University of Nebraska Medical Center

Transfer Guide: MCC Nursing – Associate Degree (ASNAS) to University of Nebraska Medical Center Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2023-24)

The associate degree nurse has both dependent and independent functions within a variety of healthcare environments throughout the community. This member of the healthcare team selects from a variety of therapeutic nursing interventions to provide care for clients. Graduates of this program are eligible to write for the National Licensure Examination (NCLEXRN) for licensure as a registered nurse.

MCC’s Associate in Science in Nursing (ASNAS) program has special admission requirements. For further information, contact an MCC Students Services office or visit https://mccneb.edu/healthcareers. This program is approved by the Nebraska Board of Nursing and is accredited by the National League for Accrediting Commission.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses; however, it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information, please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

To make an appointment with your MCC Advisor call 531-MCC-5231

Total Credit Hours – 99.0

1st Year (LPN) Major Requirements: (30.5 Credit Hours)

Complete all courses:

2nd Year (RN) Major Requirements: (22.0 Credit Hours)

Complete all courses:

General Education Requirements (46.5 Credit Hours)

Communication (9.0 Credit Hours) – Complete two courses

Social Sciences (4.5 Credit Hours) – Compete one course

Quantitative/Numeracy Skills (4.5 Credit Hours) - Complete one course

Scientific Inquiry (24.0 Credit Hours) – Complete four courses

Professionalism/Life Skills & Information Literacy (4.5 Credit Hours) – Complete one course

Additional courses required for entrance to the UNMC Nursing program:

• MATH 1410 Statistics (4.5)
• MATH 1425 Pre-Calculus Algebra (5.0)
• PSYC 1010 Introduction to Psychology (4.5)
• PHIL 2030 Introduction to Ethics (4.5)
• SOCI 1010 Introduction to Sociology (4.5)
• HLTH 1050 Nutrition in the Life Cycle (4.5)

One Humanities course (4.5) Options are listed below.

One Political Science & Social Organization course (4.5) Options are listed below.

One Culture, Race, Ethnicity and Gender course (4.5) Options are listed below.

Transfer Guide: MCC Liberal Arts Associate in Science – Nursing Transfer (UNMC)(LASNO) to University of Nebraska Medical Center Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2023-24)

By completing this associate degree, students are able to apply into the Bachelors of Nursing degree program at UNMC. UNMC publishes requirements for admission, general education, and major concentration areas. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and a UNMC Nursing Advisor often.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses; however, it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information, please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

Total Credit Hours – 93.0

Major and Elective Requirements: (45.0 Credit Hours)

Complete all courses:

Humanities (4.5 Credit Hours) – Compete one course

Political Science & Social Organization (4.5 Credit Hours) – Compete one course

General Education Requirements (48.0 Credit Hours)

Communication (13.5 Credit Hours) – Complete three courses

Quantitative/Numeracy Skills (9.0 Credit Hours) - Complete two courses

Critical Thinking/Creativity & Social/Cultural Awareness Skills (4.5.0 Credit Hours) - Complete one course

Scientific Inquiry (12.0 Credit Hours) – Complete both courses

Professionalism/Life Skills & Information Literacy (4.5 Credit Hours) – Complete one course

Cultural Studies (4.5 Credit Hours) – Compete one course

NOTES:

• It is recommended that students complete the courses in the Associate in Science degree above within two years, and no more than five years. Courses transferred after five years are individually reviewed.
• The College of Nursing admits approximately 75 students into Omaha, 72 students into Lincoln, 48 into Kearney and Norfolk, and 36 students into Western Nebraska divisions in the fall of each year. Admission into the College of Nursing is competitive. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required. Admission preference is given to students with GPAs of 3.3 and above.
• Complete of all the required courses does not guarantee admission into the College of Nursing. Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses; however, it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course-by-course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.
• As per UNMC requirements, students must have a grade no lower than “B” in any individual prerequisite course. A maximum of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) can be non-graded (audited).”

Transfer Guide – Clinical Perfusion
MCC → UNMC

The Clinical Perfusion program is a master’s level program that requires students to complete a bachelor’s degree. Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in any area of interest (i.e. Biology, Business, Music, Nursing, etc.). Listed below are Metropolitan Community College courses that satisfy the University of Nebraska Center’s (UNMC) Clinical Perfusion admission requirements. UNMC publishes requirements for admission, general education, and major concentration areas. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and an UNMC advisor often.

For admission requirements to UNMC contact the College of Allied Health Professions – Academic and Student Affairs at 402-559-6673, cahpadmissions@unmc.edu or visit www.unmc.edu/alliedhealth.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses, however it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course by course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

Transfer Guide – Dentistry
MCC → UNMC

The Dentistry program must complete 90 semester hours prior to matriculation, however most students will have earned their bachelor’s degree prior to applying to the College of Dentistry. Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in any area of interest (i.e. biology, business, music, nursing, nutritional science). Listed below are Metropolitan Community College courses that satisfy the University of Nebraska Center’s (UNMC) Dentistry admission requirements. UNMC publishes requirements for admission, general education, and major concentration areas. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and an UNMC advisor often.

