RFU Non-Degree Application 2024-2025 - Winter Term

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) may admit non-degree seeking students who wish to take coursework for professional development, personal enrichment or as a student-at-large, or who wish to transfer a specific course(s) for credit to an institution at which they are currently enrolled.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

General Non-Degree Seeking Student:

You are a college student or college graduate interested in taking graduate courses for credit that will transfer back to another institution or for personal interest without any intent of completing a degree program.
You are a professional seeking an online course for professional development.

Student-at-Large Non-Degree Seeking Student:

You are a college graduate interested in taking courses for credit (e.g. for graduate school preparation, career development or personal interest) with the intent of completing a degree. This is referred to as a "student-at-large" at some universities.

Indicate the type of non-degree seeking status for which you are applying:

General Non-Degree Seeking Student

Student-at-Large

Indicate the term you plan to enroll:

Winter 2024

What course discipline are you wanting to enroll for?

Nursing

Nutrition

Interprofessional Healthcare Studies

Lifestyle Medicine

Health Administration

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Non-Degree Course Selection - Check the box to view the course details

Nursing Courses (choose up to two)

NDNP 725 Advanced Health Assessment (4 credits)

Credits: 4 quarter hours
Cost: $804 per credit
Delivery: Online, synchronous weekly class with 1 mandatory, in person lab
Prerequisite: Undergraduate health assessment course; must also have BSN or higher and complete immunization requirements before starting
Description: Advanced physical assessment builds upon the basic assessment techniques learned at the undergraduate level in order to prepare the student to perform a comprehensive history and physical exam. Instruction is also provided in critical thinking and differential diagnosis. This course utilizes weekly classroom instruction, classroom case study application and physical exam lab practicum. Students are required to satisfactorily complete a comprehensive, standardized preoperative physical exam demonstration at the culmination of the course.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

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NPMH 775 Neuro Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits)

Credits: 4 quarter hours
Cost: $804 per credit
Delivery: Online, 50% synchronous vs. asynchronous weekly class with 1 mandatory, in person lab
Prerequisite: Undergraduate physiology course and must also complete immunization requirements before starting
Description: This course will cover fundamental issues of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neurochemistry of brain systems and an overview of basic brain-behavior principles as they apply to current models of cognitive processes.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

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NPMH 778 Psychotherapy I: A review of psychotherapies (3 credits)

Credits: 3 quarter hours
Cost: $804 per credit
Delivery: Online, 50% synchronous vs. asynchronous weekly class
Prerequisite: Licensed behavioral health provider or be admitted to RFU PMHNP program
Description: This course provides a comprehensive review of the major systems of psychotherapy. The implications of psychotherapy systems for case formulation and the similarities and differences between different psychotherapy systems are reviewed. The course places special emphasis on the key assumptions of various applied theories, the role and basic methods of clinical assessment, the stages of therapy, the role of the therapeutic relationship, and the goals and strategies to effect change. Units on gender-sensitive psychotherapy and culture-sensitive psychotherapy are included. Research bearing on and based on these systems is considered.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

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NPMH 783: Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of Addictive (3 credits)

Credits: 3 quarter hours
Cost: $804 per credit
Delivery: Online, asynchronous
Prerequisite: Registered nurse with BSN, licensed behavioral health provider or be admitted to RFU PMHNP program
Description: This course will enhance the student’s understanding of addiction disorders. By weaving elements of basic science, assessment, and diagnosis, students will learn to manage addiction disorders using integrated knowledge to propose evidenced based approaches. Special attention will focus on co-occurring disease processes and disorders across the lifespan.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

(CRNA) Have you applied to the Doctor of Nursing Practice: Nurse Anesthesia program at RFU?

Yes

(PMH) Have you applied to the Doctor of Nursing Practice: Psychiatric Mental Health program at RFU?

Yes

Do you intend to apply to the Doctor of Nursing Practice: Psychiatric Mental Health program at RFU?

Yes

Do you intend to apply to the Doctor of Nursing Practice: Nurse Anesthesia program at RFU?

