An Associate of Applied Science Degree in Allied Health Sciences is available with additional courses. New students are admitted to the Practical Nursing (LPN) program in Fall and Spring quarters. In order to begin the program, please following the admission procedures outlined on the Program Admission page.
Prerequisites
- AHI100 — Introduction to Medical Vocabulary (strongly recommended)
- BIOL&241 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
- BIOL&242 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
- ENGL&101 — English Composition I
- Math requirement: Compass placement into MATH 098 or higher within two (2) years of application date or transcript showing successful completion of MATH 098 Intermediate Algebra or MATH 100 Math for Health Careers within five (5) years of application date.
- MATH100 — Math for Health Careers (strongly recommended)
- NUR099 — Intro to Critical Thinking
- PSYC&200 — Lifespan Psychology
BIOL&241, BIOL&242 and Math requirement must be taken within 5 years of application date. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum 2.0 grade and an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 47 | |
| NUR115 | Intro to Patient Care | 1 |
| NUR116 | Nursing Fundamentals | 6 |
| NUR117 | Nursing Fundamentals Lab | 2 |
| NUR118 | Clinical Nursing Skills I | 2 |
| NUR119 | Clinical Nursing Skills II | 1 |
| NUR126 | Legal Aspects | 1 |
| NUR127 | Medical/Surgical Nursing - Child/Adult I | 6 |
| NUR128 | Medical/Surgical Nursing - Child/Adult II | 6 |
| NUR130 | Critical Thinking in Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NUR131 | Clinical Nursing Practice I | 3.5 |
| NUR133 | Family Nursing Theory | 3 |
| NUR134 | Family Nursing Clinical | 1.5 |
| NUR139 | Senior Experience | 1 |
| NUR141 | Clinical Nursing Practice II | 3.5 |
| NUR151 | Basic Pharmacology I and Pharmacy Calculations | 2.5 |
| NUR152 | Basic Pharmacology II | 2.5 |
| NUR153 | Medication Administration | 0.5 |
| NUR154 | Intravenous Therapy Skills | 1 |
Total credits for certificate: 47
Suggested Sequence
- 1st Quarter: NUR115, NUR116, NUR117, NUR130
- 2nd Quarter: NUR118, NUR127, NUR131, NUR151
- 3rd Quarter: NUR119, NUR128, NUR141, NUR152, NUR153
- 4th Quarter: NUR126, NUR133, NUR134, NUR139, NUR154
This program of study is outlined by quarter, and courses should be taken in the indicated sequence. However, it should not be concluded that students will always proceed through their program of study exactly as prescribed here. The number of quarters listed here is minimum. Individual student experience, educational and training background, and personal schedules and demands all may affect the time it takes to finish this program. Also, in general, summer quarter is not considered one of the full-time quarters in the program.
Note: advanced placement testing, work experience, and transfer of credits may result in course waivers, credit transfer, and advanced placement.
Safety and industrial hygiene are included throughout the curriculum through lectures and actual demonstrations of safe laboratory techniques.
Throughout this program of study the importance of a responsible and professional work ethic is stressed. Factors leading to such a work ethic are identified and discussed. Instruction is also provided in effective leadership and how it enhances the work environment. Input from this program's industrial advisory committee is essential to curriculum content pertaining to the work ethic and leadership as well as the technically oriented curriculum.
Effective Fall 2008
Certificate of Achievement in Practical Nursing
326B / 51.1613
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