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The coursework that is transferred to South University must permit the student to obtain a 2.85 CGPA by the time the student applies for admission into the OTA professional phase. Transfer credit will not be accepted for South University courses with an OTA prefix.

This includes science courses taken at South University and transfer credits from outside institutions.

Advanced Standing Admission Policy for International Pharmacy Degree Holders Scope: This policy applies to applicants who: Hold a conferred Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral degree in Pharmacy from an accredited international program. Seek PharmD program advanced standing based on demonstrated equivalence of prior coursework. Submit applications for admission into the PharmD program via PharmCAS. Exclusion : Degrees in non‑pharmacy disciplines. Applicants lacking sufficient documentation or whose prior learning cannot be mapped to core curriculum requirements. Applicants who have previously or are currently attending an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program. Eligibility Requirements To be considered for advanced standing admission, applicants must: Hold the specified international pharmacy degree completed within the past five years (waivers may be granted with ongoing professional practice). Submit applications for admission into the PharmD program via PharmCAS Provide a credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or another credential evaluation agency recognized by PharmCAS. Demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA equivalent to 3.0 (U.S. scale and a minimum grade of ‘C’ or equivalent in all core pharmacy subjects. Provide English language proficiency evidence via TOEFL (79-80), IELTS (≥ 6.5), duolingo (≥ 105). Other English Language Proficiency Programs/Tests are outlined at catalog.southuniversity.edu/english-language-proficiency. Course Equivalency Evaluation Process The School of Pharmacy Office of Admissions confirms completeness of all required documentation, including transcripts, syllabi, credential evaluation, accreditation evidence, and English proficiency scores. If needed, subject matter experts will assess course-by-course equivalencies. Equivalency Rubric Outcomes: Courses are marked as equivalent, partially equivalent, or not equivalent. Advanced standing with direct entry into Quarter 3 is granted when the following courses are assessed as equivalent or upon approval by the School of Pharmacy. PHA3113 Pathophysiology I (5) PHA3127 Pharmaceutical Calculations (3) PHA3129 Intro. to Medicinal Chemistry (3) PHA3114 Pathophysiology II (4) PHA3134 Biochemistry (4) PHA3146 Pharmaceutics I (3) PHA3246 Pharmaceutics II (2) Advanced standing will consist of a block transfer of 24 credits. Required Documentation Applicants must submit: Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, Credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES), or another credential evaluation agency recognized by PharmCAS. Detailed course syllabi or course descriptions for all pharmacy-related coursework, Official documentation verifying institutional accreditation status, Official English proficiency test scores meeting minimum requirements, and Documentation of relevant professional or experiential training, if applicable. Conditions & Limitations Cohort admission size is limited. Advanced standing acceptance does not guarantee placement in a specific cohort. All students must satisfy the South University and PharmD curriculum, policies, and graduation requirements.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program Professional Phase Campus to Campus Transfer Policy Students enrolled in the Professional Phase of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program who are in good standing according to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Progressions Standards may be eligible for transfer to a different South University OTA program. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program Professional Phase Campus to Campus Transfer Policy Students enrolled in the Professional Phase of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program who are in good standing according to the Physical Therapist Assistant Progressions Standards may be eligible for transfer to a different South University PTA program. Physician Assistant (PA) Program Campus to Campus Transfer Policy The South University Physician Assistant Program does not accept transfer of credits from other physician assistant programs or provide enrolled students with a waiver of credit (i.e. Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA) Program Campus to Campus Transfer Policy The South University Anesthesiologist Assistant Program does not accept transfer of credits from other anesthesiologist assistant programs or provide enrolled students with a waiver of credit (i.e.

Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits Earned at South University Prior coursework will be evaluated for transferability if completed at an acceptable accredited collegiate institution (regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education). All transfer credit evaluation is conducted by programmatic leadership, including Program Directors, Chairs, Assistant/Associate Deans, and/or Deans. Undergraduate Transfer of Credit Evaluation and acceptance of undergraduate transfer of credit is determined by the Program Director or Department Chair, or designee, of the appropriate program/area. Undergraduate transfer credit will be considered if the following conditions are met: The course was taken at an acceptable accredited collegiate institution. The course carries a grade of "C-" or better, unless otherwise specified by programmatic requirements (for colleges that award plusses and minuses, the plus or minus will be dropped when the course is transferred). The course is directly equivalent to a course required by the South University program in which the student is enrolled (all credit considered for acceptance is reviewed by course level, course title, and course description; students may be required to provide additional supporting documentation for a class to be considered for transfer of credit). In the case of courses evaluated for General Education transfer credit, the submitted courses must meet the criteria established by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools for General Education credit (as stated in the current Principles of Accreditation) and must also be specifically classified as General Education (i.e., a survey or introductory course) at the transferring institution. Undergraduate transfer credit may also be accepted in the following cases: When multiple courses taken at other institutions can be combined to satisfy one more equivalent South University courses. No course may be counted more than once, except in situations where a course has a corequisite attached to it and the number of combined credits is equivalent to the credits of the corequisites (i.e., Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology I Lab, Anatomy and Physiology II and Anatomy and Physiology II Lab, Microbiology and Microbiology Lab). When a South University program does not specify a particular course for an area requirement, transfer credit may be considered as an elective if it is related in content to the area requirement. No more than half the major area course requirements can be earned through transfer credit, through examination, and/or other means described in this catalog. See the appropriate program section for specific guidelines regarding transfer of credit. No transfer of credit will be accepted for internship courses. No transfer credit is accepted in the professional phase of many of the health professions. These limits are outlined below by program transfer of credit policies. No transfer credit will be granted for English as a Second Language (ESL) coursework. History II: 1865 to Present, or POL2076 American Government (4 credit hours) Procedure for Credit for Prior Learning for Law Enforcement, Corrections, or Criminal Justice Academy South University may give up to 16 credit hours of transfer credit to graduates of a law enforcement, criminal justice or corrections training program. Up to a maximum of 12 credits may be awarded at the undergraduate level and/or up to a maximum of 4 credits at the master’s level provided: The graduate has attained a high school diploma or equivalent. Information Technology Transfer Credit For all Information Technology courses, transfer of credit is not accepted for courses that are older than seven years. Credits earned through these examinations will be accepted as transfer credit and a student must submit a copy of their CompTIA Certificate(s) with a Date Certified no older than 7 years to validate their certification(s) and be eligible for possible transfer credit award. Science Courses Transfer Credit For students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant programs, the following courses will not be accepted for transfer of credit if the course is older than 7 years before the student's start date in the Professional Phase of the program: AHS1001 Medical Terminology BIO1011 Anatomy and Physiology I BIO1012 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab BIO1013 Anatomy and Physiology II BIO1014 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab For students in the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, the Associate of Sciences in Allied Health Sciences, the Bachelor of Science in Public Health or the pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs, the following courses will not be accepted for transfer of credit if the course is older than 7 years before the student's original start date: AHS1001 Medical Terminology BIO1011 Anatomy and Physiology I BIO1012 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab BIO1013 Anatomy and Physiology II BIO1014 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab BIO2015 Human Pathophysiology BIO2070 Microbiology BIO2071 Microbiology Lab (online students only) OR BIO2073 Microbiology Laboratory (campus students only) CHM1010 General Chemistry NTR2050 Nutrition Credits Earned at a South University Campus Credits earned at any South University campus will be accepted at all campuses, with the exception of programs mentioned in the campus transfer policy. No more than half the major area course requirements (i.e., those requirements beyond General Education) can be earned through transfer credit, through examination, and/or other means described in this catalog. Credit by Examination College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) and the Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) exams can be submitted for evaluation for course credit. Credits earned by examination are considered in the same way as transfer credits and are not used in the computation of the student's grade point average. Students may not earn more than 75 percent* of their total credits and 50 percent of their major credits through credit by examination, transfer credit, or a combination thereof. The time limit for granting credit by examination for any course is the same as that for accepting transfer credit for the same course. In addition, we utilize Joint Services Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Transcript in our processing of prior learning experiences for possible transfer credit. Undergraduate Program Transfer of Credit Guidelines (specifications by program) Associate of Science (AS) in Medical Assisting For students in the Associate of Science in Medical Assisting degree program transfer of credit will not be accepted for the