| Associate in Applied Science Degree
Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing program prepared graduates to provide and manage client care and to become members within the discipline of Nursing. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum is organized around a clearly defined conceptual framework which combines general education and nursing education. The nursing education courses correlate classroom and clinical instruction in a variety of community agencies. Acceptance into the Associate Degree Nursing program is based on a selective admissions process. In order to be considered for admission, applicants must comply with college and program admission requirements prior to March 1 for the summer session (July 1 for the fall semester, if applicable). Placement of course content/skills in the 200 level nursing. Courses may vary from college to college. Progression in Associate Degree Nursing program is contingent upon achievement of a grade of "C" or above in each biological science, nursing and mathematics course and maintenance of a 2.0 cumulative grade point average or above (on a 4.0 scale). Credit may be awarded to Licensed Practical Nurses who meet specific program requirements. |