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New day and evening nursing cohorts begin the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree program at Utah Career College twice a year. In addition to the flexibility of multiple start dates, UCC offers both day and night school nursing programs. At this time, our Salt Lake City school is the only one in Utah to offer an evening program for the AAS in Nursing.
An applicant to the nursing program must be a high school graduate or have a GED (many have completed some college coursework as well). The applicant must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the time the application is submitted to the associate nursing program.
If you are considering enrolling in the AAS in Nursing program, it is important to begin the process as soon as possible by scheduling attending a nursing information seminar. Contact an admissions representative for a schedule of upcoming seminars. The representative will help you evaluate the program and if you decide to enroll, assist you with the multi-step application process outlined below.
Appointments are very important. If at any point during the application process you miss an appointment without calling to reschedule another appointment, Utah Career College reserves the right to automatically move your application to a waiting list for the next available start.
Step I: Schedule an enrollment appointment
Call our West Jordan campus (801-304-4224) or contact us by e-mail and schedule an enrollment appointment. You will have a personal interview with our representative.
Please bring the following items to the enrollment appointment:
- $50 application fee
- A copy of your high school diploma, high school transcripts or GED
- Official college transcripts
- Start date and location of CNA class (if applicable)
Official transcripts sent directly to the school must be addressed Attention: Caroleigh Malcom-Admissions
Step 2: Take the Accuplacer® test
Within 48 hours after enrolling at Utah Career College, you will need to take the Accuplacer® entrance assessment, a test designed to evaluate your readiness to succeed in the nursing program.
After successful completion of the Accuplacer®, you will receive a final application packet, including:
- Application checklist
- Application for admission
- Professional reference forms
Step 3: Meet with a financial aid representative
Within 72 hours of taking the Accuplacer® exam, you must schedule a private appointment with a financial aid representative. The counselor will help you identify sources of financial aid, discuss UCC scholarships you might qualify for, and help you design a workable, affordable payment plan.
Step 4: Submit complete application
You have two weeks from the time you receive your Utah State CNA certificate to submit your complete application to our nursing program. If you have a current CNA certificate, the application is due two weeks after you take the Accuplacer.
Your application must contain all required documents (items 1-11 below) to be considered for acceptance. Please review application and admission requirement directions carefully. Failure to submit a complete and current application will prevent your application being reviewed by the UCC Nursing Review Board.
Provide all required documents (items 1-11) in a single envelope within two weeks
1. Nursing Application Checklist
2. Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Admission Application
3. A copy of your high school diploma or GED: If you have graduated from high school within the last three years provide official high school transcripts.
4. Provide Official Transcripts from all your previously attended post-secondary institutions or colleges. Each transcript must be in a sealed envelope from the previous institution and cannot say, “issued to student.” Do not send transcripts directly to our college; you must include them in your application.
5. Provide proof of medical/healthcare employment: If you would like professional experience to count on your application, proof of employment must be on company letterhead from the human resources department stating: your name, job title and/or job duties, start and end dates of employment (month/year).
6. Provide three professional references from people who can vouch for your character traits. You must choose three professional references who have worked with you as a supervisor, manager, leader, or teacher. Friends and/or direct relatives are not acceptable references. Please have your references complete the provided Nursing Program Reference form. All reference forms must be submitted in sealed envelopes with reference signatures across the seals.
7. Provide a copy of your current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or renewal letter. The expiration date must be visible. To locate a Utah certified CNA training program, visit www.utahcna.com. Local short-term programs are available through:
CNA or LPN training and certification must be completed before applying to the nursing program.
8. Provide a copy of your current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. The expiration date must be visible. Your CPR certification must include basic life support (BLS) and must be accepted by the American Heart Association. Find a class by logging onto www.americanheart.org, click on CPR/ECC and “select a class near you.”
9. Personal essay: Type a three to five page essay with 1” margins, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font. Cover page: name and phone numbers on top left hand corner. Your essay must answer the following four questions: 1) What has motivated you to seek a career in nursing? 2) What are your future career goals? 3) What are your educational objectives? 4) How can you ensure you will successfully complete the nursing program? Submit two copies of your essay.
10. Medical Documentation: Obtain records from your medical provider, State Health Department or Employer. and provide a copy of your current immunization documentation for the following:
- Tuberculosis (TB) – Must be repeated on an annual basis
- Diphtheria and Tetanus, and Pertussis (DPT) – Expires every 10 years
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Booster/Titer - Must have proof of shot in adult years
- Hepatitis B 3 part series or titer – Must have at least first shot in the series
- Chickenpox-varicella vaccine — must have titer or immunization
11. Provide a copy of your Criminal Background Check from Certifiedbackground.com. (It is a 3-page report).CertifiedBackground.com is a background check service that allows applicants to purchase their own background checks. The results of a background check are posted on the CertifiedBackground.com website in a secure, tamperproof environment, where the applicant and organizations can view the background check.
- Go to www.CertifiedBackground.com and click on “Applicants”, and then on “Order Now”.
- In the package Code Box, enter package code UT78
- Select a method of payment. Cost $50.00 – You may use Visa, MasterCard or a money order.
- Obtain information in the following categories:
- National Database Criminal Search
- Social Security Verification
- Patriot Act
- Sexual Offender Index
- OIG Database
Results will be available within 72 hours. Print off results and keep originals for your records.
Submit your complete application within two weeks of receiving your Utah CNA or, if you already have a CNA, taking the Accuplacer
You have two weeks from the time you receive your Utah State CNA certificate to submit your complete application to our nursing program. If you have a current CNA certificate, the application is due two weeks after you take the Accuplacer.
Please bring your application in a single envelope or mail to:
Utah Career College
C/O Admissions Dept. – Caroleigh Malcom
1902 West 7800 South
West Jordan, Utah 84088
Post-application requirement:
Upon review of your application, you may be contacted by a member of the Nursing Review Board to complete a telephone interview.
Acceptance procedure:
Upon your acceptance into the nursing program, the Nursing Admissions Representative will contact you to offer you a spot in our class schedule. The representative will discuss:
- Your final appointment with a financial aid counselor and payment of the $200 Non-Refundable Nursing Fee
- Registration date and time
- Your new student orientation appointment.
- The 5-Panel drug screen
Questions? More information?
As a nursing student, you will look forward to two exciting yet rigorous years of education. It is important you have the information you need to evaluate the Utah Career College nursing program. If you decide to enroll, we will provide a high level of personal and academic support to help you accomplish your personal goals.
If you have any questions about the application process, or about the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing-RN program, please call our West Jordan campus (801-304-4224) or e-mail our Admissions Department. A representative will be happy to help you.