Associate of Science in Nursing
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Nursing (AS)
Associate of Science
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The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Degree Program is a 66 credit hour, selective
admission program that consists of two academic years. Students who successfully complete
the program may apply to the Missouri State Board of Nursing to determine eligibility
to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Qualified Applicants to the ASN program may begin classes after program acceptance
notification and if ENG 110 Writing I, BMS 110 Introduction to the Biomedical Sciences, MTH 130 (or higher) placement, and PSY 121 Introductory Psychology have been completed. Applicants may begin the nursing program
without PSY121 if permission is obtained from the Nursing Department prior to the
start of nursing courses. The Nursing Department strongly urges students to complete
any or all of the general education requirements (as indicated with an *) of the ASN
degree prior to the start of nursing courses.
Associate of Science in Nursing Curriculum - Regular Track
| Year 1 - Semester 1 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 100 Fundamentals of Nursing |
7 |
| BMS 267 Human Anatomy |
4* |
| BMS 268 Human Physiology |
4* |
| PSY 121 Introductory Psychology (if needed) |
3* |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 101 Adult Medical - Surgical Nursing I |
8 |
| NUR 201 Mental Health Nursing |
3 |
| BIO 210 Elements of Microbiology |
3* |
| Year 2 - Semester 3 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 204 Adult Medical - Surgical Nursing II |
9 |
| NUR 202 Pharmacology |
3 |
| Year 2 - Semester 4 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 212 Nursing Care Across the Lifespan |
9 |
| NUR 220 Current trends and Issues in Nursing (capstone course) |
3 |
| Civics: Select three (3) credit hours |
- HST 121 Survey of US History to 1877 OR
- HST 122 US History Since 1877 OR
- PLS 101 American Democracy and Citizenship
|
3* |
| Credit Breakdown (66 hours for the ASN) |
Credit Hours |
| Prerequisite Courses |
10 |
| General Education Courses |
14 |
| Nursing Courses |
42 |
| Nursing (AS) Degree |
Credit Hours |
| Total Hours Required |
66 |
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-to-Registered Nurse (RN) Track
The LPN to RN Track of the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Degree Program is
a 65 credit hour, selective admission program that consists of one summer and one
academic year. Students who successfully complete the program may apply to the Missouri
State Board of Nursing to determine eligibility to take the National Council Licensure
Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
The qualified LPN may begin classes in January if BMS 267 Human Anatomy, BMS 268 Human Physiology, MTH 130 (or higher) placement, PSY 121 Introductory Psychology and ENG 110 Writing I have been completed. LPNs may begin the nursing program without PSY 121 if permission is obtained from
the Nursing Department prior to the start of nursing courses. Qualified LPNs may receive
15 hours of Advanced Placement Credit for NUR 100 Fundamentals of Nursing and NUR 101 Adult Medical - Surgical Nursing I. Transfer credit for other coursework will be
evaluated by the admissions office. The Nursing Department strongly urges students
to complete any or all of the general education requirements of the ASN degree prior
to the start of nursing courses. Curriculum pathways for both options are below:
The LPN-RN Track program curriculum is as follows (with general education requirements
needed):
Associate of Science in Nursing Curriculum - LPN-to-RN Track
| Semester 1 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 190 Transitions for the LPN-to-RN |
3 |
| NUR 201 Mental Health Nursing |
3 |
| NUR 212 Nursing Care Across the Life Span |
9 |
| PSY 121 Introductory Psychology (if needed) |
3 |
| Semester 2 |
Credit Hours |
| BIO 210 Elements of Microbiology |
3 |
| Civics: Select three (3) credit hours |
- HST 121 Survey of US History to 1877 OR
- HST 122 US History Since 1877 OR
- PLS 101 American Democracy and Citizenship
|
3* |
| Semester 3 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 202 Pharmacology |
3 |
| NUR 204 Adult Medical - Surgical Nursing II |
9 |
| NUR 220 Current Trends and Issues in Nursing (capstone course) |
3 |
Or the LPN-RN Track program curriculum is as follows (with general education requirements
already completed):
Associate of Science in Nursing Curriculum - LPN-to-RN Track
| Semester 1 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 190 Transitions for the LPN-to-RN |
3 |
| NUR 201 Mental Health Nursing |
3 |
| NUR 212 Nursing Care Across the Life Span |
9 |
| Semester 2 |
Credit Hours |
| NUR 202 Pharmacology |
3 |
| NUR 204 Adult Medical - Surgical Nursing II |
9 |
| NUR 220 Current Trends and Issues in Nursing (capstone course) |
3 |
| Credit Breakdown (65 hours for the ASN): |
Credit Hours |
| Prerequisite Courses |
11 |
| General Education Courses |
9 |
| Advanced Placement Nursing Credit |
15 |
| Nursing Courses |
30 |
| Degree Total: |
65 |
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Transfer Students
Students desiring to transfer into the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree
program at Missouri State University-West Plains may be accepted into the program
after successful application to the University and a decision by the Missouri State
University-West Plains ASN Admissions Committee.
