of Science Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Graduate ProgramsOffered through Distance Education with On-Site Requirements

Nursing Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Master of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Non-Nursing Bachelor Degree Applicants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Adult Health Nurse Practitioner–Primary Care or Clinical Nurse Specialist* . . . . 9Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Neonatal Nurse Practitioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Nurse Midwifery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Perinatal/Women’s Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Pediatric Health Nurse Practitioner–Primary Care or Clinical Nurse Specialist . . 14Doctor of Nursing Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15*Also offered on-site

Clinical Affiliations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Office of Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Professional Education and Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Technical Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Non-Matriculated Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Helpful Web Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

The School of Nursing reserves the right to change admission and program requirements tomeet prevailing accreditation and registration requirements.

Transcripts from foreign institutions must be evaluated for transfer equivalency credits by theWorld Education Services (WES) www.wes.org

Office of the Dean

Jan KavazanjianExecutive Assistant to the Dean

Pamela CriscuoloStaff Assistant

Barbara O’ConnorStaff Assistant

Linda SacinoStaff Assistant

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from the office ofthe deanDear Prospective Student,

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Stony Brook UniversitySchool of Nursing. You have made a good choice. Our graduatesare distinguished by their critical thinking skills, leadership ability,

and excellence in clinical practice. They move on to positions wherethey shape and influence the future of healthcare both nationally andinternationally. Stony Brook graduates can be found providing care at apatient’s bedside, working effectively with multidisciplinary teams,directing challenges related to international health, educating futurenurses, or leading research projects pertinent to improving healthcarefor our patients and their families.

The learning atmosphere at Stony Brook School of Nursing is built on thevision and mission of the University. Our distinctive programs are rich inexpert nursing resources. Our faculty are part of a community of scholarsand clinicians who refine the curricula annually to reflect changes inpractice, advancing technology, and input from our students’ experiences.The student body is composed of students located across the UnitedStates and from many other countries, which only adds to the richness ofthe learning experience. The faculty are committed to prepare skillful andcompassionate nurse leaders who excel in the workforce and contributeto creating better systems of care for those we service.

Our nursing students enjoy all the advantages of being a part of anacademic medical center. Clinical experiences are highlighted at StonyBrook University Hospital, which is a dynamic 546-bed tertiary carefacility that is the only Level 1 trauma center in the area. All of thestudents from the University’s health sciences, which also includes theSchools of Medicine, Dental Medicine, Social Welfare, and HealthTechnology and Management, interact closely playing a major role inshaping your future as a practitioner. These learning partnerships arewhat give Stony Brook nurses the competitive edge upon graduation.

If you are looking for a nationally ranked School of Nursing that is partof an academic medical center with distinguished faculty and aninnovative curriculum, we invite you to apply.

Come join some of the brightest and best minds in the nation!

Lee Anne Xippolitos, PhD, RN Dean, Stony Brook University School of Nursing Chief Nursing Officer, Stony Brook Medicine

“The learning environmentboth on-site and online atStony Brook University isespecially rich in expertnursing resources. Facultyrefine the curricula throughcontinuous qualityimprovement using inputfrom students, faculty,alumni, consumers, andemployers.”

Contact:Stony Brook University

School of NursingHealth Sciences Center, Level 2Stony Brook, NY 11794-8240

(631) 444-3200

Stony Brook UniversitySchool of Nursing’sundergraduate and clinicalmaster’s programs areaccredited by theCommission on CollegiateNursing Education(CCNE). Initialaccreditation of the Doctorof Nursing Practiceprogram was reviewed April 2012.

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missionThe mission of the School of Nursing is toprovide accessible, high-quality undergraduateand graduate education to diverse studentpopulations for the development of nurseleaders at all entries of practice. The missionwill be accomplished through innovativeprograms that reflect the needs and currenttrends of society. Our programs are imple -mented by faculty who are committed toeducation of the highest standards and whopromote clinical practice, scholarly activity andresearch that advances the scientific andtheoretical foundation of nursing.

Bachelor of Science Program ObjectivesUpon completion of the program the student will be able to:■ Utilize scientific method to provide health promotion maintenance

and restoration of diverse populations of patients.■ Use theory to conceptualize health responses of diverse populations.■ Apply research findings to guide nursing practice.■ Apply principles of leadership and management in nursing and

healthcare delivery.■ Use information and patient care technologies to provide safe,

quality care.■ Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration to improve healthcare

and health outcomes through advocacy, activism and change.■ Demonstrate professional standards of ethical conduct and social

responsibility.■ Apply knowledge of cultural factors that affect nursing and

healthcare across multiple contexts.■ Articulate the value of pursuing practice excellence, lifelong

learning and professional engagement to foster professionalgrowth and development.

