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Going the Distance University of North Dakota ON LI N E DIS TA NCE LE A R N I NG PROGR A MS downloaded at no expense, include Adobe Flash Player, Real Video Player, and/or Apple QuickTime. Students can check their computer compatibility at http:// breeze.und.nodak.edu/common/help/en/ support/meeting_test.htm. Online programs UND’s College of Nursing offers programs accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The program has full approval from the North Dakota Board of Nursing. RN/BSN. The goal of the RN/BSN program is to provide a balanced education that will prepare students in all areas of nursing practice. In order to participate, students must apply to UND’s undergraduate nursing program and are required to have a nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing from a regionally accredited school. Also required are a minimum GPA of 2.5, a current and unencumbered nursing license, and 39 credits of bachelor’s level prerequisite coursework. RNs can usually transfer prerequisite credits from other accredited schools or they can complete credits through independent student courses offered online. This program requires 30 nursing credits in addition to general and support requirements. RN/MS. This streamlined program has been designed for experienced RNs seeking their master’s degree without completing the requirements for a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must first apply to UND’s undergraduate nursing program and have at least 45 credits of prerequisite coursework (social science, communication, math science, and support courses), an associate degree in nursing from an accredited school, a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, and a current RN license; a minimum of 1 year of experience as an RN is preferred. After completing 20 bachelor’s www.healthcaretraveler.com Photo courtesy: Becky Cournia Karin Marcus F ounded in 1883, the University of North Dakota (UND) came into being 6 years before North Dakota became a state. This university has a strong focus on liberal arts and an array of professional programs. Over 12,000 students participate in 2,938 undergraduate courses in 195 fields of study from baccalaureate to doctoral. One of only 47 universities offering both accredited schools of medicine and law, UND has a worldwide reputation for its research and academic programs. Today, UND’s College of Nursing distance learning programs make it possible for RNs who are currently employed to further their education at their own convenience and pace. Online courses offer associate degree nurses the flexibility to study via “live” instruction (web conferencing) or recorded classes, to complete the one clinical near their home communities, to gain a background in liberal education, and to achieve a solid basis for graduate education. Technology requirements The University of North Dakota’s online courses require computer access and DSL/cable Internet connection with a minimum of 512 kbps download speed. Basic requirements include a PC with at least a 1GHz processor, Macintosh G3 or higher, 512 RAM, a USB/Firewire Web Camera, USB Headset/Microphone (Webcam Mic is not recommended), and a monitor with no less than 800 x 600 resolution (1024 x 768 recommended). Also, operating systems should run Windows (2000, XP, Vista) or Mac OS 10.2 or higher. Minimal acceptable Internet browsers are Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape Navigator 7.1, AOL 9, Mozilla Firefox 1.0.3, and Safari 1.1 or 1.2. Additional software applications, which can be Expanding Horizons Going the Distance Allied Corner 60 Healthcare Traveler November 2008 60 62 http://breeze.und.nodak.edu/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm http://www.conted.und.edu/ddp/rn/compreq.html http://www.healthcaretraveler.com

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Healthcare Traveler - November 2008 Editor’s Desk Contents In a Flash Paws for Thought Field Notes You Said It Perks and Preferences A Latitude Adjustment Drug Update Clinical Tips Advice of Counsel Cityscape Advertiser’s Index Name It When In. . . It’s in the Bag Contest Rules Big Deals Tax Facts Going the Distance Allied Corner Classifieds Tales from the Road

Healthcare Traveler - November 2008

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