Pre-Nursing and Support Courses (40 Credits)
- English Composition [6 Credits]
- Algebra/Statistics [6 Credits]
- Biology and Laboratory [4 Credits]
- Microbiology [3 Credits]
- Physical Sciences [3 Credits]
- Sociology [3 Credits]
- Psychology [3 Credits]
- Fine Arts [3 Credits]
- Humanities [9 Credits]
Note: Beginning in Fall 2019, 43 hours of prerequisite coursework will be required, adding Developmental Psychology across the Life Span (3 credits). Please see Pre-Nursing and Support Courses for the CARE Concentration.
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Examples:
Physical Sciences- Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Astronomy, and Meteorology
Fine Arts- Music, Visual Arts, Applied Arts, Theatre, and Dance
Humanities -Literature, Foreign Language, History, Communications, Philosophy, Classical Studies, and Religious Studies
Courses must conform to LA Board of Regents requirements for graduation from a Louisiana College or University and provide the foundation that supports the Nursing Curriculum.
Transfer to Traditional Program
Students, who are unsuccessful in the CARE program and desire to continue in nursing, may request a transfer to the transitional BSN program. They must meet with the program director of CARE, complete petition paperwork requesting the Admissions, Progressions and Graduation Committee (A, P, & G) approve a transfer from CARE to traditional BSN program.