School of Nursing

Offering A Diploma Program in Registered Nursing

The Baton Rouge General School of Nursing offers a comprehensive learning environment for students wishing to pursue opportunities in the Nursing profession.

Baton Rouge General School of Nursing
3616 North Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 387-7623

Accreditation
National League for Nursing
Accrediting Commission
61 Broadway
New York, NY 10006
1-212-363-5555 Ext. 153

Approval
Louisiana State Board of Nursing

Admissions Information
To request an information packet, send your written request with your name and address to:
Baton Rouge General School of Nursing
3616 North Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Facilities
Baton Rouge General, the primary facility for clinical nursing experience, is a not-for-profit, 544-bed community hospital with two locations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Expenses
Expenses are estimated and are subject to change.
Tuition for college courses (see catalog from desired college)

Estimated additional expenses for nursing program:
Textbooks, stethoscope, uniform, shoes, watch with second hand, graduation expenses, etc. $2,100.

All tuition and fees are due and payable at the beginning of each semester and summer term. Food, lodging and transportation are the responsibility of the student.

Program AND Prerequisites
Students are admitted to the Baton Rouge General School of Nursing once a year in January. The nursing program is a two-year course of study from admission to graduation. Candidates applying for admission are required to complete eight specific college credit courses, representing 25 credit hours of study, with a grade of "C" or better in each course prior to admission. In addition, a one-unit high school or 3-semester-hour college course in general chemistry with a grade of “C” or better is required prior to admission.

Fifteen hours of the required general education courses must be completed by August 31 before consideration for admission the following January. These are:

• Human Anatomy, 3 credit hours
• Human Physiology, 3 credit hours
• English Composition, 3 credit hours
• College Algebra, 3 credit hours
• One other required 3-semester-hour general education course
• These remaining courses include:
  • General Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Human Nutrition
  • Microbiology and laboratory

Students must provide evidence of computer literacy by April 30 of the admission year. Evidence includes one of the following:

• One-half credit high school computer science.
• One credit hour or more of college computer science.
• Non-credit college level course in computer applications.
• Certification of completion of a computer applications course from a vocational technical school.
• Documentation of fundamental computer operations knowledge acceptable to School of Nursing faculty.

Course Equivalents at Local Universities
Call the school office for the course equivalent at River Parishes Community College, Delgado College or Nunez Community College.

Baton Rouge General School of Nursing general education requirements may be completed at the college of the applicants choice as approved by the School of Nursing.

Course equivalents at local universities are provided for convenience.

Click here to review the course equivalents at Baton Rouge area colleges.

Admission Requirements
By August 31, submit:

• An application for admission and nonrefundable application fee.

By September 30, submit:

• High school transcript or GED scores.
• Official transcripts of all previous college work. An official transcript is one sent directly from the college to the School of Nursing. If an applicant wishes a transcript evaluation for meeting School of Nursing requirements, contact the school for an appointment with the director.
• Two performance appraisals to be completed by a recent employer or instructor. Forms will be mailed to you upon receipt of your application.
• Nurse Entrance Text (NET) scores. A Composite Score at or above the 50th percentile and at least 50 percent or higher on the three Critical Thinking scores are both required. If these minimum scores are not achieved, the test may be repeated, within specific retake requirement timeframes.
• Indication on the form provided by the School of Nursing that the applicant is able to meet core performance standards for completion of the program.
• Completed form provided by the school with information required by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN) on the criminal background of the applicant.

Selection
Selection is determined by the School of Nursing Admissions Committee.
Selection is based on:

• Grade point average: A minimum GPA of 2.7 in required general education courses completed to date. A second GPA will be also be used in the admissions process, based on grades in 5 courses: those 4 courses required to be completed by August 31 and 1 other required 3-semester-hour general education course with the highest grade. The higher of the first 2 grades obtained in a course will be used to compute GPA. For colleges that award grades with a plus (+), the GPA will be computed according to the letter grade only.
• Nurse Entrance Test (NET) scores.
• Two acceptable performance appraisals. Interviews may or may not be part of the selection process.

Acceptance

• Remit a non-refundable administrative fee of $50 by deadline stated in letter of acceptance.
• Submit two passport (2”X 2”) photographs.
• Present a record of acceptable health and immunization status prior to January admission date.
• Present evidence of current CPR certification in the American Heart Association of BLS for Healthcare Provider Course.
• The School of Nursing adheres to requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any student who will need special accommodations to complete the program must submit written documentation of the accommodations required by deadline stated in letter of acceptance.
• Each student must submit to drug testing upon admission and at any time while enrolled in the School of Nursing as determined by the proper authority.

Effective November 1996, the Louisiana State Board of Nursing requires a criminal records history background check on all nursing students in registered nurse programs prior to initial licensure.

The Baton Rouge General School of Nursing reserves the right to change entrance requirements, curriculum, educational policies, performance standards (competencies), graduation requirements, tuition, fees, and any and all policies, in the best interest of the school. Contact the School of Nursing about every 6 months to be sure you are meeting requirements outlined in the latest brochure. This brochure is neither a contract nor an offer to contract.

The Baton Rouge General School of Nursing assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran’s status in the admission to or participation in its programs and activities.

LPN Mobility Program
The School of Nursing offers an LPN Mobility Program for LPNs who meet additional admission and selection criteria. This program allows the qualified applicant to challenge Nursing 110 (Pharmacology in Nursing, 3 hours), receive credit for Nursing 112 (Introduction to Nursing I, 7 hours), and challenge Nursing 120 (Introduction to Nursing II, 7 hours). The remainder of the curriculum can be completed in three semesters according to the curriculum included in the program of study. To be eligible for the program, LPNs must hold a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Louisiana, have at least two years of LPN nursing experience in an acute care hospital, and achieve a decision score of 75 on the National League for Nursing’s Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam I, Foundations of Nursing. There is a $75 fee for this test, a $200 fee for the Nursing 110 challenge and a $500 fee for the Nursing 120 challenge. Contact the School of Nursing for nursing challenge exam test dates and additional information on advanced placement.

Program of Study
In addition to chemistry (high school or college) and computer literacy, all eight required general education courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. The required general education courses are part of the program of study and must be completed at a university of the student’s choice approved by the school. Seven of the required courses must be completed prior to January of the year of entry into BRG School of Nursing. The remaining course for three semester hours must be completed prior to May 25 of the year of entry. This course is limited to Human Nutrition or Developmental Psychology.

Fall Semester	Hours
Nursing 300 (Seminar III)	1
Nursing 320 (Maternal-Newborn Nursing)	7
Nursing 322 (Management in Nursing)	7
Total	15
Total Nursing Hours	62
General Education Courses	25
Total Credit Hours	87

Advanced Degrees
Graduates often wish to continue their education. RN-to-BSN/MSN programs are offered in the Baton Rouge area by Loyola University and Southeastern Louisiana University. Both institutions admit graduates from Baton Rouge General School of Nursing with advanced standing.

Financial Assistance
Federal Title IV Programs (School Code: 016560)
Students familiar with receiving federal financial aid should recognize that award amounts may be reduced upon initial enrollment at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Nursing. The determination of award amount is based on class standing and all students enter the nursing program at the "Freshman" level. Additionally, the award calculation is based on projected expenses and the nursing program is typically less expensive than many colleges and universities.

For additional information on Financial Assistance, leave information requests at 381-6476.

Veterans Assistance
The Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Nursing is approved by the State Department of Education for eligible students to receive veterans benefits (VA facility code: 32800118). Contact the Director of the School of Nursing if you will be applying for Veteran's Administration educational benefits.