The Applied Science (AS) program leading to an Associate of Science degree is a dual-enrolled program between the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing (JFMSON) and Alvernia University. In addition to the Associate of Science degree, graduates will receive a Diploma in Nursing from JFMSON. The JFMSON is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for
Education in Nursing (ACEN) and approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
The Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing Mission Statement
The Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing is committed to providing quality nursing education that prepares graduates to seek licensure as a registered nurse and to provide safe, quality, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care in a variety of health care settings.
Alvernia University’s Applied Science Associate Degree and the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing Goals:
- Preparing the graduate to practice as an entry-level professional nurse who utilizes evidenced-based practice when providing quality care to patients in a variety of health care settings.
- Promoting commitment to life-long learning in order to enhance professional practice.
- Contributing to the development of responsible nursing leaders by integrating theories and concepts of leadership and management into nursing practices.
- Developing responsible and accountable graduates who practice within the legal limits and professional and ethical standards of nursing.
Minimal Admission Standards
The AS program student admission is the responsibility and at the discretion of the JFMSON. Admission standards meet and/or exceed Alvernia University’s admission standards. Admission to the AS program is competitive and the selection of students will be based on a point system to determine admission qualification. Students are assigned points based on many factors: high school rank and GPA, SAT/ACT scores, prior college coursework, Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), etc.
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