Master of Science Program ObjectivesUpon completion of the program the student will be able to:■ Integrate clinical prevention and population health concepts in the

provision of evidence-based, culturally relevant healthcare.■ Incorporate theory from nursing and related sciences to determine

appropriate application of interventions across diverse populations.■ Translate relevant research to improve practice and associated

health outcomes for patient aggregates.■ Demonstrate leadership skills in the provision of high-quality

healthcare within the context of an interprofessional team.■ Integrate current and emerging technologies into the delivery of

safe, quality care.■ Examine the effect of legal and regulatory processes on nursing

practice, healthcare delivery and outcomes.■ Apply ethical analysis and social responsibility to delivery of

advanced nursing care across diverse populations.■ Demonstrate cultural competence to improve patient and

population outcomes.■ Demonstrate understanding of the value of professional engagement

and lifelong learning in the provision of quality healthcare.

Doctoral Program ObjectivesUpon completion of the program the student will be able to:■ Analyze scientific data related to healthcare models and

strategies that affect population health.■ Integrate knowledge from nursing and other sciences as the

foundation for the highest level of advanced nursing practice.■ Synthesize relevant findings from evidence for practice to improve

healthcare outcomes.■ Employ leadership skills for interprofessional collaboration that

improve patient and population health outcomes.■ Utilize information systems technology to evaluate outcomes of

care, care systems and quality management.■ Maintain accountability for quality healthcare by evaluating

methods that improve complex healthcare delivery systems.■ Participate in development and implementation of healthcare

policies that promote ethical and social responsibility.■ Evaluate cultural competence to improve patient and population

outcomes.■ Evaluate clinical competence and organizational skills appropriate

to area of specialization through lifelong learning and reflection.

Dean: Lee Anne Xippolitos

Associate Deans: Corrine Jurgens, Marie Marino

Assistant Dean for Business Affairs: Philip Tarantino

Special Assistant to the Dean for Projects, Evaluations and Outcomes: Lori Escallier

Chair, Department of Graduate Studies in Advanced Practice Nursing: Patricia Bruckenthal

Chair, Department of Graduate Studies in Nursing Organization and Leadership: Marijean Buhse

Chair, Department of Undergraduate Studies: Brenda Janotha

Director of Student Resources and Academic Advancement: Lenore Lamanna

Professors: Mary Anne Dumas, Kathleen Shurpin

Professor Emerita: Ora J. Bouey, Patricia Long, Lenora J. McClean

Clinical Professor Emerita: Judith Treistman

Clinical Professors: Marijean Buhse, Lori Escallier

Associate Professors Emeritae: Doretta Dick (deceased), Madeline Zunno (deceased)

Clinical Associate Professors: Nancy Balkon, Kathleen Bratby, Patricia Bruckenthal,Michael Chiarello, Virginia Coletti, Kathleen Gambino, Brenda Janotha, CorrineJurgens, Lenore Lamanna, Marie Ann Marino, Barbara Messina, Diane Pastor,Denise Snow, Philip Tarantino

Clinical Associate Professor Emerita: Sandra Jaffe-Johnson

Clinical Assistant Professors: Terri Cavaliere, Jeannette Coane, Elizabeth Collins,Carol Della Ratta, Patricia Eckardt, Janet Galiezewski, Barbara Gibbons, Nicole Rouhana, Barbara Sprung, Catherine Sullivan, Paul Timoney, Lyn Vargo,Patricia Voelpel

Clinical Instructor: Kenneth Faulkner

Assistants to the Dean Suite: Pamela Criscuolo, Barbara O’Connor, Linda Sacino

Executive Assistant to the Dean: Jan Kavazanjian

Director, Office of Student Affairs: Jennifer Coppola

Staff Assistants, Office of Student Affairs: Karen Allard, Lisa Lent, Irene Stern

Graduate Program Assistant: Dolores Bilges

Undergraduate Program Assistants: Anita DeFranco, Kathleen Miller

Office of Clinical Placements: Valerie DiGiovanni, Theresa Wenz

Director, Grants and Program Outcomes/Clinical Infomatics: Keri Hollander

Director, Information Technology and Clinical Placements: Kenneth MacDowell

Technology Support: Maryann Russo, Saskya Barresi, Matthew Silverstone

www.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu(631) 444-3200

SCHOOL OF NURSING’S

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visionThe vision of the School of Nursing is to become a destinationpublic Ivy for students, faculty and researchers.

valuesI REACH

Integrity: The maintenance of high and consistent standards that hold up under scrutiny.

Respect: The acknowledgment, consideration and regard for the unique contributions of all.

Excellence: The state of highest quality.

Accountability: The quality of being responsible for one’s actions.

Creativity: A unique ability to develop innovation.

Honesty: A characteristic of being fair, truthful and morally upright.

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Apply at www.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu ~ click on “Apply Online.” For information, call (631) 444-32002

Philip Tarantino Assistant Dean for Business Affairs

Marie Marino Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Corrine Jurgens Associate Dean for Research

Lori Escallier Special Assistant to the Dean

The School of Nursing’s goals...■ Educate a diverse population of students for professional

nursing practice in a variety of settings.

■ Provide educational access to geographically dispersedstudents through innovative programs and evolvingtechnologies.

■ Contribute to the scholarly development of the professionthrough integration of theory, research and clinical practice.

■ Provide an educational foundation to promote culturalcompetence, ethical sensitivity, leadership and lifelong learning.

