This program prepares graduates to be providers of quality patient
care and coordinators of professional nursing duties provided by
other healthcare workers.
Program Objectives
The program's main objective is to equip our students with
the most current knowledge and skills needed to meet the prevention,
health maintenance, health promotion and restorative needs of the
client. Students are taught the art and science of nursing with a
focus on the application of theory to clinical practice.
Your Key to Success
In as little as 18 months a student can earn an Associate of Applied
Science Degree in Nursing.
This qualifies the student to take the NCLEX-RN exam through the
State Board of Nursing. A student who passes the exam is then licensed
to practice as a registered nurse.
Career Opportunities
Registered nurses are in demand across multiple settings including:
Hospitals
Intermediate- and Long-Term Care and Rehabilitation
Public Health
Primary Care Clinics
Home Healthcare
Outpatient Care Centers
HMO/Insurance/Managed Care
Facilities
Schools
Mental Health Agencies
Hospices
Military and Industry
Nursing Education
Research
Private Practice
Gainful Employment Disclosure Information
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