College of Health Professions
This is an archived copy of the 2021-22 catalog. To access the most recent version of the catalog, please visit http://catalog.ndsu.edu.
The core mission of the College is to prepare students to become competent, caring, ethical professionals and citizens committed to lifelong learning.
The College of Health Professions (CHP) has been a center of excellence at North Dakota State University (NDSU) for more than 100 years. The College, a major academic unit of North Dakota State University, serves the state, region, and nation through its programs in pharmacy, nursing, medical lab science, respiratory care, radiologic science, health services, and public health. CHP provides education, research, patient care, public service, and is currently the largest health professions training program in North Dakota.
Through its mission, the NDSU College of CHP advances health care through research and scholarship and prepares students to become competent, caring, ethical, professionals and citizens, committed to lifelong learning. In addition, through its people and programs the College places an emphasis and value on people; quality; professionalism and ethics; knowledge, teaching, and learning; research and scholarship; patient-focused care; and interprofessional education.
Academic Units
The College, established in 1902, consists of four academic units involving six health professions disciplines: (1) the NDSU School of Pharmacy which has two departments including pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences which are the founding members of the College; (2) the School of Nursing joined the College in 1969 as an associate degree program, 1986 as a baccalaureate degree program, 2005 with a doctor of nursing practice, and 2014 NDSU Nursing at Sanford Health site in Bismarck; (3) the Department of Allied Sciences (Medical Laboratory Science, Respiratory Care, and Radiologic Sciences with three unique specializations including radiography, echocardiography, and diagnostic sonography) joined the College in 2006; and (4) the Department of Public Health which joined the College in 2012. The Bachelor of Science in Health Services is inter-professional in nature, and is coordinated through the Office of the Dean.
Degree Programs
The College of Health Professions offers undergraduate academic programs in Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Respiratory Care, and Radiologic Sciences. Admission requirements, curricula and degree titles differ for the programs.
The pharmacy curriculum consists of pre-pharmacy curriculum and then a four-year professional program leading to the Pharm.D. degree. Graduates are qualified to apply for licensure as pharmacists. In addition, Pharm.D./M.B.A., Pharm.D./MPH, and Pharm.D./Ph.D degree options of study are available. Graduate programs leading to Master of Public Health (MPH) and a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences also are available.
NDSU’s School of Nursing offers three tracks that lead to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree and one that leads to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). The pre-licensure BSN track, both at NDSU Fargo campus and NDSU Nursing at Sanford Health in Bismarck, is a four-year course of study. The LPN to BSN track is a two-year course of study designed for licensed practical nurses (LPN) to obtain a BSN degree. Upon successful completion of the pre-licensure BSN and LPN to BSN programs, graduates are eligible to take the national council licensing examination (NCLEX) to become a registered nurse (RN). The RN to BSN track is a part-time, five semester course of study designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) to obtain a BSN degree. A graduate program leading to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in the specialty area of Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is a full-time three-year course of study.
Plans of study leading to a four-year Bachelor of Science degree, major in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Respiratory Care (RC) or Radiologic Sciences (RS) include two to three years of academic course work on campus and a professional-level internship in an affiliated, hospital-based program. Required internships are 11-12 months in length for MLS, 15 months for RC, and two years for RS. Graduates are eligible to sit for national certifying examinations in their respective discipline.
The Bachelor of Sciences in Health Services is a flexible, inter-professional program designed to meet the educational needs of students who desire a career in health care not addressed by those described previously. Plans of study require both academic and a professional-level internship. However, the academic training and length of professional internship varies based on the career goals of the student.
Academic Preparation
All students must complete all required courses with a grade of 'C' or above and maintain a semester GPA of 2.00 or above for each semester in the College. A student who fails to meet this standard for two successive or three non-successive semesters may be suspended from enrollment in the College of Health Professions.
The faculty of the College reserves the right to terminate the enrollment of any student at any time if, in the opinion of the faculty, the student demonstrates that he or she is unsuited for a professional health career and its inherent responsibilities and obligations. Circumstances that may lead to student termination will include, but not be limited to, academic misconduct, violation of campus, state or federal statutes or regulations.
Admission
Selection committees will evaluate applicants for admission to the college professional programs and internships. NDSU coursework and transfer credits with grades of 'D' are not accepted for program requirements. Please contact the department for specific admission requirements.
Pharmacy
Additional high school preparation for the Pharmacy major is recommended. Prospective Pharmacy majors should present strong preparation in mathematics, physical/biological sciences, and in communication skills.