following courses: AHS2005 Clinical Competencies I AHS2006 Clinical Competencies II AHS2007 Clinical Laboratory Competencies AHS2087 Medical Office Procedures AHS2090 Medical Insurance and Coding AHS2092 Computers in the Medical Office AHS2098 Medical Assisting Practicum Transfer of credit will be accepted for AHS1001 Medical Terminology. Students transferring to the Medical Assisting Program from other South University undergraduate programs are eligible for a block course substitution for AHS1085, AHS1086, AHS1087, and AHS1088 if they have successfully completed ALL of the following courses: BIO1011 BIO1012 BIO1013 BIO1014 BIO2015 Associate of Science (AS) and Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Occupational Therapy Assistant Students may transfer prerequisite courses into the program before entering the Professional Phase of the OTA program if approved by academic leadership with the exception of OTA1003 Introduction to Occupational Therapy Assistant, which may not be transferred. Transfer credit will not be accepted for courses in the South University’s Professional Phase of the OTA program. Transfer credit will not be accepted for courses in South University's PTA Professional Phase Curriculum. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) For BSN (pre-licensure) students, science courses are not accepted for transfer credit if they are older than 7 years from the student's start date into the professional phase of the program. No nursing courses may be accepted for transfer credit in the BSN. General Education Course Transfer Credit RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) and RN to Master of Science in Nursing (RN to MSN) Students applying to the RN to BSN degree program and the RN to MSN degree program, who have an unencumbered RN license and satisfy one of the following: earned an associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution, have an equivalent accredited associate's degree in nursing from a foreign institution, or hold a nursing diploma AND a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Graduate Transfer of Credit Evaluation and acceptance of graduate transfer of credit is determined by the Program Director, Department Chair, or designee, of the appropriate program/area. Credit for graduate/post baccalaureate transfer work will be considered if the following conditions are met: The course was taken at an acceptable accredited collegiate institution. The course(s) meet the Graduate Program Transfer of Credit Guidelines (specifications by program). Notes: Courses taken at other institutions may be combined to satisfy one or more equivalent South University courses, but no course may be counted more than once in calculating transfer credit. Please see the appropriate program section for additional information on transfer of credit. NOTE: Dissertation courses may not be transferred from another institution. or its educational equivalent (108 quarter credits/72 semester credits in biblical, theological, and ministry studies) at an accepted accredited school may be eligible for the Advanced Track and receive 56 credits of transfer credit. Students who have completed graduate courses in Bible, theology, and/or ministry studies may transfer credit on a course-by-course basis. Students should request a transfer evaluation to determine which courses qualify for transfer of credit or course substitutions. The following courses may not be replaced by transfer of credit or substitution: MIN7000 Learning Skills for Ministry MIN7500 Theology and Research in Ministry MIN8000 Dissertation I and MIN8010 Dissertation II MIN8001 Ministry Project I MIN8011 Ministry Project II Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Due to the unique nature of the courses within the South University DNP program, transfer of credit is not accepted. However, students with documented clinical hours from previous graduate education programs will be evaluated for prior learning assessment (PLA) and receive transfer credit for the Practice Immersion Experience courses (NSG7221, NSG7222, and NSG7223) not to exceed 460 hours . A minimum of 540 hours must be completed within the DNP program of study for a total of at least 1000 graduate practice hours. NOTE: Capstone courses may not be transferred from another institution. Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling No more than 49% of the program may be transferred. No course may be transferred if it was taken more than 7 years prior to the transfer request. Master of Medical Science (MMSc) in Anesthesia Science The South University Anesthesiologist Assistant Program does not accept transfer of credits from other anesthesiologist assistant programs or provide enrolled students with a waiver of credit (i.e., advanced placement) for any component of the required curricular coursework. Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MSPA) The South University Physician Assistant Program does not accept transfer of credits from another physician assistant program or provide enrolled students with a waiver of credit for any component of the required curricular coursework. Master of Public Health (MPH) A maximum of 12 quarter credits or three courses can be transferred from the list below: PHE5000 PHE5001 PHE5010 Master of Science (MS) in Criminal Justice Students may transfer up to three (3) courses or 12 credit hours. Only foundation courses may be transferred up to the limits of 12 quarter credits. Transfer credits are limited to the following courses in the graduate curriculum Foundation: NSG5000 Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse: Transformational Leadership in Advanced Practice; NSG6002 Health Policy and Health Promotion in Advanced Nursing ; NSG6101 Nursing Research Methods If the student is a practicing Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or Certified Nurse Midwife, who is currently certified in their area of specialty they are eligible to use TOC for the following courses (in addition to the 12 credit hours listed above); NSG5003 Advanced Pathophysiology, NSG6005 Advanced Pharmacology, and NSG6020_A Advanced Health and Physical Assessment, if the following criteria is met: The student takes the standardized 3P’s exam (competency based exam for Pathophysiology, Pharmacology and Physical Assessment) within six months prior to matriculation into the program. If the student earns a passing grade on the exam, the student will be eligible for review of transfer of credit for all 3P courses listed above and will be exempt from NSG6021. Specialty courses, NSG6999, NSG6998 and practicum courses are not eligible for transfer credit. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Transfer credit may be accepted through the Advanced Standing Admission Policy for International Pharmacy Graduates.

