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Application Requirements
Application requirements include satisfactory completion of application requirements as identified in both
the Applicant & Admission section and school specific section of the Catalog. Completion of the
application requirements is required before the applicant file is reviewed by Selection Committee.
Completion of the application process does not guarantee selection/admission into the program.

1. A BHCLR applicant must be a high school graduate or have a GED prior to the program start
date. Please note that these are minimum requirements and applicants are ranked according to
academic criteria.
2. The ATI TEAS entrance exam is required with a 50% minimum and 55% preferred composite
score.

Credit by Examination
See Application and Admission Section

Entrance Date
The entrance dates are reflected on the School Calendar herein presented in this portion of the Catalog.
Students are notified when receiving their acceptance information of the Welcome Day Date, Orientation
Day Date, and the registration process for the beginning of the school year.

Entry Requirements
Fulfillment of entry requirements includes satisfactory completion of entry requirements as identified in
the Applicant & 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.

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.

3. Physical Abilities/Fine Motor Touch
I am able to walk, lift in excess of 50 lbs., push, pull, reach, sit and stand for long periods of time
when necessary.
I am able to move heavy objects by bending, stooping, reaching or moving side to side.
I am able to use my fingers for fine motor dexterity and manipulating small objects, etc.
I am able to gather information (ex: temperature) by using the sense of touch.
I am physically able to work on or with equipment following proper training.
I have physical use of all of the following: fingers, hands, arms, feet, legs, back and neck.

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