Selective Admissions Programs

Goodwin College offers several programs that require a selective admission process. This policy is based on the limited number of places available each semester for each program.

Nursing Program
These admission requirements are in effect for students applying to the nursing program for the January 2007 cohort and later.

Only students admitted to the program may e nroll in nursing courses. It is important to note that not all qualified candidates can be offered admission to the nursing program due to the limited number of places available. Prospective nursing applicants are strongly advised to attend a Nursing Information Seminar conducted by the college. Please call the Admissions Department for dates and times of upcoming sessions. Students may enter the College at any time to complete the prerequisites required for admission.

Nursing Admission Requirements

1. Complete the application for admission into Goodwin College. Applicants to the nursing program must first meet the requirements for admission and be accepted into Goodwin College.

2. Complete the Nursing Program Application. An official High school transcript or proof of GED and official college transcripts must accompany this application.

3. Take the National League of Nursing RN Pre-admission test. This examination is administered at Goodwin College three times a year. The cost of the test is the responsibility of the applicant. Students must register to take the test at least one month prior to the testing date. Students may retake the Pre-Admission test only once. A minimum of four months must separate the two testing dates. Students must score at the 50th percentile or higher on the AD Composite portion of the National League for Nursing RN Pre-Admission test to be considered for admission.

4. Earn a minimum GPA of 2.7 in the most recent course work (high school or college). College GPA is based on a minimum of 12 completed credits.

5. Complete the required College Placement Evaluations. Applicants must qualify for ENG 101 in order to enter the nursing program. Any remedial courses required as indicated by the placement evaluation results must be completed before entering the nursing program.

6. Complete the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C”

a. Intermediate Algebra – High school intermediate algebra and score above MATH 102 (Goodwin College) on College Placement Test or MATH 102 (Goodwin College) or equivalent.
b. Chemistry – CHEM 101 (Goodwin College) or equivalent completed within the last five years.
c. Biology – BIO 211, Anatomy & Physiology I, and BIO 212 Anatomy & Physiology II (Goodwin College) or equivalent completed within the last five years. General Biology (BIO 120 (Goodwin College) with a laboratory component, completed within the last 10 years, is the prerequisite for BIO 211. (Note: Applicants meeting all other requirements can be admitted conditionally without completing BIO 212. However, this course must be successfully completed prior to starting the first nursing course).

7. Interview with the Director of Nursing.

Algebra, biology and chemistry courses taken at other accredited colleges must be equivalent to Goodwin College courses to meet these admission requirements. Courses must have been completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Admitted students must submit a medical examination report by a physician which describes the student’s physical and emotional health, two weeks prior to starting the program. All required immunizations, including the Hepatitis B vaccine series, must be completed before the start of the first Nursing course.

Students are required to become certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (Health Provider or Professional Rescuer), by the American Heart Association or the Red Cross before entering the Nursing program and must maintain certification throughout the nursing program. The cost related to obtaining and maintaining CPR certification is the responsibility of the student. Proof of certification must be submitted prior to the start of each spring semester.

Applicants will be notified of acceptance three (3) months prior to the start of the semester. Nursing applicants who have satisfied all of the admission criteria will be selected according to the point system as specified below:

Point System for Selection into the Nursing Program 

Nursing applicants who have satisfied all of the admission criteria will be selected according to the point system as specified below.

 Histotechnician Program

These admission requirements are in effect for students applying to the histotechnician program for the September 2006 cohort and later. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the program due to the limited number of places available.

Admission is based upon completion of histotechnician prerequisites and other requirements. All requirements must be completed or in progress at the time of application. If courses are in progress, acceptance will be conditional upon submission of an official transcript immediately upon completion.

Histotechnician Admission Requirements:

1. Complete the application for admission into Goodwin College. Applicants to the histotechnician program must first meet the requirements for admission and be accepted into Goodwin College.
2. Complete the Histotechnician Program Application. An official high school transcript or proof of GED and official college transcripts must accompany this application. A signed attestation that applicant possesses the ability to perform the tasks as stated in the Essential Functions of a Histotechnician must also be included.
3. Complete the required College Placement Evaluations. Applicants must qualify for ENG 099 Reading/Writing Connection or provide proof of completion of college-level ENG 099 equivalent or higher and for MATH 101, Algebra I in order to enter the histotechnician program.
4. Complete the following prerequisite courses:

a. Chemistry – High School chemistry or college equivalent.
b. Biology – High school biology or college equivalent.