Grade Challenges for School of Pharmacy Incomplete Policy Incomplete Extension University Examinations/Culture of Assessment Grading System Grading System Included in SAP Calculation Grade Quality Points Range Interpretation CGPA ICR MTF A 4 90-100 Excellent Y Y Y B 3 80-89 Above Average Y Y Y C 2 70-79 Average Y Y Y D 1 60-69 Minimum Passing Y Y Y F 0 0-59 Failure Y Y Y W 0 0 Withdraw - Y Y WF 0 0 Withdraw/Failure Y Y Y NCF 0 0 Non-Completion Failure Y Y Y LP* - - Limited Progress - Y Y WV - - Waiver - - - EX - - Course Exempted - - - PR - - Proficiency Credit Earned - Y Y TR - - Transfer Credit - Y Y P - - Pass - Y Y AU - - Non-Credit Audit - - - I - - Incomplete - - - NG - - No Grade Reported - - - The following symbols are used on grade reports, but are not used in the determination of a student's grade point average: EX Course exempted PR Course credit earned through credit by examination TR Course credit through transfer P Pass AU Audit W Withdrawal, no grade penalty WV Waiver for a course, does not affect ICR/MTF/CGPA, does not count as an attempt for programmatic progressions I Incomplete ^ Caret Symbol, which denotes a developmental course grade NG No Grade Reported Grades or symbols of "D," "F," "W," "WP," "WF," "NCF" and "LP" can negatively affect one or more of the following and should be considered punitive in terms of a student's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP): Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA), Incremental Completion Rate (ICR), and Maximum Allowable Timeframe (MTF). The following symbols are used on grade reports, but are not used in the determination of a student's grade point average: PR Course credit earned through credit by examination TR Course credit through transfer P Pass AU Audit W Withdrawal, no grade penalty WV Waiver for a course, does not affect ICR/MTF/CGPA, does not count as an attempt for programmatic progressions I Incomplete Grades or symbols of "D," "F," "W," "WF," "NCF" and "LP" can negatively affect one or more of the following and should be considered punitive in terms of a student's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP): Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA), Incremental Completion Rate (ICR) or Maximum Allowable Timeframe (MTF).

