Pre-Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (CCBC)
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 | 42 | |
| Major Requirements at CCBC | 47 | |
| Major Requirements at SRU | 30 | |
| Electives | 1 | |
* 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 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | ||
| Ethics and Civil Discourse | ||
| Civil Discourse and Democracy | ||
| 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 1 | 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 Cooursework: | ||
| BIOL 309 | Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Laboratory 1 | 4 |
| or BIOL 224 | Foundations of Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Laboratory | |
| PSYC 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 244 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Subtotal | 10 | |
| Total Hours | 42 | |
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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 CCBC: | ||
| BIOL 215 | Microbiology | 4 |
| HSCI 202 | Pharmacology (Online) | 3 |
| NURS 110 | Nursing Foundations | 9 |
| NURS 120 | Acute and Chronic Illness | 9 |
| NURS 220 | Acute & Complex Illness | 6 |
| NURS 230 | Family-Centered Care | 6 |
| NURS 240 | Professional Practice I | 3 |
| NURS 250 | Professional Pracitice II | 3 |
| NURS 270 | Community & Mental Health Nursing | 4 |
| Subtotal | 47 | |
| Required SRU Coursework | ||
| Required Supportive Coursework | 3 | |
| Medical/Health Care Ethics | ||
or HCAM 375 | Ethics & Legal Fundamentals for the Health Professions | |
| Required Nursing Courses 1* | ||
| NURS 101 | Introduction to Nursing | 3 |
| 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 | 30 | |
| Total Hours | 77 | |
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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/CCBC
This program is effective as of Summer 2025
Revised: 04.30.2026
UCC 02.24.2026
Four Year Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| ESAP 101 | FYRST Seminar | 1 |
| NURS 101 | Introduction to Nursing | 3 |
| BIOL 209 | 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 309 | Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Laboratory | 4 |
| PSYC 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | ||
| Ethics and Civil Discourse | ||
| Civil Discourse and Democracy | ||
| Hours | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NURS 110 | Nursing Foundations | 9 |
| PSYC 244 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Social Science Inquiry | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| NURS 120 | Acute and Chronic Illness | 9 |
| HSCI 202 | Pharmacology (CCBC) | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Summer | ||
| NURS 270 | Community & Mental Health Nursing (CCBC) | 4 |
| BIOL 215 | Microbiology (CCBC) | 4 |
| Hours | 8 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| Select Track A or B: | 6 | |
| TRACK A: | ||
NURS 220 | Acute & Complex Illness |
|
| TRACK B: | ||
NURS 230 | Family-Centered Care |
|
| NURS 240 | Professional Practice I | 3 |
| PHIL 325 | Medical/Health Care Ethics | 3 |
| Humanities Inquiry | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Select Track A or B: | 6 | |
| TRACK A: | ||
NURS 220 | Acute & Complex Illness |
|
| TRACK B: | ||
NURS 230 | Family-Centered Care |
|
| NURS 250 | Professional Practice II | 3 |
| NURS 311 | Introduction to Health Care Informatics (Online SRU) | 3 |
| Creative & Aesthetic Inquiry | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NURS 312 | Nursing in Transition | 3 |
| NURS 327 | Group Process for Nursing | 3 |
| NURS 331 | Evidence-Based Health Assessment & Promotion | 3 |
| Nursing Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| 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 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Total Hours** | 120 | |
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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.
PRE-NURSING PROGRAM - N121/CCBC
Revised: 04.09.2026