5.Interview with the Program Director.

Biology and chemistry taken at Goodwin College must be completed with a “C-“or better.

Algebra, biology and chemistry courses taken in high school or at other accredited colleges must be equivalent to Goodwin College courses and completed with a “C” or better to meet these admission requirements. Satisfactory scores on the CLEP examinations are also acceptable in meeting these requirements

Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic Program

The specific admission requirements are outlined below. It is important to note that not all qualified candidates can be offered admission to the EMT/Paramedic program due to the limited number of places available.

EMT/Paramedic Admission Requirements:

1. Complete the application for admission into Goodwin College. Applicants to the paramedic program must first meet the requirements for admission and be accepted into Goodwin College.
2. Complete the EMT-Paramedic Program Application. Application must include the following:

a. Copy of high school transcript. Upon acceptance, student must submit an official transcript for their record.
b. Copy of college transcript(s). Upon acceptance, student must submit an official transcript for their record within first 16 weeks.
c. Proof of EMT-B Certification.
d. Proof of certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer, by the American Heart Association or the Red Cross. Applicants will be considered without CPR documentation, however students must complete CPR certification prior to starting program.

3. Hold a current EMT-B License. This license must be maintained throughout the program. 4. Complete the required College Placement Evaluations. Applicants must qualify for ENG 099 and MATH 099.
4. Complete the required College Placement Evaluations. Applicants must qualify for ENG 099 and MATH 099.
5. Interview with the Program Director. Interview will be judged on applicant’s academic experience, EMS experience, life experience, personal goals, and willingness to learn.

Respiratory Care Program

These admission requirements are in effect for students applying to the Respiratory Care program for the September 2006 cohort and later. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the program due to the limited number of places available. Admission is based upon completion of respiratory care prerequisites and other requirements. If courses are in progress, acceptance will be conditional upon submission of an official transcript immediately upon completion. All requirements must be completed before enrolling in RSP 112.

Respiratory Care Admission Requirements:

1. Complete the application for admission into Goodwin College. Applicants to the respiratory care program must first meet the requirements for admission and be accepted into Goodwin College.
2. Complete the Respiratory Care Program Application. This application must include an official high school transcript or General Equivalency Diploma and official college transcripts. A signed attestation that applicant possesses the ability to perform the tasks as stated in the Essential Functions of a Respiratory Therapist must also be included.
3. Earn a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the most recent course work (high school or college). College GPA is based on a minimum of 12 completed credits.
4. Complete the required College placement evaluations. Applicants must qualify for ENG 101, English Composition, and MATH 102, Intermediate Algebra. All remedial courses must be completed before entering the program.
5. Complete the following prerequisite courses:

a. Chemistry – CHEM 101(Goodwin College) or equivalent completed within the last 10 years.
b. Biology – BIO 211 Anatomy & Physiology I and BIO 212 Anatomy & Physiology II (Goodwin College) or equivalent, completed within five (5) years prior to entering program. General Biology with laboratory component, BIO 120 (Goodwin College) or equivalent, completed within 10 years, is the prerequisite for BIO 211. (NOTE: Applicants meeting all other requirements can be admitted conditionally without completing BIO 212 Anatomy & Physiology II. However, this must be successfully completed prior to starting the first respiratory course).

6. Interview with the Program Director.

Biology and chemistry taken at Goodwin College must be completed with a “C-“or better.

Biology and chemistry courses taken at other accredited colleges must be equivalent to Goodwin College courses to meet these admission requirements. Courses must have been completed with a “C” or higher. Satisfactory scores on the CLEP are also acceptable in meeting these requirements with the exception of Anatomy & Physiology I & II.

Admitted students must submit a medical examination report by a physician which describes the student’s physical and emotional health, two weeks prior to starting program. All required immunizations, including the Hepatitis B vaccine series, must be completed before the start of the first clinical rotation.