Yes

Nutrition

HNUT 555: Nutrition in the Lifecycle (3 credits)

Credits: 3 quarter hours
Cost: $750 per credit
Delivery: Online
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0 in the last two years of undergraduate study and an undergraduate introduction to nutrition course with a grade of C or better.
Description: This course is an overview of the nutritional requirements and concerns specific to the different stages of the lifecycle. Scientific evidence relating to nutritional recommendations will be applied to prevention, health promotion and wellness activities.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

Interprofessional Healthcare Studies

HIPS 711: Building Effective Interprofessional Teams (3 credits)

Credits: 3 quarter hours
Cost: $981 per credit
Delivery: Online
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75/4.0 in the last two years of study and a minimum of one year of employment in a healthcare setting.
Description: The course utilizes TeamSTEPPS as a framework for assessing what it means to have an effective interprofessional team. Students will develop a shared mental model with common goals for patient safety and patient centeredness. Tools for working in teams and managing workloads will also be addressed.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

Lifestyle Medicine

HLSM 501: Strategies to Manage Mental and Emotional Health and Avoiding Risky Substances (3 credits)

Credits: 3 quarter hours
Cost: $750 per credit
Delivery: Online
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0 in the last two years of undergraduate study.
Description: This course will focus on how mental and emotional health are negatively impacted by stress. In addition, the positive aspects of stress will be addressed. We will examine the latest research on stress-reduction techniques such as relaxation, mindfulness and meditation on health and wellbeing. Proper sleep is a necessity for optimal functioning of the human body. A review of the basics of sleep and sleep cycles, how sleep affects the body’s functioning. Finally, the effect of risky behaviors such as tobacco, alcohol and drug use can be detrimental to the health and wellness of individuals. The use of motivational interviewing and smoking cessation will be explored. Given the opioid crisis in the US, we will look at the opioid crisis and discuss addictive behaviors and possible solutions.
Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

Health Administration

HHCM 523: Current Topics in Healthcare (3 credits)

Credits: 3 quarter hours
Cost: $750 per credit
Delivery: Online
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75/4.0
Description: Healthcare administrators and managers must be knowledgeable about current topics that face their profession. Using critical inquiry and research skills, students will explore current topics and controversies in the field of healthcare administration and management. The ability to analyze, research and apply the findings to contemporary issues will be stressed.

Do you meet the Prerequisites above and agree to the Cost, Credits, Delivery format of the course?

Yes

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Statement of Purpose:
Please explain your reason(s) for seeking to take a course(s) as a non-degree seeking student, indicating if this is for professional development, personal enrichment, at large or as a part of a special initiative program.

DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

The demographic information will be used to help evaluate our efforts relative to providing equal educational opportunities for all incoming students. This data will not be used as selection criteria during the admission process. Various accrediting agencies rely on us to provide them with an accurate portrayal of our applicant pool.

Hispanic Ethnicity

Yes

Hispanic Racial Origin

Non-Hispanic Racial Origin

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Official Transcripts
A final official transcript showing evidence of having earned a bachelor's degree (or highest degree earned, if applicable) is required for admission consideration. Candidates must arrange for the submission of official transcripts.

Electronic transcripts are preferred for speed and accuracy. They must be sent directly from the institution to grad.admissions@rosalindfranklin.edu.

If an electronic option is not available, unopened official transcripts can be sent via mail to:
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Office of Admissions and Enrollment
3333 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, Illinois 60064

Agreement & Certification

By submitting this non-degree application:

I certify that the information contained on this form is correct and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Falsification or omission of information can result in denial of admission or dismissal from Rosalind Franklin University.
I understand that I must be able (with reasonable accommodations) to meet the technical standards of the course/program.
I understand that I do not qualify for financial aid and will not be able to access to certain student services such as on campus activities/events, counseling, or the student health clinic during any period of non-degree admission.
I acknowledge admission to a non-degree course does not imply or guarantee admission to a degree program. All application and admission requirements must be followed and satisfied for consideration as a degree-seeking student.

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