For admission requirements to UNMC contact the College of Dentistry – Enrollment Manager at 402-472-1363 or visit www.unmc.edu/dentistry.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses, however it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course by course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

MCC’s General Health Studies (GHAAS) Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences at UNMC

What is a Medical Laboratory Scientist?

• Medical Laboratory Scientists use special equipment to perform many different laboratory tests on fluids taken from a patient.
• These include blood, saliva, or urine. The tests identify and help treat diseases.

Preprofessional Phase--3 years

Metropolitan Community College Years 1-2

• General Health Studies Program:
  • This option provides students who plan to make application to a four-year institution in the areas of health, emergency services, public service, and medical sciences the opportunity to customize their coursework to meet prerequisites for these programs.

UNMC's College of Allied Health Professions Year 3

• Description: Year three is designed to allow pathway students the opportunity to complete the remaining preprofessional requirements for the Medical Laboratory Science program. This coursework is also transferable to the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Professional Phase--1 year

UNMC’s Medical Laboratory Science Program Year 4

• Description: Professional curriculum that leads to eligibility to certification. UNMC's Medical Laboratory Science program prepares students to become patient- centered professionals with a theoretical knowledge and practical experience in all departments of the clinical/medical laboratory.
• Admissions criteria and curriculum: MLS at UNMC

Years 1-2 at MCC:

Notes:

• The prerequisite for CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1220 is MATH 1425. Students in this pathway are permitted to enroll in CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1220 after completing MATH 1315. However, MATH 1425 is strongly recommended.
• The Option Requirements for students in this pathway include the MATH prefix
• Total credit hours – 91.5

Year 3 at UNMC:

Notes:

• Complete MLS application
• Cumulative GPA 2.5, Cumulative Science GPA 2.5
• Need a total of 120 semester credit hours (max 66 from MCC, 54 UNMC)

Liberal Arts Associate in Science Transfer Guide – Pharmacy
MCC → UNMC

The UNMC College of Pharmacy requires a minimum of 90 Semester Hours for admission into the Pharmacy program of study. The following table lists the college’s specific requirements and the MCC courses that fulfill them. Additional higher level courses must be taken at a four-year college to fulfill UNMC College of Pharmacy admission requirements. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and an UNMC advisor often.

For admission requirements to UNMC contact the College of Pharmacy Dean’s Office 402-559-4333 or visit https://www.unmc.edu/pharmacy.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses, however it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course by course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

Transfer Guide – Physical Therapy
MCC → UNMC

The Physical Therapy program is a doctoral level program that requires students to complete a bachelor’s degree. Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in any area of interest (i.e. Biology, Business, Music, Nursing). Listed below are Metropolitan Community College courses that satisfy the University of Nebraska Center’s (UNMC) Physical Therapy admission requirements. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and an UNMC advisor often.

For admission requirements to UNMC contact the College of Allied Health Professions – Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at 402-559-6673, cahpadmissions@unmc.edu or visit www.unmc.edu/alliedhealth.

*Course does not transfer into UNO’s College of Arts and Sciences, but does satisfy UNMC’s admission requirement.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses, however it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course by course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

Transfer Guide – Physician Assistant
MCC → UNMC

The Physician Assistant program is a master’s level program that requires students to complete a bachelor’s degree. Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in any area of interest (i.e. Biology, Business, Music, Nursing, etc.). Listed below are Metropolitan Community College courses that satisfy the University of Nebraska Center’s (UNMC) Physician Assistant (PA) admission requirements. UNMC publishes requirements for admission, general education, and major concentration areas. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and an UNMC advisor often.

For admission requirements to UNMC contact the College of Allied Health Professions – Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at 402-559-6673, cahpadmissions@unmc.edu or visit www.unmc.edu/alliedhealth.

*Course does not transfer into UNO’s College of Arts and Sciences, but does satisfy UNMC’s admission requirement. Biochemistry is required for UNMC admission.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses, however it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course by course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.

Transfer Guide – Radiography
MCC → UNMC

The Radiography program is a bachelor’s program at UNMC where students earn a Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Science. The program is a 21-month program and consists of lecture, demonstrations, laboratory and supervised clinical experiences. Students who have completed the admission requirements at MCC, have the opportunity to earn their associate’s degree at MCC through the reverse transfer process. Listed below are Metropolitan Community College courses that satisfy the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s (UNMC) Radiography admission requirements. Students should consult with their MCC Advisor and an UNMC advisor often.

Admission to the Radiography program requires the applicant to present a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) at time of application submission and successfully complete 26-semester hours (39-quarter hours) of prerequisites prior to matriculation.

For admission requirements to UNMC contact the College of Allied Health Professions – Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at 402-559-6673, cahpadmissions@unmc.edu or visit www.unmc.edu/alliedhealth.

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information on suggested courses; however, it is the student’s responsibility to consult with the institution they are planning to transfer to ensure courses fit into their intended plan of study. For additional information on course by course equivalencies please contact the MCC Transfer Center.