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Chapman University  Founded 1861  One of the oldest Universities in the Western Region  Private, Non-Profit

Brandman University  Private, Non-Profit  Founded in 1958 (Chapman University College)  Regionally accredited by WSCUC (WASC Senior College and University Commission)  Recognized by U.S. News & World Report  12,000 students at 28 campuses and fully online  Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees Brandman University Mission, Vision and Purpose

. Mission – Dynamic education – Excellence and flexibility – Evolving careers . Vision – Recognized leader in adult learning . Purpose – Help students achieve their dreams Brandman University Statistics

Over 74% of Brandman Students GRADUATE that’s one of the highest graduation rates of any university of its kind

• We are a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) • 45% of our undergraduates receive Pell Grants • 44% from underrepresented groups • 24% of students are active military or veterans (27% with dependents) • 49.4% are first generation How much does it cost?

COST PER UNIT DEGREE (2016-2017 tuition rates. Subject to change)

Undergraduate – Bachelor’s Degree $500

Graduate – Master’s Degree $620

Doctoral – Ed.D. $985

Doctoral – DNP $1095

Contra Costa Community College students receive what is equivalent to approximately a 10% scholarship tuition break as a transfer student The Schools of Brandman University

52 Degree programs and numerous professional development and certifications Top Programs for Transfer Students

. School of Arts and Sciences – Criminal Justice – Psychology – Social Work

. School of Business and Professional Studies – Business – Organizational Leadership

. School of Education – Early Childhood Education – Liberal Studies – Liberal Studies with Embedded Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

. School of Nursing and Health Professions – RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Criminal Justice utilizes the subject matter expertise from criminal justice, social science, sociology, political science, and organizational leadership. Provides adult learners the tools to become valuable members of both public and private sector organizations: communication skills, analytical problem-solving skills, strong ethical principles, and both a practical and theoretical understanding of organizational dynamics.

Brandman University offers four dynamic concentrations: • General Criminal Justice concentration • Corrections concentration • Criminal Justice Leadership concentration • Homeland Security concentration Fast Facts About Getting Your Degree at Brandman University

2015-2016 Academic Year

Diana Cabori Senior Manager, Community & Corporate Relations 949-491-6855 [email protected] Social Work Degree Advantages

. Bachelors degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education . Professional degree allows graduates to do many entry level jobs . Major advantage in pursuing Masters Degree in Social Work . More job options than a BA in Mental Health Counseling . Monthly virtual webinars: https://socialworkseminar.eventbrite.com Social Work Program Details

. 48 Credit Degree • 33 credits in core courses • 9 credits in field Practicum • 6 credits in elective courses

. Practicum is a total of 400 hours

. All undergraduate degrees must complete a minimum of 120 total credits in order to graduate. How to Become a Teacher

Credential and Special Education Pathways Community College or Undergraduate Options BA, Liberal Studies Pathways

Integrated California Both Programs Multiple Subjects Teaching Multiple Subjects Teaching Emphasis Credential  Ideal for students with  Broad range of subjects  Ideal for students with less than 40 UG credits commonly taught in CA more than 40 UG credits  Graduates receive both a elementary schools  Graduates receive a bachelor’s degree and a  Examine education from a bachelor’s degree and are Multiple Subject Teaching variety of perspectives prepared for entry into Credential  Explore Child post-baccalaureate  Prepares students to: Development as it relates Multiple Subject Teaching • Teach all subjects in to teaching and learning Credential (do not receive a self-contained  Conduct applied research a credential upon classroom (K-12) projects graduation) • Teach English  Courses are aligned with  Traditional Brandman Language Learners subject matter undergraduate admission  Additional Brandman requirements for MS requirements admission requirements credential and the  Fieldwork experience Common Core Standards. Brandman Teaching Prep Pathways

BA, Liberal Studies • Integrated California Multiple COMMUNITY COLLEGE or Subjects Teaching Credential UNDERGRADAUTE  • Multiple Subjects Teaching Emphasis

Stand Alone Credentials: • Multiple Subject or Single Subject CAREER TRANSITION or • Early Childhood Special Ed ADVANCEMENT  • Mild/Moderate and/or Moderate/Severe

MA, Teaching with Credential(s): • Multiple Subject or Single Subject ADVANCEMENT • Mild/Moderate and/or Moderate/Severe MA, Special Education

Doctoral Degree Program Mission

The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership develops visionary leaders who are creative agents of change in transforming their diverse organizations through:

Collaboration

Innovation

Positive influence

Strategic thinking

Commitment to lifelong learning An Interdisciplinary Degree 57 credits (students are block registered) . 2016-2016 Tuition was $985 per credit for a total tuition cost of $56,145 * . Scholarships may be available! Complete course work in 2 years . 11 content . 10 research Cohort Meetings

Transformational change project . Start in year 1, implement in year 2 . Begin the conversation in your organization now Dissertation: Start planning your dissertation from first class School of Nursing and Health Professions

The Marybelle and S. Paul Musco School of Nursing & Health Professions (MSNaHP) To provide dynamic education that focuses on inquiry and innovative practice relevant to an ever changing healthcare system . RN to BSN

. BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – Adult- Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – Family Nurse Practitioner

. Post-Masters to DNP

. Post-Doctoral Certificates RN to BSN At-A-Glance

. Total Credit Hours for the Degree: 120 – 68-72 Associate Degree in Nursing credits – 16 Prerequisite – 36 Upper division nursing in a flexible on-line format

. Program completed in one or two years – 6 credit hours (2 courses) per term, for six 8-week terms – 3 credit hours (1 course) per term, for six 8-week terms

. Two entry points – Spring I (January) – Fall I (September) RN to BSN Program Delivery

. RN to BSN Immersion − One 4-day immersion at the beginning of the program − Immersion sessions are held at the Brandman University Irvine Campus − Connect with faculty and cohort face-to-face − Orientation to Brandman and digital platforms − Preview learning theory and practice

. Practicum Experience – Mentored leadership clinical practicum

. Self-directed Study – Online lectures, discussions, social networking, demonstrations, tutorials, readings, scholarly projects and papers BSN Admission Requirements

. Associate Degree in Nursing from a CCNE or NLNAC/ACEN accredited program with a cumulative GPA of 2.0

. Grade of “C” or better in all 5 prerequisite courses

. Unencumbered license in the state that you are practicing in (*or date for NCLEX scheduled before nursing classes start)

. Official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities attended

. Three (3) references and a self-evaluation

. Professional Goal Statement We’re here to help!

. We table on a regular basis at LMC and DVC

. We are happy to speak in classes – 5 to 10 minutes max to give a quick overview of the particular relevant program

. We are happy to do class presentations – i.e. Careers in Social Work, Teaching, Criminal Justice, The Differences in BBA vs BAOL, etc.

. Willing to chat about other creative opportunities

. Contact: – School of Education and School of Business • Jody Morgan at [email protected] – School of Arts & Science and School of Nursing • Kimberly at [email protected] Visit www.brandman.edu Questions Email me at [email protected]