Nursing-Associate in Applied Science
The nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The nursing program prepares students to become registered nurses (RNs), to provide safe, quality care in hospitals and ambulatory care settings. The program provides a variety of learning experiences, including classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences. The nursing program implements a ladder approach, consisting of Level 1 (first year) and Level 2 (second year). Students are eligible to take the Nursing Assistant Certification Exam after successful completion of
NURS 192. Students are eligible to take the PN-NCLEX after successful completion of Level 1. Upon completion of both levels, graduates are eligible to take the licensure exam for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN). This is a full-time program.
This program is a highly selective program and acceptance is dependent upon a minimum GPA of 2.5 and an admission criteria point system. Students will need to complete the required general education before applying.
MATH 115 may be taken during the summer semester between Level I and Level II. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the program.
Transfer credit for non-nursing courses and placement exam credit will be evaluated on an individual basis. Transfer courses must be completed with a "C" or higher to qualify for credit towards the Associate Degree in Nursing. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Level II Applicants with an active, unencumbered LPN license may apply to enter Level 2 as a full-time student on a space available basis.
Students must have an American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Providers CPR certification before coursework begins.
Other admission requirements: Level 1 - ATI TEAS - Proficient level or above. Level 2 - HESI. LPN - ADN Assessment. Students must meet all pre-application admission criteria. All prerequisite course work must be completed prior to sub- mission of the application.
Required Courses
Prerequisite Courses
In addition to these prerequisites, it is recommended that students also complete BIOL 102 Principles of Biology; BOFF 140 Medical Terminology; HITT 115 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology; HLTH 102 First Aid/CPR; and HLTH 130 Nutrition.
Level One First Semester
| NURS 192 | Concepts of Nursing | 12 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Level One Second Semester
| NURS 194 | Adult Nursing | 8 |
| NURS 195 | Maternal-Child Health Nursing | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Summer between Level 1 and Level 2
| MATH 115 | Survey of Statistics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Level Two First Semester
Level Two Second Semester
Total Credit Hours: 69