h.) Transfer Credits Credits from transfer courses are calculated in the maximum allowable credits and ICR requirements. A student who is in good standing per SAP in their program transferring to either a campus program or an online program, will be evaluated according to the SAP policies and procedures for the programs.

Initial Coursework Requirements All MBA and MBA-HCA program students must enroll in MBA5009 (Managerial Environment) and MBA5001 (Organizational Behavior and Communication) during their first quarter, unless transfer credit evaluation is approved for equivalent courses to MBA5001 and MBA5009.

If the credits or degree, diploma, or certificate that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. Credits earned in terminal and/or occupational programs are generally not applicable to other degrees; however, the acceptance of transfer credit remains at the discretion of the receiving institution.

Nursing (45 transfer credits + 49 credits from South University): 94 Credits Course Code Title Quarter Credits NSG3007 Foundations for Professional Nursing 4 This course introduces the student to baccalaureate nursing practice centered in the art of caring and integrating principles of holism in its foundation of professional service. Students utilize critical thinking and communication skills as they explore issues related to the evolution and philosophy of nursing, theoretical foundations of practice, health care delivery systems, finance, and health care policy focused on quality outcomes and patient safety. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG3012 Principles of Assessment for RNs 4 This course builds on the physical assessment skills of the registered nurse. The course takes a systems approach to physical assessment and includes both normal and abnormal findings. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG3029 Foundations of Nursing Research 4 This course guides registered nurse students to understand research methods and apply evidenced-based findings to professional nursing practice. Qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods will be examined. Also included is the evaluation of research for translation into clinical practice. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG3039 Information Management and Technology 4 This course provides students with knowledge and skills to use information management and patient care technologies to deliver safe, efficient and effective care. Nursing's role in decision-making, product testing, asset acquisition, project management and change management will be addressed. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4028 Concepts of Teaching and Learning 4 This course gives the registered nurse the opportunity to enhance his/her patient teaching skills and develop skills for staff education. Principles of learning, teaching strategies, communication and preparation of continuing education programs will be included. Considerations for teaching and learning with a diverse population will be explored. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4029 Leadership in a Diverse Society 4 This course prepares the registered nurse to utilize leadership and management theory and skills in professional practice. The need for cultural competence, effective communication skills, understanding of health care systems, commitment to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives are included. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4068 Trends in Healthcare Policy 4 This course explores healthcare, financial and regulatory policies that prepare the Registered Nurse student for an enhanced role as policy maker and healthcare advocate. Economics of healthcare disparities in the healthcare system, legal and ethical issues as well as impact of social trends will be addressed. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4074 Health Promotion and Clinical Prevention 4 This course focuses on nursing's role in health promotion and disease prevention in various community settings with emphasis on primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention among diverse and vulnerable clients and aggregates. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4076 RN to BSN Capstone Synthesis 5 In this clinical course, the student integrates and synthesizes the curricular components of assessment, health promotion/clinical prevention, research, professionalism, teaching, leadership, information management and technology, as well as healthcare policies to create and implement a clinical project relating to the healthcare needs of an aggregate within the community. Creation and implementation of the project will include direct and indirect care of clients in the selected aggregate. (5 credits 3 credits didactic, 2 credits clinical practicum [60 hours]) Quarter Credits : 5 View Full Course Sub-Total Quarter Credits 37

Please refer to the Transfer of Credit Policy for additional information . All students must complete each course in the South University Physician Assistant curriculum.

The coursework that is transferred to South University must permit the student to obtain a 2.75 CGPA by the time the student applies for admission into the PTA Professional Phase. Transfer credit will not be accepted for courses in the South University PTA Professional Phase Curriculum. Students from South University who are in another major will be permitted to transfer into the general education phase of the PTA program if they meet all requirements as stated in the PTA Program Change Policy.

Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course Sub-Total Quarter Credits 16 * Practice Immersion Experience courses are eligible for PLA (Prior Learning Assessment) based on post-baccalaureate clinical experiences.

Students enrolling into a second Master of Science in Nursing Degree see Second Master of Science in Nursing Degree under the Graduate Transfer of Credit Policy. Second Master of Science in Nursing Degree (MSN) for Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner The following courses will be accepted as block transfer: NSG5000 Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse; Transformational Leadership in Advanced Practice; NSG6101 Nursing Research Methods; NSG6002 Health Policy & Health Promotion in Advanced Nursing Practice. If the student earns a passing grade on the exam, the student will be eligible for review of transfer of credit for all 3P courses listed above and will be exempt from NSG6021. The student will also be required to pass NSG6021 Pre-Clinical Evaluation if they are required to retake the 3P courses For FNP students, their 3P courses must be across the lifespan to be eligible to transfer. NSG6998 Transitions to the Nurse Practitioner Role and practicum courses are not eligible for transfer credit.

