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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 See the program's webpage for the current enrollment procedures and criteria. 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 https://www.rn.ca.gov
Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, Georgia 30326, (404) 975-5000 or https://www.acenursing.org
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
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.
