Program Outcomes

Associate in Science

Associate in Science

Description

The Nursing Program at Saddleback College offers a curriculum that qualifies the graduate to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program provides graduates with the education necessary to become competent entry level registered nurses, to obtain employment in a variety of settings, and to provide quality patient centered care. ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES In order to apply, a student must complete BIO 11* (Anatomy), BIO 12* (Physiology). BIO 15* (Microbiology), and ENG 1A* (Principles of Composition 1) or their equivalents with a grade of "C" or better. BIO 12* (Physiology) must have been completed within the past seven years. Every required prerequisite and core class must be completed with a "C" or better. Students qualified for application will be ranked according to their total points achieved on all of the admission criteria. Those with the highest scores will be admitted. The admission criteria includes: previous academic degrees, work experience/certificates, GPA in the science prerequisites, completion of relevant course work towards the ADN degree, life experience, proficiency/course work in a second language, ATI-TEAS testing scores. Applications will be taken each semester for approximately a two week period at the beginning of February (for fall admission) and the beginning of September (for spring admission). Procedures for applying to the Nursing program and applications packets are available in the Health Sciences and Human Services division office and on the Nursing program website. Prospective nursing students are encouraged to attend an RN Information Session. The Nursing Program at Saddleback College is an impacted program, therefore students who hold F-1 (student visas) will not be considered for admission to the Nursing Program. The program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). California Board of Registered Nursing, P. O. Box 944210, Sacramento, CA 94244, 916-322-3350 or http://www.rn.ca.gov. Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, 404-975-5000 or http://www.acenursing.org. Registered Nurse Associate of Science Degree The Nursing Program offers evidence based theory and clinical nursing courses that build upon a foundation of biological, psychological, and social sciences, as well as communication skills, and critical thinking, to prepare competent entry level professional registered nurses. The ADN Program focuses on a strong medical surgical foundation, and the application of nursing process across the lifespan in a variety of healthcare settings to deliver high quality health care. Leadership skills and lifelong learning are emphasized as the nurse takes on the role of the professional RN.

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Certificate of Achievement

Certificate of Achievement

Description

The Nursing Program at Saddleback College offers a curriculum that qualifies the graduate to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program provides graduates with the education necessary to become competent entry level registered nurses, to obtain employment in a variety of settings, and to provide quality patient centered care.

Potential Careers in this Field

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