Admission to the program is competitive. Evaluations will be based on academic achievement, college records, state residency, Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) scores, and other pertinent information. In addition, students must comply with criminal background and student conduct requirements. A personal visit, which includes an interview and test are a part of the evaluation process. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in college course work is required for evaluation for admission, with completion of virtually all required prerequisite courses by the end of spring term prior to beginning the professional program. (All core pre-pharmacy course work, which is indicated by an asterisk, must be completed by the end of the fall term prior to application deadline.) Actual admission GPA is generally much higher than 3.00. Information on application for admission to the professional program can be found on the School of Pharmacy website.
Nursing
Nursing admission requirements vary by educational track. Admission is based on academic achievement along with other required application materials. Please visit the School of Nursing website for specific information including: deadlines, prerequisite requirements, and application materials.
Medical Laboratory Science
NDSU maintains affiliation agreements with seven hospital-based medical laboratory science programs that provide the required professional-level internship. Pre-MLS students who have completed all academic courses on campus by start of the internship and meet residency credit and GPA requirements may be eligible to apply for the internships. Admission into the internship is selective and based upon academic achievement, references, related experience, compliance with essential functions, and an interview. In addition, student applicants must also comply with criminal background and student conduct requirements. Internship application occurs annually in early fall. Application information is available from the Department of Allied Sciences. It is highly recommended that interested students meet with the MLS advisor for internship admission information at least one year prior to anticipated internship application.
Radiologic Sciences
Three specialized professional-level internships are available to NDSU RS majors: radiography, diagnostic medical sonography, and echocardiography. NDSU maintains affiliations with nine hospital-based radiologic technology programs that provide the internships in radiography. The echocardiography and diagnostic medical sonography internships are offered through an affiliation with Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, N.D. Pre-RS students who have completed the prerequisite courses on campus and meet residency credit and GPA requirements established by affiliated hospital programs may be eligible to apply for the two-year internship. Admission into the internship is competitive and based upon academic achievement, references, related experience, ability to meet program-designated technical standards, and an interview. In addition, students must comply with criminal background and student conduct requirements. Internship application occurs annually in the fall. Application information is available from the Department of Allied Sciences. It is highly recommended that interested students meet with their RS adviser for internship admission information at least one year prior to anticipated internship application.
Respiratory Care
The professional-level respiratory care internship is offered through an affiliation with Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, N.D. Pre-RC students eligible for internship application will have completed all prerequisite courses by the start of the internship with a grade of 'C' or better, met the residency credit requirement, and earned the minimum cumulative and "core" course GPA of 2.50. Application deadline is March 1. Admission into the internship is selective and based upon successful completion of all internship prerequisites, GPA, references, interview, related experience, and ability to meet program-designated technical standards. In addition, students must comply with criminal background and student conduct requirements. Applications for the internship are available from the Department of Allied Sciences. It is highly recommended that interested students meet with the RC advisor for internship admissions information at least one year prior to anticipated internship application.
Health Services
The Bachelor of Science in Health Services does not have specific admissions criteria. However, students must meet the academic, professional, and admissions requirements for any clinical site at which they complete their professional internships. Please visit the Bachelor of Sciences in Health Services catalog page for more specific information.
Faculty
- Backes, Alyssa, Lecturer, Nursing, BSN, Medcenter One College of Nursing
- Barnacle, Mykell, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, North Dakota State University
- Benning, Kerri, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, FNP-C
- Berger, Sara, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN, University of Mary
- Biberdorf, Robert, Emeritus Professor, Pharmacy Practice, MS, North Dakota State University
- Brass, Doreen, Lecturer - Simulation Educator, Nursing, MSN, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
- Brooks, Amanda, Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, University of Wyoming
- Brynjulson, Rebecca, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Buettner-Schmidt, Kelly, Associate Professor, Nursing, PhD, University of New Mexico
- Carson, Paul, Professor of Practice, Public Health, MD, University of North Dakota
- Cernusca, Dan, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Danielson, Ramona, Research Associate Professor, Public Health, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Dewey, Mark, Associate Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Drummond, Amy, Lecturer, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Eliason, Anne, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN, University of Mary
- Erickson, Stephanie, Lecturer, Nursing, MS, Rasmussen College
- Eukel, Heidi, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Falk, Kara, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MS, University of North Dakota
- Frenzel, Jeanne, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Friesner, Daniel, Professor, Pharmacy Practice; Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Faculty Development, PhD, Washington State University
- Gores, Gail, Simulation Educator, Nursing, MSN, University of Mary
- Grandbois, Donna M., Associate Professor, Nursing and Public Health, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Gross, Carla J., Associate Professor of Practice; Associate Dean of Nursing, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Gross, Dean, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNSc, Rush University
