Nursing Education Program

RN Application Process

Students wishing to apply to the Nursing Education Program at Jefferson State Community College should do the following:

1. Complete an Application for Admission to the college. RN Applications are available online by clicking here, on the Jefferson campus  in Allen Library 101or at the Shelby-Hoover Campus, General Studies Building Information Desk.
2. Request that official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended be sent to Enrollment Services for evaluation.
3. Take the math and English placement tests unless transfer credit is awarded or ACT scores are less than three years old. Contact the Testing Office for information about testing dates and time.
4. Make an appointment with the Pre-Nursing Advisor to discuss a course schedule and obtain further guidance in the application process.
5. Consider retaking the COMPASS Reading Examination after completion of developmental reading and English classes if required. This test may be retaken every 60 days if desired. There will be a fee of $8.00 assessed for retesting. Contact the Testing Office for information about test dates and time.
6. After eligibility for admission has been established, submit an Application for Admission to Nursing Program before the appropriate date. Applications are available in George Layton 107 on the Jefferson campus and in the Nursing office on the 3rd floor of the Health Science Building on the Shelby-Hoover Campus.
7. Application deadlines are as follows:
   Fall Classes May 12 4:30 pm
   Spring Classes October 6th 4:30 pm
   Summer Classes February 6th 4:30 pm
   
   In the event that the deadline date falls on a Saturday or Sunday, applications will be accepted until 4:30 pm on the following Monday only.
8. After admission into the program, students are required to provide proof of CPR certification at the health care provider level, provide proof of hospitalization insurance, purchase uniforms and liability insurance, submit medical information, and submit to a random drug testing for chemical dependency. Background screens may be required by agencies utilized for clinical learning experiences. Students may contact the Student Development Office for information about a health insurance policy for students.

Pre Nursing Advising

Be sure to join us for our free nursing advising sessions that are guaranteed to answer all of your questions! 'NURSING ADVISING 101” is a powerful opportunity for all Pre-Nursing students to meet with faculty, advisors, and current nursing students who will show you how to apply, how to increase your chances of being accepted, and other important facts about the entire process. 

You will learn about the available programs that are offered including full time, part-time night and weekend (partnership with St. Vincent's), starting in the fall. This meeting is a must for all students pursuing a degree in nursing at Jefferson State Community College! 

If you have further questions please contact Tiffany Lane (205) 983-5902 tconnell@jeffstateonline.com Shelby Hoover Campus or Kathleen Johnson (205) 856-7947 ktjohnson@jeffstateonline.com Jefferson Campus.