■ Prepare for global improvement of healthcare throughindividual, collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts.

■ Provide an environment and infrastructure that supportsfaculty teaching, scholarship, research, service and practice.

■ Provide a mechanism for continuous program assessment,evaluation and improvement.

Registered Nurse to Bachelor’s Degree ProgramOffered On-Site or Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The registered nurse baccalaureate program is designed for students with either anassociate degree or diploma in nursing. The curriculum is concentrated in the upper divisionand leads to a bachelor of science degree with a major in nursing. The upper-divisionnursing major draws on the lower-division prerequisite courses from the humanities and the natural and social sciences. Students are provided with learning experiences focusedon the world’s evolving healthcare environment through communication, negotiation andleadership. Students are also provided with learning experiences focused on individuals,families, groups and communities. In addition, students are exposed to various models of professional nursing and healthcare.

All courses required for admission must be completed prior to enrolling in the School.Official transcripts from each school attended must be submitted to transfer the minimumof 57 non-nursing credits (see required courses below), with a minimum cumulative GPA of2.5. Grades below C will not be transferred.

Many of these courses are available on the SUNY Learning Network at http://sln.suny.eduFor distance education students, please refer to page 20 for Technical Specifications.

* Lab required

** Three courses out of the following six must be completed (9 credits): second semester ofintroductory foreign language (3 credits), American History (3 credits), Other World Civilizations(3 credits), Humanities (3 credits), The Arts (3 credits), Western Civilization (3 credits)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATIONThis documentation must be received by the stated application deadline for the applicationto be considered.• Three letters of recommendation• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)• Personal statement • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities• All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service such as

World Education Services (WES)• Paid application fee

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS UPON ADMISSION• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of student nurse malpractice insurance • RN license required within six months of admission (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED

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Registered Nurse Bachelor’s to Master’sDegree ProgramOffered On-Site or Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The registered nurse BS/MS program curriculum is concentrated in the upper division andleads to the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Nursing. Upon meeting progressioncriteria, students will continue to the Master of Science program in their designated specialty.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSAll courses required for admission must be completed prior to enrolling in the School ofNursing. Official transcripts from each school attended must be submitted in order totransfer the minimum of 57 credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Grades below aC will not be transferred.Additional transfer requirements:• Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• One to two year’s relevant clinical experience depending on designated specialty

ACADEMIC PROGRESSION CRITERIA• All admission requirements are complete• Approved Clinical Practice Portfolio• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0• Successful completion of all undergraduate coursework• Current registered professional nurse licensure

Many of these courses are available on the SUNY Learning Network at http://sln.suny.eduFor distance education students, please refer to page 20 for Technical Specifications.

* Lab required

** Three courses out of the following six must be completed (9 credits): second semester ofintroductory foreign language (3 credits), American History (3 credits), Other World Civilizations(3 credits), Humanities (3 credits), The Arts (3 credits), Western Civilization (3 credits)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATIONThis documentation must be received by the stated application deadline.• Three letters of recommendation• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)• Personal statement • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities• All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service such as


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS UPON ADMISSION• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of student nurse malpractice insurance • Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED

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Dr. Philip Tarantino Program Director

Apply at www.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu ~ click on “Apply Online.” For information, call (631) 444-3200.

Dr. Brenda Janotha Chair, Department of

Undergraduate Studies

Kathleen Miller Undergraduate Program [email protected]

Anita DeFranco Secretary

CLINICAL PRACTICE PORTFOLIORN baccalaureate students arerequired to submit a Clinical PracticePortfolio to be evaluated for 28advanced placement credits. The Clinical Practice Portfolio fee is$300. If the portfolio does not meetacademic standards, the studentcannot matriculate.

GENERAL ADVISEMENTPlease call (631) 444-3200 for infor-mation about advisement sessions.

Dr. Philip Tarantino Program Director

Kathleen Miller Undergraduate Program [email protected]

CLINICAL PRACTICE PORTFOLIO RN baccalaureate students arerequired to submit a Clinical PracticePortfolio to be evaluated for 28advanced placement credits. The Clinical Practice Portfolio fee is$300. If the portfolio does not meetacademic standards, the studentcannot matriculate.

GENERAL ADVISEMENTPlease call (631) 444-3200 for infor-mation about advisement sessions.

REQUIRED COURSES CREDITS

English Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Developmental Psychology. . . . . . . . . . 3Microbiology* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Anatomy* (A & P I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Physiology* (A & P II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Chemistry I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Another science

(e.g., biology, physics, orother chemistry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4


Group Theory/Group Process/Social Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Arts/Humanities/History** . . . . . . . . . 9

Electives (must be non-nursing courses) . . . . . . . 16

Total 57 non-nursing credits minimum


English Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Developmental Psychology. . . . . . . . . . 3Microbiology* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Anatomy* (A & P I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Physiology* (A & P II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Chemistry I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Another science

(e.g., biology, physics, or other chemistry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4


Group Theory/Group Process/Social Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Arts/Humanities/History** . . . . . . . . . 9

Electives (must be non-nursing courses) . . . . . . . 16


Basic Baccalaureate Program On-site, Two Years, Upper DivisionThe nursing curriculum, concentrated in the upper-division years, leads to the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing. Students enter the program having completedtwo years of general education, either at Stony Brook University or another accreditedinstitution.

