Associate in Science with a Major in Nursing
Advanced Standing
Advanced Placement for Licensed Practical Nurses
The licensed practical nurse candidate must:
- Meet the requirements for admission to the nursing program.
- Submit an official transcript from the practical nurse education program.
- Complete general education courses which are prerequisites for the course into which the candidate has been advanced.
If courses are to be transferred in, an official transcript must be forwarded to the Registrar's Office.
Through the Connecticut Articulation Model for Nurse Educational Mobility, qualifying licensed practical nurses can obtain sixteen advanced placement credits toward the major through direct articulation with the associate degree program in nursing.
After successful completion of first year general education courses, a web-based bridge course, a transition course and an additional year of full-time study at St. Vincent's College, requirements necessary for taking the NCLEX-RN are met.
To qualify for the Articulation Model, licensed practical nurse candidates must hold a current Connecticut license as a licensed practical nurse.
Advanced Placement – non-LPN
Students who are not LPNs and wish to advance place into the nursing program may challenge courses in both the theory and clinical areas. Students are advised to consult the program chairperson for additional information.
