Pre-Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (BC3)
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Clinical Proficiency - Provide safe, high-quality, culturally appropriate and equitable care to individuals, families, and communities in a variety of settings, reflecting the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. (UO 2, 6, 9)
- Professionalism - Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in the delivery of nursing care. (UO 5, 8)
- Leadership - Demonstrate effective leadership capabilities that facilitate achievement of improved patient outcomes and shared system-based goals. (UO 7, 10)
- Data and Technology - Utilizes data and advanced technology to optimize nursing outcomes and improve the quality and safety of healthcare systems. (UO 10)
- Communication and Collaboration - Exhibit strong communication skills, effectively collaborating with individuals, families, communities, and the interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote optimal patient outcomes. (UO 1)
- Clinical Judgment - Apply critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. (UO 3, 4)
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CURRICULUM GUIDE
GPA REQUIREMENT
Major GPA: 2.0 or higher
Overall GPA: 2.0 or higher
SUMMARY*
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Studies 2 Requirements | 45 | |
| Major Requirements at BC3 | 41 | |
| Major Requirements at SRU | 33 | |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits. Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate.
ROCK STUDIES 2 REQUIREMENTS
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| The Rock | ||
| SUBJ 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| COMM 200 | Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | 3 |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Integrated Inquiry | ||
| Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Humanities Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Social Science Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Natural Sciences Inquiry | ||
| BIOL 209 | Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Laboratory | 4 |
| or BIOL 223 | Foundations of Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Laboratory | |
| Physical Sciences Inquiry | ||
| CHEM 104 & CHEM 113 | Introduction Chemistry I and Clinical Chemistry Laboratory 1 | 4 |
| Subtotal | 17 | |
| Additional Rock Studies Requirements | ||
| Required Thematic Thread Coursework: | ||
| BIOL 309 | Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Laboratory | 4 |
| or BIOL 224 | Foundations of Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Laboratory | |
| PHIL 325 | Medical/Health Care Ethics | 3 |
| or HCAM 375 | Ethics & Legal Fundamentals for the Health Professions | |
| PHED 335 | Science of the Mind-Body Connection | 3 |
| or PHED 342 | Wellness through Movement | |
| PSYC 244 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Subtotal | 13 | |
| Total Hours | 45 | |
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Must earn a “C” or better
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION REQUIREMENT
Students must take and pass a course with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) designation prior to graduation. Students can meet this requirement by taking any DEI - designated course in any program at any time during their undergraduate career.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Coursework Completed at BC3: | ||
| NURS 101 | Introduction to Nursing Care | 8 |
| NURS 141 | Pharmacology for Nurses I | 1 |
| NURS 102 | Nursing II: Nursing Care of Patients Throughout the Lifespan | 9 |
| NURS 142 | Pharmacology for Nurses II | 1 |
| NURS 103 | Nursing III: Nursing Care of Patients with Acute Health Problems | 9 |
| NURS 104 | Nursing IV: Nursing Care of Patients with Complex Health Problems | 8 |
| NURS 143 | Pharmacology for Nurses III | 1 |
| NURS 144 | Pharmacology for Nurses IV | 1 |
| NURS 105 | Nursing V: Transition to Practice | 3 |
| Subtotal | 41 | |
| Required SRU Coursework 1 | ||
| BIOL 210 | Medical Microbiology with Lab | 3 |
| PSYC 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| NURS 101 | Introduction to Nursing | 3 |
| Required Nursing Courses * | ||
| NURS 311 | Introduction to Health Care Informatics | 3 |
| NURS 312 | Nursing in Transition | 3 |
| NURS 327 | Group Process for Nursing | 3 |
| NURS 331 | Evidence-Based Health Assessment & Promotion | 3 |
| NURS 422 | Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| NURS 426 | Community and Public Health Nursing | 3 |
| NURS 434 | Leadership and Management in Nursing with Practice Experience | 3 |
