HCC/USF Concurrent Student Onboarding Packet Spring 2021 Cohort

View the HCC/USF Concurrent program plan. It is a requirement that you follow the plan in its entirety. 

If you have questions regarding upcoming USF coursework, please reach out to your USF Advisor

Last names A-L – Justine Nandkishorelal (justinen@usf.edu)

Last names M-Z – Maikelyn Lopez (mlopez21@usf.edu)

Please note that HCC Advisors will have more detailed information regarding HCC coursework (Ashley Cooper, acooper20@hccfl.edu, and Melissa Leon, mleon15@hccfl.edu)

The USF Health Immunization Form is required ONLY if you plan on taking on-campus courses. If you intend on completing any general education courses, Foreign Language, or State Mandated Nursing requirements on-campus, then you will be prompted to submit the form.

If you do not submit the form, an immunization hold will always appear on your account. The hold should never prevent registration into online courses. If you start as an online student and later need to take on-campus courses, you will be prompted to submit the form. 

If you plan to take on-campus classes, the form must be completed by a licensed ARNP or physician. Office stamps and/or additional attached documentation will not be accepted in lieu of a provider’s signature and license number. Immunization records, along with your signed USF Medical History Form, can be scanned and submitted electronically on the Student Health Services website: https://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/student-health-services/immunizations/index.aspx

You will receive an invite to Canvas named "HCC/Concurrent -Spring 2021 Cohort). This course will serve as a resource where important dates, reminders, and information are posted. Please visit the Announcements section for the most up to date information. 

Register for courses using OASIS beginning April 26th at 8am.  You will receive a separate e-mail with instructions closer to this date.

You will be adding:

NUR 3805

• Non-Degree Registration can be found here . 
• There will be a $100 late fee for students who register after May 14, 2021. For more information please click here for the fee information.

All new USF students are required to obtain a USF Photo ID. As a distance learning student, you will still need the USF Card for on-campus printing, to access the bookstore, taking the Bull Runner, etc.. You can obtain your card on-campus or online. The cost is $10.00.

• To order your card online, follow these instructions: https://www.usf.edu/it/class-prep/usf-card.aspx

• Students are required to complete the HIPAA certification before May 17, 2021.

• You can order/complete the online HIPAA training through Castle Branch at https://portal.castlebranch.com/ud98

  Please select UF17hipaa: HIPAA eLearning Tracker

  Please ensure to print your certificate at the end of the training to upload in Castle Branch.

NOTE: Please disable any pop-up blockers before attempting the modules. In addition, make sure to follow all on-screen instructions when exiting the modules. Incorrectly exiting the modules may result in not receiving full completion credit for your attempt. If you need help at any time, give USF HEALTH IS a call at 813-974-6288.

After you have completed HIPAA training, be sure to print a copy of your certificate (USF health Required Training Completion Certificate) for your own records. The copy will be added to your account once you transition to USF as a degree seeking student.

Textbooks for online classes may be purchased through the USF Bookstore may be placed three ways:

• Visit the USF Bookstore in-person
• Call (813) 974-4984 to place your order
• Go to the website - https://www.bkstr.com/usftampastore/shop/textbooks-and-course-materials
  
  

• Instructions on how to identify your course textbooks for the College of Nursing:
  • Go to the website - https://www.bkstr.com/usftampastore/shop/textbooks-and-course-materials
  • Option 1: You may find the books you need with your 8-digit Student ID #
  • Option 2:  Click on "Enter Courses", select "USF Tampa" as your program and the term from the drop-down menu. Then, select NUR for department, course number and section number to view and and add your selection to the cart. 
    • If you do not know certain details of your course (number or section) use your registration info from OASIS
  • *If no textbooks are listed, it may mean that your instructor has not yet added them. Contact your instructor for more information.

The RN-BSN program courses are 100% online (not including the experiential learning hours) and require daily access to the online classroom (Canvas) and email.

All USF student have access to Microsoft Office 365. You can learn more about the access and how to download here: https://www.usf.edu/it/documentation/office365/index.aspx

Students in the RN-BSN program are expected to posses a scholarly level of writing. Please review the following documents to help prepare for and better understand program requirements:

• Computer Requirements
• Writing Expectations
• Tips for Academic Success
• Information for New Students

• The following link will help you navigate and better understand CANVAS, USF’s online portal for classes. Click here for the tutorials and other helpful IT Information.

Your courses have a mandatory first day check in online. If you do not log in to your courses and complete any required assignments by the deadline, you will be dropped from your course(s).

• Tuition is due at the end of the first week of classes (May 21, 2021)
• Please note that VISA is not accepted by the Cashier’s Office

• You have until Friday (May 21, 2021) at 5pm of the first week of the semester to make modifications to your schedule (add/drop) with no academic or financial penalty, however, please remember that if you no not take NUR 3805 in summer 2021 you will not be in the HCC/USF Concurrent Program any longer.

If you have questions or experience any difficulties during the registration process, please communicate with your advisor(s) as soon as possible.

• Check USF email DAILY (it can be linked to your phone if you want)

• Advising Appointments: Phone and in-person appointments can be made through USF's online appointment scheduler - Archivum