The Advanced Placement Program is designed to provide an opportunity for current licensed practical nurses to complete the Associate Degree Nursing Program.

Coursework includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.

Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEXRN). Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities. Upon completion of this degree, a Bachelor’s degree can be earned through partnership agreements with select colleges/universities. See Transfer options for Associate in Applied Science degrees (p.166) for more information. Please see special admissions requirements beginning on page (p.50) of this catalog.

NOTE: Advanced Placement students enter in the Spring Semester, and BIO 168 and ENG 111 must be taken prior to admission in the spring.

OTHER EXPENSES: Students in the Nursing program will be required to buy uniforms and shoes. Additionally, students should be prepared to pay for costs associated with achievement tests, photocopying, transportation to clinical sites, and additional graduation expenses are required. Total additional costs for the program are estimated at $3,000.