| Nursing Electives 1 | ||
| Select 3 credits from the following: | 3 | |
| The Teaching-Learning Process in Nursing | ||
| Workshop | ||
| Politics and Policy Nursing | ||
| Delivery of Nursing Care in a Managed Care Environment/Clinical | ||
| Financial Management for Nursing Case Managers | ||
| Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare Systems | ||
| Innovative Technology for Healthy Communities | ||
| Nursing Case Management in Today's Healthcare Environment | ||
| Selected Topics | ||
| Developing Transcultural Awareness Among Health Professionals | ||
| Cardiovascular Function: Nursing Assessment & Treatment | ||
| Advanced Healthcare Informatics | ||
| Bioterrorism and Disaster Management: The Nurse's Role | ||
| Nursing for Palliative and End-of-Life Issues | ||
| Social Media and Healthcare | ||
| Workshop | ||
| Subtotal | 33 | |
| Total Hours | 74 | |
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Must earn a “C” or better
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Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
CO-CURRICULAR AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Students are encouraged to explore additional curricular and co-curricular opportunities. There is a strong correlation between long-term student success and participation in the following types of programs and activities:
- International study programs (short-term, semester, and year-long)
- High-Impact Practice (HIP) designated classes
- Student-faculty research
- Job shadowing
- Career education services
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
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PRE-NURSING PROGRAM - N121/BCCC
This program is effective as of Summer 2026
Revised: 04.30.2026
UCC 02.24.2026
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| NURS 101 | Introduction to Nursing | 3 |
| ESAP 101 | FYRST Seminar | 1 |
| BIOL 223 or BIOL 209 |
Foundations of Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Laboratory or Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Laboratory |
4 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| CHEM 104 | Introduction Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 113 | Clinical Chemistry Laboratory | 1 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| SUBJ 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery | 3 |
| BIOL 224 or BIOL 309 |
Foundations of Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Laboratory or Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Laboratory |
4 |
| PSYC 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| COMM 200 | Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NURS 101 | Introduction to Nursing Care | 8 |
| nurs 141 | Pharmacology for Nurses I | 1 |
| BIOL 210 | Medical Microbiology with Lab | 3 |
| PSYC 244 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| NURS 102 | Nursing II: Nursing Care of Patients throughout the Lifespan | 9 |
| NURS 142 | Pharmacology for Nurses II | 1 |
| Creative & Aesthetic Inquiry | 3 | |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NURS 103 | Nursing III: Nursing Care of Patients with Acute Health Problems | 9 |
| NURS 143 | Pharmacology for Nurses III | 1 |
| Humanities Inquiry | 3 | |
| Social Science Inquiry | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| NURS 104 | Nursing IV: Nursing Care of Patients with Complex Health Problems | 8 |
| NURS 144 | Pharmacology for Nurses IV | 1 |
| NURS 105 | Nursing V: Transition to Practice | 3 |
| PHED 335 or PHED 342 |
Science of the Mind-Body Connection or Wellness through Movement |
3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| NURS 311 | Introduction to Health Care Informatics | 3 |
| NURS 312 | Nursing in Transition | 3 |
| NURS 327 | Group Process for Nursing | 3 |
| NURS 331 | Evidence-Based Health Assessment & Promotion | 3 |
| NURS 422 | Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| NURS 426 | Community and Public Health Nursing | 3 |
| NURS 434 | Leadership and Management in Nursing with Practice Experience | 3 |
| NURS XXX | Nursing Eletive | 3 |
| PHIL 325 | Medical/Health Care Ethics | 3 |
| Hours | 27 | |
| Total Hours** | 120 | |
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Students progress at their own pace - all courses are online through SRU
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**This document serves as a guide. Earning a degree requires at least 120 credits, though some majors require more. Before registering for courses, consult your academic adviser and review your curriculum guide. Be sure to review and confirm your plan with your adviser at least once each academic year.
Revised: 05.01.2026