Program Overview

Program Information

The Rowan Experience

The School Nursing Certification program at Rowan University, through the College of Education, prepares NJ RN licensed nurses who hold a bachelor’s degree to assume a multifaceted role that supports the physical, mental, emotional and social health of students and their success in the learning process. This program builds upon a nurses’ healthcare experience with preparation in education to best qualify them for the interdisciplinary aspects of school health.

Curriculum

The Post-Baccalaureate Certification in School Nursing program is a part-time program offered in an accelerated hybrid format with a combination of online courses and field placement. It requires the completion of 27 undergraduate semester hours, which are possible to complete in 3 consecutive semesters.

• 8 Courses / 27 Semester Hours
• Foundation Courses: Yes
• Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No

Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits)
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Required Courses: 27 S.H.
NURS 03401 | Community Health Nursing | 6
NURS 03330 | Health Assessment | 3
SNUR 92407 | School & Family Issues for Children with Ongoing Health Care Needs | 3
SNUR 92430 | Methods & Materials in Health Teaching for School Nurses | 3
SNUR 92444 | Practicum in School Nursing | 3
SNUR 92445 | Internship in Health Teaching for School Nursing | 3
SNUR 92466 | School Health Services | 3
SPED 08130 | Human Exceptionality | 3

NURS 03330 and NURS 03401 are eligible for transfer with a grade of C or better. Please contact the advisor for more information.

Admission Requirements

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.

• Completed Application Form
• $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
• Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
• Current professional resume
• Certificate Program Acknowledgement
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Copy of current NJ RN License or copy of official NCLEX letter showing passing scores
• Copy of certifications in CPR (adult, child, infant) & AED (these are usually on one card)
• Essay
  • Topic: Please describe your nursing experience and why you are pursuing a career as a school nurse. Please be as detailed as possible in one page.
• During the admissions process, the School Nursing Academic Advisor will determine foundation course equivalencies and how any unfinished undergraduate foundation courses can be scheduled concurrently with other program coursework. Foundation courses may not be available in an online format. If applicable, official notification of any unfinished foundation courses will be included in the applicant’s official decision letter from Rowan Global.

Deadlines, Tuition and Financial Aid

Entry Terms & Deadlines

The chart below details available entry terms for the Post-Baccalaureate Certification in School Nursing program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.

Entry Term | Application Deadline
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Summer – Module 5 | April 1
Summer – Module 6 | June 1

Tuition

At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.

Financial Aid

We know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.