Two-Year Basic Baccalaureate ProgramApplicants to the two-year baccalaureate program are required to meet the followingadmission criteria: 57 college credits (see the required courses listed below), with a grade of C or better. A minimum GPA of 2.8 is required.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

This documentation must be received by the stated application deadline for the applicationto be considered.• Three letters of recommendation• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)• Personal statement • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities• All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service such as


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS UPON ADMISSION• Meet University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of student nurse malpractice insurance• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED

* Many of these courses are available on the SUNY Learning Network at http://sln.suny.eduThree of the five required sciences must be completed by the application deadline.All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the start of the program.

** Lab required

*** Three courses out of the following six must be completed (9 credits):• Second semester of introductory foreign language: 3 credits• American History: 3 credits• Other World Civilizations: 3 credits• Humanities: 3 credits• The Arts: 3 credits• Western Civilization: 3 credits

REQUIRED COURSES* CREDITS

English Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Developmental Psychology. . . . . . . . . . 3Microbiology** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Anatomy** (A & P I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Physiology** (A & P II) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Chemistry I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Another science

(e.g., biology, physics, or other chemistry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4


Group Theory/Group Process/Social Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Arts/Humanities/History*** . . . . . . . . 9Electives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16


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TRANSFER CREDITS

The first two years maybe completed at StonyBrook University oranother accreditedcollege or university. All admissions require -ments must be completedprior to beginning thenursing major.

GENERAL ADVISEMENT

Advisement sessions areavailable. Please visit thewebsite for details.

Program begins in the fallsemester.

BASIC BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM–TWO YEARS

Accelerated Bachelor of Science ProgramOn-site, One Year(For College Graduates Only)The Accelerated Bachelor of Science (ABS) program is designed for students who havecompleted a bachelor’s degree, either at Stony Brook University or another accreditedinstitution. The concentrated nursing curriculum leads to a Bachelor of Science degree witha major in nursing.

REQUIRED COURSES*

BA or BS in any major with a minimum GPA of 2.8, grades of C or better in: • Chemistry I (3-4 credits) • Anatomy** (A & P I) (3-4 credits)• Physiology** (A & P II) (3-4 credits)• Microbiology** (3-4 credits)• Another science, e.g., biology, physics, or other chemistry (3-4 credits)• Child/Lifespan Development (3 credits)• Statistics (3 credits)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

This documentation must be received by the stated application deadline for the applicationto be considered.• Three letters of recommendation• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)• Personal statement • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities• All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service such as


ADDITIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS UPON ADMISSION• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of student nurse malpractice insurance • Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Personal interview may be required

* Three of the five required sciences must be completed by the application deadline.All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the start of the program.

** Lab required

Program begins on orabout July 1 each year.

All Basic Baccalaureateand ABS students will berequired to take nationallynormed tests throughoutthe curriculum and toattain a satisfactoryscore on such tests. Inthe last semester/quarterof the curriculum,students will be requiredto take a comprehensiveexamination and to attaina satisfactory score onsuch an examination priorto graduation and takingthe National CouncilLicensure Examination(NCLEX).

Admission to the Nursingprogram is highly competitive.Meeting minimum criteria foradmission does not guaranteeacceptance. The School ofNursing reserves the right tomake final decisions based uponthe applicant pool each year.

Admission to the Nursingprogram is highly competitive.Meeting minimum criteria foradmission does not guaranteeacceptance. The School ofNursing reserves the right tomake final decisions based uponthe applicant pool each year.

ACCELERATED BACHELOR OFSCIENCE PROGRAM

Professor Patricia Voelpel Program Director, Basic

Baccalaureate Program and AcceleratedBachelor of Science Program

Karen [email protected]


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Master of ScienceThe graduate program offers clinical specialization and prepares graduates for directhealthcare as a nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist or nurse midwife. Research is avital element of the program and includes work with faculty on research projects. Graduatesare ready to assume the management, education and consultation responsibilities related toadvanced clinical practice. Students may choose one of the following programs of study, whichinclude Master of Science, Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate and Master’s Completion.

Graduates of our programs will be eligible to apply for New York State Certification as wellas National Certification in their respective specialties.

NON-NURSING BACHELOR DEGREE APPLICANTSApplicants to a master’s program with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree are required to submit a Clinical Practice Portfolio upon admission to be evaluated for baccalaureate-level nursing competencies. The Clinical Practice Portfolio fee is $300. If the portfolio doesnot meet academic standards, the student cannot matriculate.

