College of Nursing and Health Innovation

Department of Kinesiology

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Pre-Medical/ Pre-Dental)

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1st year

Fall Semester

UNIV-NU 1131

ENGL 1301

MATH 1302

BIOL 1441

SOCI, ANTH OR KINE 2350

Spring Semester

ENGL 1302

MATH 1308*

BIOL 1442

PSYC 1315*

CORE

Summer

CHEM 1441

HOURS 34

2nd year

Fall Semester

BIOL 2457*

CHEM 1442*

NURS 2200

ENGL 2338

CORE

Spring Semester

BIOL 2458*

BIOL 3315

CORE

CORE

Summer

CHEM 2321/2181

HOURS 33

3rd year

Fall Semester

NURS 3366*

BIOL 3444

PSYC 3310

CORE

Spring Semester

NURS 3365*

CHEM 2322/2182

PHYS 1441

CORE

Summer

CHEM 4311

HOURS 30

4th year

Fall Semester

NURS 3320

NURS 3333

NURS 3632

Spring Semester

NURS 3381

NURS 3661

NURS 3321

NURS 3261

Summer

PHYS 1442

HOURS 30

4th year

Fall Semester

NURS 4331

NURS 4341

NURS 4581

NURS 4199

Spring Semester

NURS 4350

NURS 4462

NURS 4351

NURS 4323

HOURS 25

TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 152

* Must be completed with a C or better within first two attempts, and completed before starting Upper-Division Nursing courses.

College of Nursing & Health Innovation

Familiarize yourself with your degree plan.

Focus on your core science courses such as BIOL 2457, BIOL 2458, BIOL 2460, and CHEM 1441.

Focus on your pre-nursing courses such as NURS 2200, NURS 3365, and NURS 3366.

Ensure all courses marked with an* are completed with a "C" or better.

Meet with your advisor to ensure you are on track to apply to the Upper-Division Program.

Review the BSN Upper-Division Program Application process, paying close attention to requirements and deadline, such as immunizations.

Transition from BSN intended to BSN major.

Learn about research opportunities, professional growth, and study abroad opportunities for students at UTA.

Apply for scholarships: Please consult Mav ScholarShop for relevant NURS scholarships.

Familiarize yourself with the Nursing Student Success Center and the resources available.

Maintain clinical compliance as required.

Focus on your upper-division courses and ensure completion with a "C" or better to progress.

Attend group advising presentation every semester.

Familiarize yourself with the Health Professions application process. Visit with the Health Professions advisor to learn more about o ŁŁ ortunities.

Enhance your UTA experience as a member of the Arlington Nursing Students Association and/or other nursing student organizations.

Visit the International Student Center to learn about study abroad opportunities, clubs, on-campus events, and spring break community impact.

Visit Student Activities to learn about student organizations, volunteer, and leadership opportunities.

Learn more about student success resources available.

Begin to review the PreMedical and PreDental information available on the College of Science Health Professions website

Join the Health Innovation Council.

Discover how Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society can connect you with others to promote nursing education goals and ideas.

Consider a summer cooperative education opportunity.

Speak with a professor about research opportunities in your department.

Contact the Center for Service Learning for volunteer opportunities.

Attend speaker and special events.

Join health professions related organizations.

Attend a JAMP Information Session before the end of your second year.

Attend the College-to-Career orientation session with Career Services and fill out the career fields of interest form.

Speak with Career Services about on-campus and summer job opportunities.

Find out about volunteer opportunities in health care settings to gain experience.

Meet with Director of Student Support about cooperative education opportunities.

Take on a leadership role in a student club or association .

Attend the Career Fair to explore post-graduation career opportunities.

Seek shadow experiences in healthcare related fields.

* Must complete Upper-Division Program Application and be accepted in order to transition to BSN major. Please consult with your advisor.

Finish strong in your final clinical assignments and complete your capstone course.

Prepare for the NCLEX and other licensing requirements.

Volunteer to tutor other students in the Nursing Student Success Center.

Continue to apply for relevant scholarships in the ScholarShop.

If considering graduate school, research graduate program options.

Spread the word about what UTA Nursing organizations are available and their support services.

Gain leadership skills by becoming an officer in one of the nursing student organizations.

Consider mentoring opportunities for incoming students by becoming a Peer Advisor.

Begin the PreMedical or PreDental application process if planning to attend after graduation.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

All Majors Job Fair

Federal Work Study

Internships

Interviews

MavMentors

GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

Global Grounds

Global Mavericks Program

International Week

Language Exchange Program

Study Abroad

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Fraternity & Sorority Life

Leadership Institute

Leadership Minor

Student Governance

Student Organizations

Attend an alumni networking event.

If considering graduate school, take a scholarship proposal-writing workshop and discuss options with your advisor.

Research graduate school options and opportunities.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Alternative Break Trips

Service Learning Courses

Service Learning Showcase

UTA Volunteers

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Apply Classroom Knowledge Outside the Classroom

Challenge Yourself

Prepare for Graduate School

Set Yourself Apart From Your Peers

What career options do I have with this major?

Clinical Practice

Clinical Support Roles

Education

Health Care Policy Leader

Leadership in Administration

Leadership Roles

Registered Nurse

Research

Workforce Skills

Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision, or opinion.

Leadership: Take initiative, demonstrate effective decision-making and informed risk-taking, and motivate and encourage participation from others to work toward a shared vision.

Professionalism: Display effective work habits, high integrity, and ethical behavior. Possess the ability to demonstrate skills confidently and apply talents to achieve professional success.;

Career Readiness

Ability to Assume Increasing Responsibility and Leadership in the Delivery of Evidence-Based Nursing Care

Ability to Follow Orders and Direct Others

Ability to Handle Stress and Emergency Situations

Clinical Proficiency and Socialization Into Nursing Profession

Creativity

Demonstrate Mutual Respect, Honesty, Intellectual Inquiry, Sympathy, and Concern

Effective Communication

Orientation To Detail

Physical Stamina and Emotional Stability

Responsibility

Take Action

Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activities

Engage with the UTA Lockheed Martin Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers

Meet with a career consultant

Network with employers

Discover internships and co-ops

Apply for on-campus employment

Join Handshake, our career services platform

Participate in career development programs

In addition, all students must complete four semesters of clinical rotations

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