Dual degree partnership in nursing: an innovative undergraduate educational model.
We report the success of a unique articulation Dual Degree Partnership in Nursing (DDPN) model. The process used to establish and implement this approach is described. Unlike typical 2+2 agreements between associate degree (AD) and bachelor degree (BS) nursing education programs, the DDPN is designed with a 1+2+1 sequence. Intended to attract high school students, this model provides the opportunity to earn two degrees (AD and BS) while experiencing a 4-year campus living and learning environment. This configuration was accomplished without compromising the integrity of either of the established programs. After collecting data over the past 6 years, this model demonstrates popularity with the traditional-aged student, as well as success from an academic perspective. Statistics on retention, graduation, and NCLEX® pass rates indicate the feasibility and success of the model. Based on the findings, the potential for replication is promising for other colleges interested in a similar collaboration.
Department of Nursing, Le Moyne College, Syracuse, NY, USA. bastabsb@lemoyne.edu
Susan B
SB
Bastable
Marianne
M
Markowitz
D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D003479:Curriculum; D004507:Education, Nursing, Associate / Q000379:methods* / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000379:methods* / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D004521:Educational Measurement / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D017145:Models, Educational; D015403:Nursing Evaluation Research; D012570:School Admission Criteria / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D013332:Student Dropouts / Q000706:statistics & numerical data