Adult Health Nurse Practitioner–Primary Care or Clinical Nurse SpecialistOffered On-Site or Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The adult health specialization prepares nurses for the multifaceted roles of nurse practitioneror clinical nurse specialist in primary care. The adult health nurse practitioner is prepared toprovide and/or collaborate in the provision of services designed to manage the primaryhealthcare needs of adults and their families in a variety of settings. The primary focus in allspecialties is the development of expert clinical competence. The ability to function in ateaching, consultation, liaison and managerial capacity is essential to the development ofclinical expertise.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Master of Science Degree—Minimum 45 Credits• Baccalaureate degree with an upper-division nursing major (Non-Nursing BS, see page 8)• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment (grade C or better) by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate—Minimum 19 Credits• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program • Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of choice • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement • Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume • Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

For Gainful Employment Disclosure Information, please visitwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu/adultadvanced

Nursing ResearchRESEARCH MISSION

The School of Nursing mission integrates the conduct and dissemination of nursingresearch as an essential component of faculty and student scholarship. The mission of theOffice of Nursing Research is to facilitate and promote the development of nursing researchand scholarly activities both within and outside of the School of Nursing to improvehealthcare quality in our community and beyond.

The mission and goals will be achieved through six primary functions: administration ofresearch and evaluation projects, leadership in the conduct and dissemination of nursingresearch, research consultation, faculty development, program evaluation and provision ofresearch support services. Research is a vital element of the program and includes workwith faculty on research projects.

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Dr. Patricia Bruckenthal Chair, Department of Graduate Studies

in Advanced Practice Nursing

Dr. Diane PastorDirector, Advanced Practice Nursing

Program in Adult Health


Dr. Marijean Buhse Chair, Department of Graduate Studies in Nursing Organization and Leadership

Dolores Bilges Graduate Program Assistant

[email protected]

Dr. Corrine JurgensAssociate Dean for Research

Keri HollanderDirector, Grant and Program Outcomes

and Clinical Infomatics

Linda SacinoStaff Assistant

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Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse PractitionerOffered Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The psychiatric/mental health specialization prepares nurses for the multifaceted role ofnurse practitioner. The psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner is prepared to provideand/or collaborate in the provision of services designed to deal with the mental healthcareneeds and problems of individuals and their families in a variety of settings. The focus in allspecialties is the development of expert clinical competence. The ability to function in ateaching, consulting, liaison and managerial capacity is essential to the development ofclinical expertise.


Master of Science Degree—Minimum 45 Credits• Baccalaureate degree with an upper-division nursing major

(Non-Nursing BS, see page 8)• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure • Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment (grade C or better) by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate—Minimum 20 Credits• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program • Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of

choice by advisement • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement • Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume • Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

For Gainful Employment Disclosure Information, please visitwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu/mentaladvanced

Neonatal Nurse PractitionerOffered Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The neonatal specialization prepares nurses for the multifaceted role of nurse practitioner.The neonatal nurse practitioner is prepared to provide and/or collaborate in the provision ofservices designed to deal with the healthcare needs and problems of neonates and theirfamilies in a variety of settings. The focus in all specialties is the development of expertclinical competence. The ability to function in a teaching, consultation, liaison andmanagerial capacity is essential to the development of clinical expertise.



(Non-Nursing BS, see page 8)• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment (grade C or better) by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume• One year of recent relevant experience in a Level III NICU• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate—Minimum 25 Credits• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of choice • Three letters of recommendation• Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume • Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19) • One year of recent relevant experience in Level III NICU

For Gainful Employment Disclosure Information, please visitwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu/neonataladvanced

Master’s Completion• By individual advisement for certificate-prepared nurse practitioners

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Michael ChiarelloDirector, Advanced Practice

Nursing Program in Psychiatry

Dolores BilgesGraduate Program Assistant

[email protected]

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Paula TimoneyDirector, Advanced Practice

Nursing Program in Neonatal

Linda SacinoGraduate Program Assistant

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Most students will beable to remain in or neartheir own communities fortheir clinical experience.Others may need to travelfor all or some of theirclinical experiencesbased on availability ofclinical sites. All studentscan complete mostcourses through distanceeducation, with clinicalexperience at locationsand times thataccommodate theirpersonal and familycommitments.

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Nurse MidwiferyOffered Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The nurse midwifery specialization prepares nurses for the care of women across the lifespan. The certified nurse midwife is prepared to provide and/or collaborate in the care ofwomen and the healthy newborn with a focus on normal birth in a variety of settings. Thefocus in all specialties is the development of expert clinical competence. The ability tofunction in a teaching, consulting, liaison and managerial capacity is essential todevelopment of clinical expertise.

The nurse midwifery education program is ranked number 29 of the top 50 professionalprograms by U.S.News & World Report, accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives,and registered with the New York State Department of Education. Stony Brook’s School ofNursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Upon completion ofthe 45-credit program, students will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination.Graduates wishing to practice in New York State will have met the educational requirementsfor licensure.


