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Entry Requirements
Fulfillment of entry requirements includes satisfactory completion of entry requirements as identified in
the Applicant and Admission section of the Catalog. Immunization and Tuberculin Testing information
can be found in the Applicant and Admission Information section of the Catalog. Selected applicants
qualify for entry and registration for courses through fulfillment of all entry requirements.

Reentry Requirements
A student previously enrolled in BHCLR, may apply for reentry as identified in the Applicant and
Admission section of the catalog. In addition, the following information is required:

1. Submit the following completed documents, according to the timeline (the deadline for fall admission
is June 1st of each year; for spring the admission deadline is December 1st each year).
1.1 Complete reentry application form online at bhclr.edu;

1.2 All official transcript(s) on file, if applicable, reflecting additional college credits earned
during absence from school;

1.3 Provide evidence of a current, unencumbered Arkansas license as LPN/LPTN; or Arkansas
Certified Paramedic current certification, if a re-entry accelerated applicant;

1.4 Provide additional information and materials as requested by the selection committee; and
complete a personal interview, if requested by the selection committee.
2. Space must be available in the course the student is reentering.

3. May reenter the nursing program one time.

4. Take a standardized reentry exam by the application deadline.

5. Any student who is repeating a semester will also be required to repeat the Adult
Nursing/Pharmacology Course in that semester regardless of the grade received in a previous semester.

6. Reentry students cannot clear or progress or clear from program until all reentry requirements are met
as outlines in reentry probation letter.

Essential Functions
Essential functions, established by the school, are capabilities that must be demonstrated by the student.
Student requirements are reflected in the ability to engage in educational and training activities in such a
way that they shall not endanger other students, the public or patients. The essential functions for nursing
include:

1. Observation:
I am able to see and read printed materials including but not limited to clinical documents, course
materials, and computer screens.
I am able to visually observe patients and the patient’s environment.
I require the use of glasses/contacts and wear them when necessary.

2. Speech/Hearing:
I am able to speak clearly and be understood.
I am able to hear and interpret voices as well as loud, soft or muffled sounds.

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