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Nursing
(A.S.N.)
Clarion's Associate of Science in Nursing Program offers both a comprehensive and intensive form of
nursing education in a balanced curriculum of nursing and liberal arts. At the end of two years, the
student will have earned an Associate of Science in Nursing degree and be eligible to take
the
National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become a registered nurse (RN). It is fully
accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Nursing
(B.S.N.)
Clarion's accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (NLNAC) builds upon the background
and knowledge attained in the A.S.N. Program. Its primary goal is to provide
educational experiences designed to promote scientific inquiry, creative thinking, critical judgment, and professional
development. Although the program is designed as a two-year curriculum for full-time students,
individuals have the option of taking courses part-time after admission.
Nursing
(M.S.N.)
Many nursing professionals are finding additional education a must for the ever-changing medical
field. The Master of Science Program, in cooperation with Edinboro and Slippery Rock Universities,
is designed so that students may attend part-time or full-time.
Master of
Science in Nursing
Clarion, Edinboro and Slippery Rock Universities offer a
joint MSN Program that graduates advanced practice nurses in two tracks:
Family Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator. Family Nurse Practitioner
graduates will be eligible for Pennsylvania certification as
registered nurse practitioners (CRNP). They will be qualified to perform
medical diagnosis or prescription of medical therapeutic or corrective
measures in collaboration with and under the direction of a physician
licensed to practice medicine in this Commonwealth. Nurse Educator graduates are prepared to teach in both academic and clinical settings.
For individuals already holding a master's degree in nursing,
options include a post-master's certificate as a FNP, which is individually
designed for nurse practitioners certified in another specialty area, or a
second master's degree in the FNP concentration or a post-master's
certificate as an NE, both open to any master's-prepared nurse.
Bachelor of Science in
Radiologic Sciences
Clarion University's Bachelor of Science in Radiologic
Sciences degree program prepares graduates as radiologic technologists at
the professional level. The program affords students the opportunity to
attain a scientific knowledge base in radiography as well as a liberal arts
education that will expand their role and function as a professional.
Additionally, the program provides the graduate with the knowledge and
skills necessary to advance in the science and practice of medical imaging
and provides a foundation for graduate education in master's and doctorate
programs. Clarion University accepts transfer credits from other accredited
colleges and universities. Certain guidelines, outlined in the undergraduate
catalog, have been established to provide uniformity of transfer standards.
Associate of Science in
Respiratory Care
Clarion
University’s Associate of Science in Respiratory Care degree program
prepares graduates as respiratory care practitioners at the advanced level (RRT-Registered
Respiratory Therapist). The program affords students the opportunity to
attain a clinical knowledge base in respiratory care as well as a liberal
arts education that will aid in their role and function as health care
professionals. Graduates of the program will be eligible to take the Written
Registry Examination and the Clinical Simulation Examination administered by
the National Board for Respiratory Care. Clarion University accepts transfer
credits from other accredited colleges and universities. Certain guidelines,
outlined in the undergraduate catalog, have been established to provide
uniformity of transfer standards.
Associate of Science in Allied Health
The
Associate of Science in Allied Health degree is offered only at Clarion
University's Pittsburgh Site and provides 10 general education courses (30
credits) for West Penn Hospital School of Nursing (WPHSON) diploma
requirements. Courses include Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Microbiology,
Nutrition, Writing, Logic, Ethics, Microcomputers, Psychology, and
Sociology. This degree program provides a stepping stone for WPHSON
graduates to easily transition into Clarion University's Bachelor of Science
in Nursing (B.S.N.) program, which is also offered at the Pittsburgh site,
as well as on-line.
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