Master of Science Degree—Minimum 45 Credits• Baccalaureate degree with an upper-division nursing major (Non-Nursing BS, see page 8)• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.) • Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal statement• Personal interview as arranged• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate—Minimum 19 Credits• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program • Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of choice • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume • Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal interview as arranged• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

For Gainful Employment Disclosure Information, please visitwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu/midwiferyadvanced


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Dr. Nicole Rouhana Director, Advanced Practice Program in Midwifery and Perinatal/Women’s Health


[email protected]

Dr. Nicole Rouhana Director, Advanced Practice Program in Midwifery and Perinatal/Women’s Health


[email protected]


Perinatal/Women’s HealthThe perinatal/women’s health specialization prepares nurse practitioners or clinical nursespecialists for care of healthy women or high-risk childbearing women and theirneonates. The perinatal/women’s health nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist isprepared to provide and/or collaborate in the provision of services designed to deal withthe healthcare needs and problems of women and their families in a variety of settings.The focus in all specialties is the development of expert clinical competence. The abilityto function in a teaching, consulting, liaison and managerial capacity is essential to thedevelopment of clinical expertise.


Master of Science Degree—Minimum 45 Credits• Baccalaureate degree with an upper-division nursing major (Non-Nursing BS, see page 8)• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.) • Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal statement• Personal interview as arranged• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate—Minimum 19 Credits• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program • Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of choice • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume • Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal interview as arranged• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

For Gainful Employment Disclosure Information, please visitwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu/womensadvanced

The nurse midwifery program is accredited by the American Collegeof Nurse-Midwives,Accreditation Commissionfor Midwifery Education,8403 Colesville Road,Suite 1550, Silver Spring,MD 20910, (240) 485-1802.

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Doctor of Nursing PracticeThe Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) has been developed by members of the AmericanAssociation of Colleges of Nursing in collaboration with the leadership of specialtyorganizations and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties as nursing’sresponse to the growth of scientific knowledge in the discipline and the growing complexityof healthcare. The Doctor of Nursing Practice is the highest level of education for clinicalpractice in nursing and differs substantially from other models of doctoral education. Theprogram is 42 credits (minimum of 500 clinical hours), which includes four components ofclinical practice and study. It is offered as a distance education program with scheduled on-site sessions.


The following are required for admission unless otherwise noted:• Registered professional nurse licensure• National certification in an advanced practice nurse practitioner specialty (preferred)• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program

(foreign transcripts require World Education Services evaluation)• Graduate grade point average of at least 3.0• Relevant recent experience in advanced practice nursing: minimum of one year required,

two years preferred• Written statement (see the online application for essay requirements)• Three letters of recommendation• Curriculum vitae and supporting documents• Interview may be required• Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification, malpractice insurance

and current University and School of Nursing health requirements

Dr. Kathleen ShurpinDirector, Doctor of

Nursing Practice Program

Dolores BilgesGraduate Program Assistant

[email protected](631) 444-2644


Pediatric Health Nurse Practitioner–Primary Care or Clinical Nurse SpecialistOffered Through the Distance Education Program with On-Site Requirements

The pediatric health specialization prepares nurses for the multifaceted roles of pediatricnurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist in the prevention and management ofcommon pediatric acute and chronic conditions. The pediatric nurse practitioner isprepared to provide and/or collaborate in the provision of services designed to managethe primary healthcare needs and problems of children and their families in a variety ofsettings. The focus is the development of expert clinical competence in the provision ofprimary care. The ability to function in a teaching, consulting, liaison and managerialcapacity is essential to the development of clinical expertise.



(Non-Nursing BS, see page 8)• Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment (grade C or better) by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements• Evidence of health insurance • Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Personal statement• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)• Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of choice• Curriculum vitae/resume

Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate—Minimum 19 Credits• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program • Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 • Minimum of one year’s recent relevant experience in a nursing specialty of choice • Three letters of recommendation • Registered professional nurse licensure (required for clinical experience in the U.S.)• Three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment by advisement• Three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics (grade C or better) by advisement• Personal statement• Curriculum vitae/resume • Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers with AED• Evidence of meeting University health requirements • Evidence of health insurance• Evidence of malpractice insurance as applicable to program of study• Meet all Technical Standards for Admission and Retention (see page 19)

For Gainful Employment Disclosure Information, please visitwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu/childadvanced


Dr. Kammy MacloughlinDirector, Advanced Practice Program

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Pamela CriscuoloGraduate Program Assistant

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STUDENT CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

Students who are required to partici pate in a clinical experience areadvised that some of the facilitiesthey select for their clinical placementmay require them to submit to acriminal background check or drugscreening as a pre requisite toplacement at that facility. Suchbackground checks may include, butare not limited to, Social Securitytrace, criminal history, drug testing,fingerprinting and sex offenderregistries. Students placed in a facilityrequiring a background check and/ordrug screening are personallyresponsible for obtaining thebackground check or drug screen(including cost, unless the clinical siteis willing to assume the cost) andmay bear the responsibility ofdelivering the required documentationto the facility. It will be the decision ofthe clinical site to determineacceptance of students into itsclinical training program.

Students who choose not to besubjected to a background check mayselect, but will not be guaranteedacceptance to, an alternate clinicalsite, and may not be able to completeprogram requirements needed for graduation.

The School of Nursing will assume noresponsibility for obtaining studentbackground checks or drug tests,paying for the background checks ordrug tests, evaluating the results ofthe background checks or drug testsor for providing the information to theclinical placement sites.

