Bachelor of Science in Nursing

All first-year nursing students must meet the following requirements to begin nursing coursework in the second year of the nursing curriculum:

• Complete all the following first-year courses that are pre-requisites to nursing coursework: BIO 122, CH 114, CH 136, BIO 212, and PSY 105, with a grade of C+ or better in each course and earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.67.
• Students may repeat two different pre-requisite courses one time only to achieve the required grade/s of C+ in each course.
• Repeated course/s must be taken in the next term offered. 
• Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.67 prior to beginning sophomore year.

At the completion of the program, the students will be able to:

1. Apply evidence-based nursing knowledge as well as knowledge from other disciplines to inform clinical judgment and practice.
2. Apply principles of health promotion, disease prevention, and management in diverse settings by providing developmentally and culturally appropriate, respectful, just, compassionate, and holistic care to individuals, families, communities and populations.
3. Demonstrate interprofessional collegiality to optimize health outcomes for clients across the lifespan.
4. Exhibit professional values and standards that promote lifelong learning, personal growth, self-reflection and the development of leadership behaviors.
5. Contribute to a culture of safety by participating in clinical decision-making and the implementation of safe, effective and high-quality nursing care to minimize the risk of harm to clients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance.
6. Utilize principles of information and communication technologies to inform delivery and documentation of care, comply with regulatory standards and drive clinical and organizational decision-making.
7. Advocate within the complex system of healthcare to address social determinants of health and ethical distribution of resources to provide safe, quality, equitable care to diverse populations.

NUR 201 - Foundations of Nursing Practice - 6 credit(s)

NUR 202 - Nursing: Professionalism & Practice - 2 credit(s)

NUR 205 - Health & Physical Assessment - 4 credit(s)

NUR 210 - Pharmacotherapeutics - 3 credit(s)

NUR 215 -  Pathophysiology -  3 credit(s)

NUR 301 - Adult & Older Adult Health I - 7 credit(s)

NUR 315 - Introduction to Healthcare Informatics - 3 credit(s)

NUR 334W - Seminar in Nursing Research - 3 credit(s)

NUR 360P - Psychosocial Issues in Nursing Practice - 6 credit(s)

NUR 371 - Childbearing Family Nursing - 4 credit(s)

NUR 372 - Nursing Care of Children & Families - 4 credit(s)

NUR 433P - Population Health Nursing - 5 credit(s)

NUR 455 - Leadership & Management of Care - 6 credit(s)

NUR 465 - Prep for Licensure & Practice - 2 credit(s)

NUR 471 - Adult & Older Adult Health II - 6 credits(s)

NUR 482W - Nursing Capstone Seminar - 2 credit(s)

BIO 122 - Introductory Biology I - 4 credit(s)

BIO 212 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I - 4 credit(s)

BIO 213 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II -  4 credit(s)

CH 114 - Principles of Chemistry I - 4 credit(s)

CH 136 - Principles of Chemistry II - 4 credit(s)

HS 315 - Human Nutrition - 3 credit(s)

UIST University Interdisciplinary Studies: Natural, Scientific, and Technological Exploration elective 3-4 credit(s)

BIO 122 - Introductory Biology I - 4 credit(s)

BIO 212 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I - 4 credit(s)

BIO 213 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II -  4 credit(s)

CH 114 - Principles of Chemistry I - 4 credit(s)

CH 136 - Principles of Chemistry II - 4 credit(s)

HS 315 - Human Nutrition - 3 credit(s)

UIST University Interdisciplinary Studies: Natural, Scientific, and Technological Exploration elective 3-4 credit(s)

Basic Requirements (13 credits)

WRT 110W - Academic Writing I - 3 credit(s)

WRT 111W - Academic Writing II - 3 credit(s)

HS 111 - Healthcare Concepts - 3 credit(s)

M 114 - Everyday Statistics - 3 credit(s)

US 150 - First Year Success Seminar - 1 credit(s)

Humanities and Arts (9 credits)

CMM 110 - Communication in the Digital Age - 3 credit(s) OR

CMM 111 - Business and Professional Communication - 3 credit(s) OR

CMM 115 - Improving Communication Skills 3 credit(s)

UISA University Interdisciplinary Studies: Artistic and Creative Expression - 3 credit(s)

UISC University Interdisciplinary Studies: Cultural and Historical Interpretation - 3 credit(s)

Social Sciences (9 credits)

PSY 105 - Introduction to Psychology - 3 credit(s)

PSY 132 - Human Development - 3 credit(s)

UISS University Interdisciplinary Studies: Social Context and Change - 3 credit(s)

To read the Core Performance Standards required for the nursing major, visit here.