- Guo, Ang, Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, Shanghai Institute of Health Sciences
- Guthmiller, Martha, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN
- Hall, Susan, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing
- Harriger, Shannon, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, Winona State University
- Harrington, Agnes E., Emeritus Professor, Pharmacy, MSEd., North Dakota State University
- Haug, Karla, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MS, North Dakota State University
- Heuer, Loretta, Professor, Nursing, PhD, University of North Dakota
- Hohman, Adam, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, North Dakota State University
- Hursman, Allison, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Huseth-Zosel, Andrea, Assistant Professor, Public Health, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Jansen, Rick, Assistant Professor, Public Health, PhD, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
- Jarajapu, Yagna PR, Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK
- Johnson, Jill, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of Phoenix
- Keller, Hollie, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing,
- Kelsch, Michael, Associate Professor of Practice, Department Vice Chair, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Kenzie, Daniel, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PhD, Purdue University
- Ketterling, Julie, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing
- Kiser-Larson, Norma, Professor Emeritus, Nursing, PhD
- Kopp, Wendy, Director of Nursing - Bismarck, Associate Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of Mary
- Kunkel, Charys, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of Mary
- Larson, Mary, Assistant Professor, Public Health, PhD, University of North Dakota
- Layek, Buddhadev, Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Leclerc, Estelle, Associate Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, University of Paris XI, France
- Lundeen, Tina, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, North Dakota State University
- Maack, Brody, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- MacAdams, Angela, Director, Allied Sciences, MEd, North Dakota State University
- Mackowick, Margaret S., Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MS, University of North Dakota
- Mallik, Sanku, Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, Case Western Reserve University
- Marvanova, Marketa, Associate Professor, Chair, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, Charles University, Prague
- Mathew, Sijo, Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD
- McDaniel, Becky, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of Mary
- Meyer, Stefanie, Assistant Professor of Practice, Public Health, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Miller, Donald R., Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, University of Michigan
- Mooney, Mary Margaret, Emeritus Professor, Nursing, D.N.Sc., Catholic University of America
- Muzzy Williamson, Julia, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Science
- Nadeau, Melanie, Assistant Professor of Practice, Public Health, MPH, University of Minnesota
- Naughton, Cynthia, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice; Senior Associate Dean, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Nelson, Sharon, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, PhD, University of North Dakota
- Obritsch, Christie, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of Mary
- O'Rourke, Stephen T., Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, University of Wisconsin
- Patterson, Betty, Emeritus Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PhD, University of Iowa
- Peltier, Allison, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, North Dakota State University
- Peterson, Charles D., Professor, Pharmacy Practice; Dean, College of Health Professions, PharmD, University of Minnesota
- Petry, Natasha, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Richter, Lisa, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Riggins, Janet, Lecturer, Nursing, MSN, Arizona State University
- Rose, Wanda, Associate Professor of Practice, Nursing, PhD, University of North Dakota
- Saarinen, Heidi, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP, North Dakota State University
- Sadowsky, Allison, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of Mary
- Sandhurst, Holly, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, EdD, College of St. Mary, Omaha, NE
- Schaeffer Fraase, Kolby, Lecturer, Nursing, MS, North Dakota State University
- Schnell, R. Craig, Professor Emeritus, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, Purdue University
- Scott, David, Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PhD, University of Minnesota
- Secor-Turner, Molly, Associate Professor, Nursing, PhD, University of Minnesota
- Singh, Jagdish, Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences; Department Chair, PhD, Banaras Hindu University, India
- Skoy, Elizabeth, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Slevin, Amber, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Smith, Mary, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN, University of Mary
- Steffen, Kristine, Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, North Dakota State University
- Strand, Mark, Professor, Pharmacy Practice, PhD, University of Colorado at Denver
- Strom, Patricia, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MEd, North Dakota State University
- Sun, Chengwen, Associate Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, Norman Bethune University of Medical Sciences, China
- Swanson, Kathleen, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, DNP
- Thompson, Sara, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, Belmont University College of Pharmacy, Nashville, TN
- Thompson, Shila, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, PhD, South Dakota State University
- Turrubiates, Nancy, Lecturer, Clinical Coordinator, Nursing, MSN, Walden University
- Undem, Teri, Lecturer, Pharmacy Practice, B.S., University of Kansas
- Unterseher, Lindsey, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN., University of North Dakota
- Venkatachalem, Sathish, Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, University of Madras, India
- Vetter, Abigail, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN
- Vetter, Stefan, Research Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences, PhD, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland
- Viets, Joni, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Werremeyer, Amy, Associate Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, Pharm. D., North Dakota State University
- Wescott, Siobhan, Assistant Professor of Practice, Public Health, M.D., Harvard Medical School
- Wilhelm, Ross, Assistant Professor of Practice, Pharmacy Practice, PharmD, North Dakota State University
- Wynn, Cheryl, Assistant Professor of Practice, Nursing, MSN, University of North Dakota