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Graduation Requirements

For graduates to be eligible for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN), a student must satisfactorily:

  1. Complete the required curriculum of 120 semester hours:
    1. Complete all the related general education College course requirements. (60 semester credit hours) with a minimum GPA of a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
    2. Complete all required nursing courses (60 semester credit hours) with a minimum GPA of a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  2. Complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours of nursing coursework at Lakeview College of Nursing.
  3. Complete 20 hours of Service Learning throughout the curriculum.
  4. Complete the required Program Outcomes.
  5. Complete the NCLEX-RN review class offered by the College.

The responsibility for knowing and achieving the graduation requirements rest with the students.

Service Learning

Service Learning Outcomes

  1. Develop a habit of critical reflection as they integrate professional values and leadership principles throughout their career. (Program Outcome 5)
  2. Incorporate an ethic of social and civic responsibility into their professional values and practice. (Program Outcome 4 & 5)
  3. Develop an understanding of the complex underlying issues impacting family, population, and community health needs. (Program Outcome 4)
  4. Develop their ability to work collaboratively in a variety of settings. (Program Outcome 1 & 7)
  5. Learn about diverse cultural perspectives and develop a respect for cultural differences (Program Outcome 6)
  6. Observe organizational and community decision-making styles and reflect on how these are utilized to promote community health and wellness. (Program Outcome 1)

Completing 20 hours of service learning is a graduation requirement of Lakeview College of Nursing. The 20 hours of service learning will be completed throughout the student's time at Lakeview and must be fulfilled before graduating.

Five (5) hours are recommended to be completed each semester, totaling twenty (20) hours by graduation. There is a multitude of organizations that seek out volunteers to serve the community. A list is provided to students at the new student orientation of organizations within the area that would serve as potential sites to complete these hours. All organizations require prior authorization to complete hours. Please contact the site before completing the hours to fulfill the site’s needs.

At the time of registration each semester, students will bring completed hours to their advisor. Proof of completed hours should be documented on the Service Learning Form located on the LCN website with the signature and contact information of the site. If a student wishes to complete service hours at a different location than the pre-approved list, they will have to contact their advisor for approval first.