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Clinical Placement/Clinical AffiliationsStudents and faculty work together to identify clinical sites and preceptors in thegeographic area where they plan to do clinical fieldwork. The Clinical Placement staff workclosely with students and faculty to facilitate this process so that students are able toachieve clinical competence and expected program outcomes.

All clinical sites and preceptors must be approved by the Stony Brook University School ofNursing faculty within each individual program to ensure that the planned clinical fieldworkwill enable the student to successfully fulfill the clinical course objectives. Program facultymaintain communication with preceptors throughout the semester. Faculty are responsiblefor the overall evaluation of students.

Clinical sites may include private practices, free-standing clinics, hospitals and hospital-affiliated facilities practices: All sites require a letter of placement from the ClinicalPlacement Office. In addition, many sites require a legal affiliation agreement/contractbetween the individual institution and the State University of New York, on behalf of theStony Brook University School of Nursing.

The Office of Clinical Placements works closely with the legal department to expeditefavorable contract negotiations. Successful or timely contract execution cannot beguaranteed because of the complex nature of the legal process. The School of Nursingmaintains approximately 500 clinical affiliation agreements/contracts throughout theUnited States, Canada and abroad.

The clinical experiences depend on the availability of clinical sites and preceptors in astudent’s region. The School of Nursing cannot guarantee the availability of clinical sites orthe results of clinical contract negotiations.

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Student AffairsThe Office of Student Affairs provides all students, faculty and alumni with valuable resources,information and services. We are committed to supporting students in their academicendeavors and enhancing their personal, social, cultural and cognitive development. This isachieved by providing a variety of services, being advocates for students, and supportingstudent learning and personal growth. We are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 amto 5 pm (summer hours may vary). We can be reached at (631) 444-3200 [email protected]

We welcome you to attend our monthly information sessions to learn more about our nursingprograms. For information session dates, please visit www.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu

ADMISSIONS AND ADVISEMENT

Karen Allard Coordinator(631) 444-3200

STUDENT RECORDS AND REGISTRATION

Irene Stern Coordinator(631) 444-3200

STUDENT DOCUMENTATION AND RECEPTION

Lisa LentStaff Assistant(631) 444-3200

INFORMATION SESSIONS

We welcome you to attend our monthly information sessions. For further details, please call(631) 444-3200.

FOR ASSISTANCE

(631) 444-3200 [email protected]

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Jennifer Coppola Director, Office of Student Affairs

(631) 444-3200

Karen Allard Coordinator, Admissions

Irene Stern Coordinator, Records and Registration

Lisa Lent Staff Assistant

Kenneth MacDowellDirector of Information Technology and Clinical Placements(631) 444-3200

Valerie DiGiovanniClinical Placements/Contracts Coordinator(631) 444-1059

Theresa WenzStaff Assistant(631) 444-3287

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Sensory/Motor

The applicant/nursing student must be ableto use the senses of seeing, hearing, touchand smell to make correct judgmentsregarding patient conditions for the purposeof demonstrating competence to engagesafely in the practice of nursing.

The applicant/nursing student must havesufficient motor function to elicitinformation from patients and be able toexecute motor movements reasonablyrequired to provide general care andemergency treatment to patients.

Intellectual-Conceptual, Integrative andQuantitative Abilities

The applicant/nursing student must be ableto measure, calculate, analyze, synthesizeand evaluate to engage completely in thesafe practice of nursing.

Behavioral and Social Attributes

The applicant/nursing student must havethe emotional health to use fully her or hisintellectual ability, exercise good judgmentand complete all responsibilities attendantto the diagnosis and care of patients. Thepractice of nursing requires applicants/nursingstudents to be able to develop mature,sensitive and effective relationships withpatients and colleagues. To provide safepatient care, applicants/nursing studentsmust possess characteristics of adaptability,flexibility and be able to function in the faceof uncertainty. The healthcare environmentrequires applicants/nursing students to beable to tolerate physical and emotionalstress and continue to function effectivelyand efficiently. She/he must have a highlevel of compassion for others, motivation toserve, integrity and an awareness of socialvalues. Candidates and students mustpossess sufficient interpersonal skills tointeract positively with people from all levelsof society, all ethnic backgrounds and allbelief systems.

Non-Matriculated Students

A non-matriculated student admitted to theSchool of Nursing may take selectedcourses up to six credits by permission.Permission must be granted through theOffice of Student Affairs.

Please Note

Completion of all programs is requiredwithin a five-year period from admission.

The Stony Brook University School ofNursing faculty has specified technicalstandards critical to the success of studentsin any Stony Brook University nursingprogram. Qualified applicants are expectedto meet all academic admission criteria, aswell as these technical standards,appropriate to their program of study.

Observation

The applicant/nursing student must beable to participate actively in allclassroom, clinical and laboratoryexercises. The applicant/nursing studentmust be able to assess and comprehendthe condition of all patients assigned toher or him. Such observation andinformation acquisition usually requiresthe functional use of visual, auditory,olfactory and somatic senses.