- Students may enroll in required nursing courses only after admission to the ASN program.
- Enrollment is based on space available in class.
- Transfer students will be responsible for meeting objectives of prerequisites to the
nursing courses in which they desire to enroll.
- Transfer students must complete at least 15 hours of the requirements for the Associate
of Science in Nursing degree in residence on the West Plains campus or its extended
campuses.
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Accreditation
The Associate of Science in Nursing Program is fully approved by the Missouri State
Board of Nursing, PO Box 656, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0656, Phone (573) 751-0681, http://pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343
Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, Phone: (404) 975-5000, http://www.acenursing.org/.
State Board Examination for R.N. Licensure
Students who meet educational and other standards for application for a license to
practice as a registered nurse (Sect.335.046.1 RSMo) may apply to take the NCLEX-RN
examination for RN licensure (4CSR 20004.020 Missouri Code of State Regulations).
There is a fee for the examination and license. Successful completion of the nursing
program does not guarantee licensure. Applicants may be denied licensure in Missouri
for one or any combination of causes stated in the Missouri Nursing Practice Act Sect.
335.066, 2 (1015) RSMo. A copy of the Missouri Nursing Practice Act Sect. 335.066,
2 (1015) RSMo is available upon request or may be found at the Missouri State Board
of Nursing website: http://pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp.
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Application Requirements for the Nursing Program
All applicants will be considered competitively on an annual basis. To be considered
for acceptance into the nursing program, your applicant file must contain all required
documentation by application deadline. Follow the three steps below to make sure your
applicant file is complete.
- Office of Admissions
- Apply to Missouri State University-West Plains
- Provide high school transcripts or HiSET/GED certificate if required for the admission
to the University.
- Provide official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or Universities.
- Receive letter of admission to the University and BearPass number.
- Missouri State-West Plains Testing Center - Kaplan Entrance Exam
- Have on file the Kaplan Entrance Exam with a minimum overall score of 55%.
- A minimum reading subtopic score on the Kaplan Entrance Exam of 64%.
- Nursing Department
- Apply online through My Grizzly Den, Nursing Application on the Student Resources card. (Login required - Contact the Help Desk if you need a BearPass password.)
- If applicable, have transcripts from other nursing programs sent directly to the nursing
department.
- LPN students: Proof of active, non-disciplined LPN licensure.
- You will receive written notification of admission status - accepted, alternate or
not accepted.
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Entrance Requirements
- A minimum overall GPA of 2.5
- A minimum GPA of 2.51 in all science courses
- MTH 130 - Contemporary Mathematics eligibility as determined by:
- Placement exam score or
- Completed college coursework such as MTH 103.
- ENG 110 - Writing I :
- Eligibility established by application deadline.
- Completed by start of program.
Applicants who have met the minimum admission requirements and who have successfully
completed support courses within the nursing curriculum will acquire points for ranking.
| Cumulative GPA Scoring |
Points awarded toward Ranking score |
| 2.51-2.99 |
10 |
| 3.0-3.49 |
15 |
| 3.5+ |
20 |
| Science GPA Scoring |
Points awarded toward Ranking score |
| 2.76-2.99 |
10 |
| 3.0-3.24 |
15 |
| 3.25-3.49 |
20 |
| 3.5+ |
25 |
| Kaplan Entrance Exam Scoring |
Points awarded toward Ranking score |
| 60.0-63.4 |
10 |
| 63.5-71.8 |
15 |
| 71.9-80.2 |
20 |
| 80.3+ |
25 |
| Kaplan Subtopic Scoring |
Points awarded toward Ranking score |
| Science 55+ |
2 |
| Critical Thinking 66+ |
2 |
| Support Courses |
Points awarded toward Ranking score |
| BIO 210 (Regular-track students) |
A-5, B-4, C-3 |
| PLS 101 |
A-3, B-2, C-1 |
| PSY 121 |
A-3, B-2, C-1 |
Offers of acceptance to the Associate of Science in Nursing program are conditional.
Conditions include satisfactory completion of nursing support courses, a satisfactory
background check and a negative drug and/or controlled substance test.
- An applicant or current nursing student who refuses to authorize and pay testing or
who tests positive for drugs, alcohol or controlled substances will not receive a
final offer of admission or will not be allowed to continue in the nursing program.
- Past academic history and known academic integrity may be used by the committee to
determine if an applicant will be admitted into the nursing program.
- Admission is contingent upon meeting the grade criteria of 'C' or better for past
and current enrollment in nursing curriculum support classes.
As a requirement of the nursing program application process, in response to RSMo 660.315
and 660.317b, applicants to the program will be required to consent to release of
their criminal history record (RSMo 43.450) solely for the purpose of determining
the applicant's ability to enter patient care areas in order to fulfill the requirements
of the ASN program. For more information see
Nursing Eligibility.
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Notes:
Students are strongly encouraged to confirm transferability of individual courses
to other institutions prior to enrollment. Not all courses will transfer or satisfy
specific degree requirements for bachelor's degrees.
