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Welcome to the Nursing Program

Congratulations on your decision to attend the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at MCPHS!

We’re excited that you’ll be joining us soon. There are some important steps to prepare for your time at MCPHS, detailed below. We will continue to post specific information on this page, so be sure to check back often.

White coats and name tags will be ordered for each student by the department. White coat sizes should be based on blazers or jackets that you wear over other clothing.

Spring 2021 entering students should complete the white coat order form no later than November 15, 2020. For questions, you may contact Diane Hamilton at Diane.Hamilton@mcphs.edu.

The white coat order form for students entering in Fall 2021 will be available in Summer 2021

Students are required to purchase official MCPHS scrubs from Trippi's Uniforms for use during the nursing program. These scrubs will include the MCPHS logo and your first name and last initial. These will be worn for all labs and clinical experiences and will identify you as an MCPHS student. We recommend that each student purchase two sets of scrubs (tops and bottoms) and one warm-up jacket.

Order your scrubs from Trippi’s by the following dates based on your start term to ensure your scrubs are delivered in time for your first lab day.

  • Fall: July 31
  • Spring: November 30

Please go to the Trippi’s store or call them directly to order your scrubs.

Trippi's Uniforms
268 Boston Turnpike
East Shrewsbury, MA
01545
508.755.4721

NOTE: The MCPHS School of Nursing is not affiliated with Trippi's Uniforms.

Stethoscope

A stethoscope with a diaphragm and bell is required. Stethoscopes may be purchased from Trippi’s or another vendor.

Penlight

Penlights can be purchased from any vendor.

Wristwatch with second hand

You will need a wristwatch with a sweeping second hand (not digital) for use in lab and clinical experiences. This may be purchased from Trippi’s or from another vendor.

Manual Blood Pressure Cuff

An average adult/large size cuff is needed. Please make sure the cuff is latex-free, nylon or other material that can be cleaned, not cloth. This can be purchased from Trippi’s or from another vendor.

The Accelerated Postbaccalaureate Nursing program uses ExamSoft (electronic testing software) in all first-year courses. All students are required to bring a laptop or iPad meeting the minimum specifications below in order for you to be able to sit for exams.

Each student will be required to purchase a Privacy Screen or Privacy Filter that fits on their PC, MAC or tablet. Minimum technology requirements are listed below.

PC Requirements

Mac Requirements

iPad Requirements

The MCPHS University bookstore on the Boston campus is able to sell and rent textbooks to students. Shipping is free to students ordering course material.

The Spring 2021 book list will be available in late fall 2020. The Fall 2021 book list will be available in summer 2021.