Faculty
- LaNell Harrison, Ph.D, RN; Chair
- Terry Delaney, DNP, RN
- JoAnn Long, Ph.D, RN, NEA-BC
- Mark Wilkinson, RN, MBS, DNP
Degrees
To earn a degree, students must complete the curriculum and meet other requirements for a degree listed in the academic policy section of this catalog.
- Associate of Science in General Science
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (integrated program offered in partnership with Covenant School of Nursing)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Associate of Science in General Science
- General Education Core (24 hours)
- 3 hours from BIB
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development or 3 hours SOC
- BIO3322 Nutrition
- MAT1311 College Algebra
- 3 hours from GOV
- 3 hours from HIS
- Major (42 hours)
- Successful Completion of Covenant School of Nursing Curriculum
- Supporting Courses (22 hours)
- BIO2401 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIO2402 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- BIO3310 General Microbiology
- BIO3111 Microbiology Lab
- BIO3300 Genetics
- CHE1306 Introductory Chemistry
- CHE1106 Introductory Chemistry Lab
- 3 hours from
- MAT3303 Probability and Statistics
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- SWK3310 Statistics
- Total (88 hours)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). LCU offers two BSN programs. The integrated BSN program is designed for entering freshmen and provides a direct pathway to the BSN that incorporates RN licensure through partnership with Covenant School of Nursing. The RN to BSN program is designed for graduates of associate degree and diploma nursing programs who hold the RN license and is fully online.
Emphasis is placed on self-directed learning, promoting personal and professional growth, providing holistic, appropriate care to individuals, families, and communities, and populations, and encouraging independent action. Students may practice in a variety of health care settings in the Lubbock and the surrounding area. Time is spent in directed and independent practicum activities according to course requirements.
Integrated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (with Covenant School of Nursing partnership)
- General Education Core (46 hours)
- Quantitative Literacy (QL): 3 hours from
- MAT3303 Probability and Statistics
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- Scientific Reasoning (SR):
- BIO2401/2011 Human Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab
- Health and Wellness (HW):
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- Social Science Literacy (SSL):
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- Communication Proficiency (CP):
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- 3 hours from
- COM3342 Communication and Life Work (H)
- ENG3308 Technical Writing
- Creative Arts Literacy (CAL): 3 hours from
- AFA2350 Introduction to Fine Arts
- ART1305 Two-Dimensional Design
- ART1303 Drawing I
- ART2307 Art History Survey I
- ART2308 Art History Survey II
- ART3306 Art and Children
- ENG3305 Introduction to Creative Writing
- ENG3326 Introduction to Film Studies
- MUS1301 Music Literature
- MUS3300 Survey of the Music of Worship
- MUS3303 Music History I
- MUS3304 Music History II
- THA1361 Introduction to Acting
- Intercultural Competence (IC): 3 hours from
- COM3372 Intercultural Communication
- ENG3321 African-American Literature
- GBC3310 Global Experience
- FOL courses
- LIN2302 How Language Works
- MIS3312 Intercultural Engagement
- PSY2340 Psychology of Diversity
- REL3301 World Religions
- REL3313 World Christianity
- Christian Wisdom (CW):
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- Civic Engagement (CE); Critical Thinking & Ethical Awareness (CTEA): 3 hours from
- ECO2301 Macroeconomics
- ECO2302 Microeconomics
- GOV2301 National Government
- GOV2302 Texas State and Local Government
- HIS courses
- PHI2304 Introduction to Philosophy
- PHI3305 Ethics
- Human Experience (HE): 3 hours from
- ENG2301 Masterpieces of Literature
- HIS1315 World History and Geography I
- HIS1316 World History and Geography II
- HIS2301 History of the United States I
- HIS2302 History of the United States II
- HUM2300 Exploring Human Experience
- MUS3304 Music History II
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Quantitative Literacy (QL): 3 hours from
- Major (59 hours)
- NUR4100 Introduction to BSN Studies
- NUR4201 Introduction to Research
- NUR4302 Concepts of Community Health
- NUR4304 Concepts of Nursing Leadership
- NUR4204 Concepts of Professional Role Development
- Successful completion of Covenant School of Nursing requirements (48 hours)
- A minimum of a C is required in all nursing courses
- Supporting Courses (18 hours)
- BIO2402 Anatomy and Physiology II
- BIO2002 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
- 4 hours from the following
- CHE1306/1106 Introductory Chemistry/Lab
- CHE1307/1107 General Chemistry I/Lab
- BIO3322 Nutrition
- BIO3310 General Microbiology
- BIO3111 Microbiology Lab
- 3 hours from the following:
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- SWK3311 Human Behavior in Social Environment
- Total (123 hours)
Note: Students must earn at least a C in major courses
Admission Requirements for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
The RN to BSN program is designed for graduates of associate degree and diploma nursing programs who hold the RN license. The Bachelor of Science (RN to BSN) program is delivered online.
- Admission to the university
- Current CPR certification (if not currently employed as a nurse)
- Evidence of current or pending RN license
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
- Evaluation of official transcripts for each college or university attended
- Minimum of C in any prerequisite course and a GPA of 2.5 on 4.0 scale
Additional Requirements
- Student liability insurance fee of $65 is billed to students annually.
- Criminal background checks are required prior to enrollment. Information is available in the Department of Nursing office.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
- General Education Core (33 hours)
- Quantitative Literacy (QL): 3 hours from
- MAT3303 Probability and Statistics
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- Scientific Reasoning (SR):
- BIO2401/2011 Human Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab
- BIO2402/2002 Human Anatomy and Physiology II/Lab
- 4 hours from
- CHE1306/1106 Introductory Chemistry/Lab
- CHE1307/1107 General Chemistry I/Lab
- Health and Wellness (HW):
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- Social Science Literacy (SSL):
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- Communication Proficiency (CP); Digital and Information Literacy (DIL):
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- Christian Wisdom (CW): 3 hours from
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- Civic Engagement (CE): 3 hours from
- ECO2301 Macroeconomics
- ECO2302 Microeconomics
- GOV2301 National Government
- GOV2302 Texas State and Local Government
- HIS courses
- Human Experience (HE): 3 hours from
- ENG2301 Masterpieces of Literature
- HIS1315 World History and Geography I
- HIS1316 World History and Geography II
- HIS2301 History of the United States I
- HIS2302 History of the United States II
- HUM2300 Exploring Human Experience
- MUS3304 Music History II
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Quantitative Literacy (QL): 3 hours from
- Major (29 hours)
- NUR4100 Introduction to BSN
- NUR3300 Professional Nursing Practice
- NUR3307 Personal Wellness
- NUR3313 Cultural Diversity
- NUR3314 Trends and Issues
- NUR4201 Nursing Research
- NUR4302 Community Health
- NUR4304 Nursing Leadership
- NUR4308 Spirituality in Nursing
- NUR4315 Nursing Informatics
- NUR4204 BSN Capstone
- A minimum of a C is required in all nursing courses
- Supporting Courses (13 hours)
- BIO3322 Nutrition
- BIO3310 General Microbiology
- BIO3111 Microbiology Lab
- NUR3301 Pathophysiology
- 3 hours from
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- SOC1300 General Sociology
- Validation (42 hours)
- Completion of Associate/Diploma Nursing School.
- Electives (3 hours)
- Total (120 hours)