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Hunt School of Nursing

Dean, N. Waters
Associate Dean, T. Arnold
Chair, Pre-licensure Nursing Programs: A. Garlock
ASN Licensure and Program Coordinator: J. Ivey
BSN Licensure and Program Coordinator: M. McNeilly

Faculty

Professor: C. Miller, G.Casterline

Associate Professors: T. Arnold, A. Garlock, C. Rome, N. Waters

Assistant Professors: S. Creed-Hall, B. Graham, A. Hamrick, A. Isaac-Dockery, T. Lewis, J. Parker, Y. Smith, K. Williams, L. Wines

Instructors: N. Beaver, T. Hayes, A. Hull, J. Ivey, M. McNeilly, S. Parker, S. Tate

Lecturer: Z. Hatton

Mission Statement

The mission of the Hunt School of Nursing is to enhance the health status of the global community by preparing individuals to practice holistic and professional nursing through the provision of student-centered programs of study for a diverse student population that promotes academic excellence within a Christian, private, liberal arts setting utilizing teamwork and community engagement.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program and the Associate of Science in Nursing Program are accredited by the Accreditation Commission For Education In Nursing, Inc. (ACEN, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326. Phone 404-975-5000, www.acenursing.org) and approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Major Fields of Study

The Hunt School of Nursing offers three programs of study preparing students for licensure as a Registered Nurse:

The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)* 

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

 

*Please refer to the DCP Catalog for information on this program.

Minor Fields of Study

None offered.

Admission Requirements 

The best-qualified applicants are selected from those who apply to the Hunt School of Nursing. Waiting lists for acceptance are established as necessary. The Hunt School of Nursing Admissions Committee considers academic performance, courses completed, and other factors in determining qualified applicants. Minimum criteria for admission to the ASN and BSN programs are as follows:

  1. GPA of 2.85 on a 4.0 scale. Students with less than 64 hours of college credit will have the cumulative GPA evaluated. Students with more than 64 hours of college credit will have the last 64 hours of college credit evaluated for GPA.
  2. Submission of the following standardized test score.*  
    1. TEAS (current version) overall score of 65 at minimum. Scores must be current within the last two years. Only three attempts are allowed within a 12-month period.

    *Students with an earned bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university are not required to submit test scores.

  3. Completion of Biology, Chemistry, and Algebra with a minimum of “C” in high school or college. These grades must be reflected in the transcripts the applicant provides with the application. The most recent course attempt will be evaluated.
  4. Satisfactory criminal background history results for all states of residence for the past ten years. Criminal background history must be conducted within past 12 months of admission.

Any allegations or charges of misdemeanors or a felony that occurs after the Criminal Background History results have been submitted must be reported to the Hunt School of Nursing immediately. Clinical sites have the right to deny a student’s access based on the criminal background. This denial would result in the student’s inability to successfully complete the nursing program.

In addition, the following criteria must be met before beginning nursing courses. 

  1. NA I and American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider Certifications
    1. Required before beginning nursing courses in the pre-licensure programs
    2. May submit transcript of successful NA I course completion in lieu of obtaining NA I certification/registry listing
  2. Satisfactory Health/Physical Report and Immunizations Required by the University
    1. Prior to beginning clinical courses, Hepatitis B, Varicella (Chicken Pox) titer showing immunity or documentation of Varicella immunization, 2-step Tuberculin test (PPD), and annual influenza immunization are required
  3. Satisfactory Drug Screening
    1. This is a requirement for the healthcare facilities where students complete the clinical components for the nursing program. Clinical sites have the right to deny a student’s access. Drugs screens older than 30 days from the start of nursing coursework will not be accepted.

Students transferring in any required courses are required to meet all of the admission criteria and are subject to Gardner-Webb’s transfer credit policy. Priority admission for current Nursing Intended students enrolled at Gardner-Webb University is at the discretion of the Admission Committee based on meeting full admission criteria, completion of recommended General Education courses, and application submitted by the admission application deadline. Progression criteria for currently enrolled students in the Hunt School of Nursing are listed in the Pre-licensure Handbook. Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse includes clinical, mental, and physical competence and freedom from conviction of felonious or other serious legal acts, including substance abuse, as outlined in the North Carolina Nursing Practice Act. NOTE: All states have similar stipulations. Students enrolled at Gardner-Webb University who wish to enroll in the nursing program must apply through the Admissions Office.