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Practical Nursing

Program Overview

The Practical Nursing diploma prepares students for employment as beginning level-staff nurses under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Accreditation: The Practical Nursing program is in candidacy for ACEN accreditation.

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Nursing (ADN), AAS

The Associate Degree in Applied Sciences-Nursing (ADN) curriculum prepares individuals to assume responsibilities as direct health care providers in a variety of health care settings. The program is designed to help students integrate nursing principles and theories with the sciences to utilize the nursing process in the practice of holistic nursing. The focus of nursing is on health promotion, maintenance, curative, restorative, supportive, and terminal care to individuals and groups of all ages while taking into consideration the factors that influence them in the total environment. Accreditation The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (see below for more information). 2024 NCLEX pass rate: 98.08 %
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Nursing - Bridge Program (Pathway)

This course is designed to facilitate the transition of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) into the role of the Registered Nurse (ADN). It introduces students to the professional expectations, expanded scope of practice, critical thinking, leadership, and the theoretical frameworks underpinning the role of the ADN-prepared nurse. Emphasis is placed on role differentiation, evidence-based practice, communication, patient-centered care, and professional accountability.

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Accreditation

The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326; Phone (404) 975-5000; www.acenursing.org.