Successful first-year applicants to the BSN program should complete a college prep high school curriculum that includes:

English - 4 years

Social studies - 3 years

Mathematics - 3 years

Foreign language - 2 years

Lab science - 3 years including:

• Biology (required)

• Chemistry (required)

• And one of the following:

  • Anatomy

  • Physiology

  • Earth Science

  • AP Biology

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is optional.

Applicants should submit at least one letter of recommendation from a teacher or high school counselor.

Transfer students who apply to the BSN major may be eligible for admission as a first-year or second-year student depending on the coursework completed. Due to the competitive nature of the program and clinical site availability, seats are limited.

• Complete all the following first-year courses that are pre-requisites to nursing coursework: BIO 122, CH 114, CH 136, BIO 212, and PSY 105, with a grade of C+ or better in each course and earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.67.
• Students may repeat two different pre-requisite courses one time only to achieve the required grade/s of C+ in each course.
• Repeated course/s must be taken in the next term offered.
• Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.67 prior to beginning sophomore year.

Mission
To prepare future nurse leaders and advance the level of education of registered nurses while fostering their professional and personal development.
 
Philosophy
We emphasize quality teaching complemented by scholarly and creative expression, clinical expertise, dedicated community service, and service to the profession of nursing. We are dedicated to the preparation of persons who enrich the nursing profession by responding flexibly and creatively to both professional and societal issues.

We believe that students seek relevant learning experiences grounded in experiential learning and have a clear commitment to the identity of the professional nurse. We believe that the best learning takes place in an environment of support where students are respected, and their life experiences honored. The ideal education setting is a learning community that allows student to realize their full potential as reflective, active, and life-long learners. Because we are committed to the idea that active involvement is essential to effective learning, we foster an environment of interaction among students and faculty. We expect all students to participate in their own learning and to facilitate the learning of others by participating in collaborative learning groups and partnerships, respecting each other’s opinions and questions, and by establishing a commitment to learning and critical and creative thinking. We strive to create a global community of scholarly caring.

Please visit the Tuition and Fees page for the most up-to-date information on undergraduate tuition and fees.

Nursing students will incur additional fees including but not limited to a clinical program fee, and a fee to support assessment of learning and preparation for the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®). The clinical program fee is assessed on a per-semester basis to cover costs related to clinical rotations. Additional expenses specific to the nursing program relate to essential requirements of the program such as clinical uniforms and supplies, health care requirements, immunization, toxicology screening, and criminal background checks.

Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is approved by the State of Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing.

The baccalaureate, Master's degree, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs in nursing at the University of Hartford College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001; telephone: 202.887.6791. Information about the accreditation process is available at CCNE.

Professional Licensure Disclosure
The BSN Program at the University of Hartford meets the state education requirements for a Registered Nurse license in the state of Connecticut. In accordance with the U.S.. Department of Education’s Regulation 34 CFR 688.43(a)(5)(v), please refer to The Board of Nursing Professional Licensure Requirement page here. Select Connecticut on the dropdown menu for full licensure requirements in Connecticut.

The University has not determined if the baccalaureate registered nurse program meets the state education requirements in any other state, any U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia. Applicants should investigate licensure requirements prior to accepting an offer of admission to the nursing program.

The licensure boards in each state are responsible for establishing the requirements for their state. Students who intend to seek license in any state other than Connecticut need to consult with the state professional licensing board.  The state professional licensing boards make the decision on whether an individual is eligible for licensure based on the rules and regulations in place at the time the individual submits their application for licensure.

Websites for each State Regulatory Agency for Nursing can be found at: www.ncsbn.org/14730