The following courses will be accepted as block transfer: NSG5000 Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse: Transformational Leadership in Advanced Practice; NSG6101 Nursing Research Methods; NSG6002 Health Policy & Health Promotion in Advanced Nursing Practice. The majority of the second master's degree coursework must be completed at South University; Practicum courses, NSG6999 Graduate Project in Nursing are not eligible for transfer credit.

Transfer credits awarded toward your program will likely decrease the overall length and cost of education.

Transfer of Credit Guidelines for the DBA program The majority of credits toward the DBA degree program must be earned at South University. Credit for transfer work will be given if the courses were taken at an acceptable accredited collegiate institution, the course is equivalent to courses offered at South University, and the course carries a grade of "B" or better. All transfer credit will be reviewed and approved by the Dean, College of Business, or designee, and the Department Chair of the respective academic department and Program Director. The maximum number of classes to transfer is four courses or 16 quarter hours. NOTE: Dissertation courses may not be transferred from another institution.

Transfer of Credits Policy South University Anesthesiologist Assistant Program does not accept transfer of credits from other anesthesiologist assistant programs or provide enrolled students with a waiver of credit (i.e. advanced placement) for any component of the required curricular coursework. Students may not transfer from one South Anesthesiologist Assistant campus to another. All students must complete each course in the South University Anesthesiologist Assistant curriculum.

Undergraduate Nursing (45 transfer credits + 40 credits from South University): 85 Credits Course Code Title Quarter Credits NSG3007 Foundations for Professional Nursing 4 This course introduces the student to baccalaureate nursing practice centered in the art of caring and integrating principles of holism in its foundation of professional service. Students utilize critical thinking and communication skills as they explore issues related to the evolution and philosophy of nursing, theoretical foundations of practice, health care delivery systems, finance, and health care policy focused on quality outcomes and patient safety. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG3012 Principles of Assessment for RNs 4 This course builds on the physical assessment skills of the registered nurse. The course takes a systems approach to physical assessment and includes both normal and abnormal findings. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG3029 Foundations of Nursing Research 4 This course guides registered nurse students to understand research methods and apply evidenced-based findings to professional nursing practice. Qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods will be examined. Also included is the evaluation of research for translation into clinical practice. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG3039 Information Management and Technology 4 This course provides students with knowledge and skills to use information management and patient care technologies to deliver safe, efficient and effective care. Nursing's role in decision-making, product testing, asset acquisition, project management and change management will be addressed. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4028 Concepts of Teaching and Learning 4 This course gives the registered nurse the opportunity to enhance his/her patient teaching skills and develop skills for staff education. Principles of learning, teaching strategies, communication and preparation of continuing education programs will be included. Considerations for teaching and learning with a diverse population will be explored. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4029 Leadership in a Diverse Society 4 This course prepares the registered nurse to utilize leadership and management theory and skills in professional practice. The need for cultural competence, effective communication skills, understanding of health care systems, commitment to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives are included. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4068 Trends in Healthcare Policy 4 This course explores healthcare, financial and regulatory policies that prepare the Registered Nurse student for an enhanced role as policy maker and healthcare advocate. Economics of healthcare disparities in the healthcare system, legal and ethical issues as well as impact of social trends will be addressed. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course NSG4074 Health Promotion and Clinical Prevention 4 This course focuses on nursing's role in health promotion and disease prevention in various community settings with emphasis on primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention among diverse and vulnerable clients and aggregates. Quarter Credits : 4 View Full Course Sub-Total Quarter Credits 32

In accordance with Alabama state approving agency policy, it is required that all transcripts are on file and all prior learning has been evaluated for transfer into the student's educational program by the completion of two (2) academic terms. In accordance with Florida state approving agency policy, it is required that all transcripts are on file and all prior learning has been evaluated for transfer into the student's educational program. In accordance with South Carolina state approving agency policy, it is required that all transcripts are on file and all prior learning has been evaluated for transfer into the student's educational program by the completion of two (2) academic terms.