NUR 417 – Pre-Immersion Course for Accelerated Option Students is a senior-level course in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the University of Miami. The course provides accelerated option students with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in the nursing program. Students will review basic nursing concepts, develop study skills, and learn about the healthcare system. They will also have the opportunity to meet with faculty and staff and to network with other students.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of NUR 417 – Pre-Immersion Course for Accelerated Option Students, students will be able to:
- Review basic nursing concepts
- Develop effective study skills
- Understand the healthcare system
- Meet with faculty and staff
- Network with other students
Course Resources:
- Textbook: Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice (8th Edition) by American Nurses Association
- Handouts
- PowerPoint presentations
- Online resources
- Guest speakers
Prerequisites:
NUR 417 requires the following prerequisites:
- Current RN license
- Completed a minimum of 60 credits of nursing coursework
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