Communication

The applicant/nursing student must beable to communicate effectively andsensitively with patients to elicitinformation; describe changes in mood,activity and posture; assess non-verbalcommunications; and be able to transmitinformation effectively and efficiently topatients, fellow students, faculty, staff andall members of the healthcare team. Skillsinclude verbal, written and nonverbalabilities consistent with effectivecommunication.

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professionaleducation andactivitiesContinuing Professional EducationThe School of Nursing’s Continuing Professional Education Program has been established tomeet the educational demands of a diverse local, national and international adult studentpopulation. Many programs are offered to help students meet their educational and careeradvancement goals. We are committed to delivering high-quality continuing education inways that allow our students to access their course work both on site and online.

ACCREDITATION

The Stony Brook School of Nursing has been approved as a provider of continuing education bythe New York State Nurses Association’s Council on Continuing Education, which is accreditedby the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Alumni and AdvancementThe Nursing Alumni Association keeps our graduates in touch with the School and theUniversity. Continuing education programs, communications and social functions offeralumni the opportunity for personal and professional enrichment. Membership benefitsinclude borrowing privileges in the HSC Library; discounts for CE programs, Staller Centeractivities and Seawolves Athletics tickets; continued access to the Teachers Federal CreditUnion and many more. The Advancement Office organizes programs to raise funds to enablethe School to advance the quality of the educational experience, provide scholarshipsupport and assist the faculty to conduct research.

Nursing Honor SocietyKappa Gamma is the chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing at Stony Brook University. Its mission is to support the learning, knowledge and professional development of nurses committed to making a difference in healthworldwide. Undergraduate students, graduate students and nursing leaders are invited to membership based on determined eligibility. More information about Sigma Theta Taucan be found at www.nursingsociety.org and about the Kappa Gamma Chapter atwww.nursing.stonybrookmedicine.edu

Gene Mundie President, Kappa Gamma

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Computer and Data CommunicationRequirements

All nursing students, both on-site anddistance, will have selected courses, manyof which are available primarily bycomputer. Each student entering theSchool, both on-site and distance, musthave access to a Windows-basedcomputer, which they are responsible tomaintain. The following is a detaileddescription of the computer hardware,software and data communicationrequirements. Please take the time tofamiliarize yourself with these requirementsto ensure that your computer system fullymeets them.

Hardware

Most current Microsoft Windows-basedcomputers, including those purchasedwithin the past three to five years, willwell exceed the minimum computerrequirements listed below. A DVD drive isnecessary to install some of therequired software described below.Should you be considering the purchase ofa new computer, it is stronglyrecommended that you consider thepurchase of a Windows-based notebookcomputer with wireless connectivity, whichwill enable you to take advantage of thewireless connectivity provided in theSchool. Macintosh computers with BootCamp or Parallel with Windows version XPor higher installed are acceptable.

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Software

• Windows 7 is recommended for newpurchases. Other versions of Windows,including XP and Vista, are supported.

• MS Word and PowerPoint are required;current version MS Office 2007 or 2010 is recommended; MS Office XP is acceptable; MS Office 2000 and 97are not supported.

• Internet browser software requiredversions are: Microsoft Internet Explorer 9, 8 and 7; not supported are InternetExplorer 6, Mozilla Firefox, Netscape and AOL browsers.

• Adobe Acrobat Reader software version 7.0 or higher is required.

• Virus scanning software is highlyrecommended such as Norton or McAfee.

• Current versions of MS Office andSymantec may be available free fromcampus. Since the School of Nursing doesnot administer these offerings, they aresubject to change. Registered students canobtain more information about these offersas follows: Symantec anti-virus—see theStony Brook University Softweb Web site;MS Office—online download through DoIT.

Please Note

It is strongly recommended that studentsuse a computer dedicated for their own userather than sharing a computer with otherswhen completing the Distance EducationProgram. Students are required to maintaintheir computer hardware and operatingsystems in proper functioning order. Pleasecall Tech Support at (631) 444-7505 if youneed additional information.

Matthew Silverstone Programmer Analyst

Saskya Barresi Senior Programmer Analyst

Maryann Russo Instructional Support Technician


For more information, please see the sites below:How to Apply for Admission

http://www.stonybrook.edu/hscstudents/apply_now.shtml

Tuition and Fees

http://www.stonybrook.edu/bursar/tuition/professional/

How to Apply for Financial Aid

http://www.stonybrook.edu/hscstudents/fin_how_to_apply.shtml

Financial Aid Programs

http://www.stonybrook.edu/hscstudents/fin_programs.shtml

Receiving Aid – Your Award Guide

http://www.stonybrook.edu/hscstudents/award_guide.shtml

Bursar/Student Accounts

http://www.stonybrook.edu/bursar/

University Billing and Payment Policy

http://www.stonybrook.edu/bursar/policy.shtml

International Applicant Information

http://www.stonybrook.edu/hscstudents/international.shtml

International Services Office

http://www.stonybrook.edu/iaps/international/

Quick Links, including Campus Housing, Parking, and Health and Safety

http://www.stonybrook.edu/hscstudents/resources.shtml

helpful web sites

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