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Pre-Nursing

- 海角社区 Does Not Offer an Independent Nursing Major -

Start your nursing education in an intentionally Christian environment.

Pre-nursing at 海角社区 can give you the prerequisites you need for institutions offering a BS in Nursing (BSN) or an accelerated BSN. Our optional global studies emphasis can prepare you for nursing in global service careers, medical missions or in under-resourced areas. 海角社区 students interested in nursing typically pursue one of three paths:

  • Enroll in 海角社区's pre-nursing program in partnership with D'Youville University
  • Enroll in an accelerated BSN degree after completing a BA or BS in another field at 海角社区
  • Transfer to a BSN degree after completing two years at 海角社区

Program Snapshot

Undergraduate Pre-Professional Pathway

Recommended Majors: Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Psychology

Pre-Nursing Advisor: Jamie Potter

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What will I learn?

Through 海角社区鈥檚 Pre-Nursing program you will gain hands-on experience as you:

  • Build a foundation in the natural sciences and psychology
  • Serve as a volunteer EMT with the local fire department
  • Volunteer at an inner-city clinic in Buffalo with Jericho Road Ministries
  • Conduct, publish and present real research with one or more of 海角社区鈥檚 faculty members
  • Decide to travel to a developing country to study foundations of health development

Why study Pre-Nursing at 海角社区?

Christ-Centered Foundation

Through 海角社区鈥檚聽holistic approach to general education and Christ-centered foundation, you鈥檒l approach the ethical, cultural and moral challenges faced by medical professionals with Biblical compassion. In addition, 海角社区鈥檚 global studies opportunities prepare you for global service opportunities in missions, NGOs, public health organizations and educational institutions.

Personal Attention from Invested Faculty

At 海角社区, you'll be mentored, supported and cared for. Invested faculty care about your academic success as well as your spiritual, emotional, and professional growth. Pre-nursing students have many opportunities to get to know their professors on a personal level. Professors teach the labs as well as lectures instead of relying on teaching assistants.

Undergraduate Research

As a pre-nursing student, you'll do real research with one or more of the faculty at 海角社区. Work towards publishing your findings in peer-reviewed journals or present talks and posters at regional and national conferences. Opportunities for research include, collaborative research in a biology course, independent study, senior honors projects, and or collaborative research with faculty (e.g., Shannon Summer Research Institute, Cornell University and the Sierra Nevada mountains of California)

Courses Requirements


Typical Courses

  • General Education Curriculum (required for all students)
  • BIOL 217 鈥� Human Anatomy and Physiology I
  • BIOL 218 鈥� Human Anatomy and Physiology II
  • CHEM 151 鈥� General Chemistry I
  • CHEM 152 鈥� General Chemistry II
  • BIOL 242 鈥� Microbiology
  • BIOL 209 鈥� Introduction to Nutrition
  • PSY/BADM 309 Statistics or MATH 181 Calculus I
  • PSY 213 鈥� Developmental Psychology

Other courses that may be required by specific BSN or accelerated nursing degrees (either BSN or MSN) include Introduction to Psychology, Pathophysiology, Theology/Religious Studies, Medical Ethics, Human Growth and Development, Sociology, and Pharmacology.

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