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Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – BIO262) The characteristics of microorganisms and their relation to health and disease are studied.

Course offered residentially. This course will present the interrelationship of structures and functions of the human body including the study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, endocrine, and nervous systems. The study of basic chemistry, cell structure, cell physiology, metabolism, and tissues will be included.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – BIO261) This course will expand on the anatomy and function of the body systems. An exploration of how hormones, genetics, stress, acid base balance, fluids and electrolytes affect each body system will be studied.

Course offered through distance education. (Prereq. – BIO261) Students will analyze the classes of medically approved drugs, their actions, indications, side effects, and interactions. A letter grade of “C” is required for successful completion of this course.

Course offered through distance education. (Prereq. – HSC100) Students will analyze the classes of medically approved drugs, their actions, indications, side effects, and interactions. A letter grade of “C” is required for successful completion of this course.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – HSC200) Introduction to nursing and the nursing process are studied and integrated to reflect the hierarchy of basic human needs. Gordon’s functional health patterns throughout the life span are introduced. Areas of study include foundation knowledge, development theory, nursing process, therapeutic nursing interventions, concepts, skills and physical assessment including an emphasis on the communication process as it relates to health assessment, promotion, and therapeutic nursing interventions to promote and maintain optimum health. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are applied in the delivery of care. Pharmacological concepts are introduced as they relate to healthy individuals across the life cycle.

Course offered through distance education. (Prereq: BIO262/LAB262) This course is designed to provide a detailed outline of nutrition and diet therapy. The course will use a wellness approach based on health promotion and primary prevention, the basics of nutrition, and nutritional needs across the lifespan. The course will also offer the most current guidelines and evidence-based information on key nutritional topics throughout the lifespan.
The course will provide information concerning the role of inflammation in common diseases and medical nutrition therapy for a variety of systems disorders and conditions. Computerized case studies, assignments, and simulations will be utilized to build student competency toward successfully passing the nutritional content on the NCLEX-RN examination.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – NUR102 and NUR103) The course will provide an introduction of medical/surgical nursing concepts with a focus on the application of the nursing process as it relates to health promotion and care of adult clients experiencing difficulty with the ability to meet selected basic human needs. Areas of emphasis include the nurse as provider and manager of care, therapeutic nursing interventions, as well as health promotion with integration of Gordon’s 11 functional health patterns. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are applied in the delivery of care. Pharmacological concepts are discussed as they relate to chronic and acute illness.

Course offered through a hybrid format. (Prereq. – NUR201) The course will provide an expansion on previous medical/surgical nursing concepts with a more in-depth focus on the application of the nursing process as it relates to health promotion and care of adult clients experiencing difficulty with the ability to meet selected basic human needs. Areas of emphasis include the nurse as provider and manager of care, therapeutic nursing interventions, as well as health promotion. Classroom theory and clinical practice integrate all eleven of Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are applied to increase the student’s autonomy in the delivery of patient care. Pharmacological concepts are discussed as they relate to chronic and acute illness.

Course offered through a hybrid format. (Prereq. – NUR102, NUR103, NUR201, NUR202) Areas of study include the application of the nursing process, developmental theory, and therapeutic interventions to promote optimal health of newborns and women while incorporating the entire childbearing family. Specific emphasis is placed on health promotion and application of Gordon’s functional framework to the care of the family. The focus is on the nursing care of persons who have actual/potential health problems related to health patterns of: Nutritional/Metabolic, Elimination, Sexuality/Reproduction, Coping/Stress, Activity and Exercise. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are applied in the delivery of care. Pharmacological concepts are discussed as they relate to Maternal /Newborn areas.

Course offered through a hybrid format. (Prereq. – NUR102, NUR103, NUR201, NUR202) Areas of study for this course include the application of the nursing process, developmental theory, and therapeutic interventions to promote optimal health of children, beginning at birth and their families. This course focuses on the theory and clinical application of concepts related to the nursing care of children and their families by emphasizing the holistic care of the child that include the developmental, physiological, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual care of the child within the family unit. Health care concepts discussed in this course will include family dynamic development and functional abilities related to care of the child. Professional nursing concepts including clinical judgement, pharmacological concepts, communication, ethical‐legal, evidenced‐based practice, health promotion, informatics, patient education, professionalism, safety, and collaboration will also be presented.

Course offered through a hybrid format. (Prereq. – NUR102, NUR103, NUR201, NUR202, NUR208, NUR209) This course will cover complex mechanisms of human disease processes. This course will include application of the nursing process as it relates to the client in a variety of settings. This pathophysiology course will emphasize mechanisms of diseases, including cell injury, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, acid‐base imbalances, and genetic defects that cause aberrations resulting inflammation and dysfunction of the immune, endocrine and cardiovascular systems. Classroom theory and clinical practice integrate all 11 of Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns.

Course offered through a hybrid format. (Prereq. – NUR102, NUR103, NUR201, NUR202, NUR208, NUR209) This course will cover mental health and care of the adult client experiencing difficulties meeting selected basic human needs. The emphasis is on empowering the nurse to provide therapeutic interventions to promote optimal mental health by utilizing Gordon’s functional health patterns (i.e. Roles/Relationships, Values and Beliefs, Cognitive/Perceptual, Coping/Stress, Activity/Exercise, Sleep/Rest and Nutrition). The nursing process and critical thinking skills will be applied in the delivery of care. Pharmacological concepts will be discussed as they relate to psychiatric conditions.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – To be taken within the last two terms of the program.) This course is designed to assist the nursing student in transitioning from the role of student nurse to professional nurse. The course covers material to help students delegate and prioritize nursing care. Professional considerations in leadership, working within an organization, dealing with professional issues such as stress in the workplace, and the code of ethics for nurses are topics covered in this course.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – NUR205, Co-Req. – NUR226) Integrates previous knowledge and utilizes basic human needs, developmental theory, the nursing process, therapeutic nursing interventions, and critical thinking skills to provide the delivery of care for clients in selected populations. This course includes a 120-hour practicum. With increasing autonomy, students assume the role of the Associate’s Degree nurse by providing direct bedside care under the supervision of an assigned preceptor. (See if there is an existing clinical site in your local area.)

(Prereq. – MAT090 if applicable) The core of the course involves the basis for proper calculation for medication dosages. Topics include dosage calculation, how to properly interpret medication labels and identification of equipment used for dosage measurement. A letter grade of “C” is required for successful completion of this course.

Introduction to law and ethics pertinent to medical careers. Topics include legal issues that are important to health care professionals, including the foundations of law and ethics as well as professional, social, and interpersonal health care issues.

(Prereq. – ENG090 if applicable) Students taking this course will study and discuss rhetoric, style, and composition, with special emphasis on written communication skills.

Students taking this course will develop the ability to express themselves effectively in public and private settings.

This course introduces students to the process of critical thinking and offers knowledge and experience that can be applied to academic, professional, and personal growth. Students will learn to examine and evaluate the information they are exposed to, confidently select appropriate evidence from conflicting data, and craft that evidence into viable answers, arguments or solutions.

(Prereq. – MAT090 if applicable) Students taking this course will examine the fundamental principles of mathematical theory and grow to understand the logic and inter-relationship of various mathematical functions.

(Prereq. – MAT090 if applicable) Students will learn algebraic problem solving, radicals, quadratic equations, polynomials, inequalities, and applied problem solving.

(Prereq. MAT090, if applicable) This course introduces algebra topics and basic elements of exploratory data analysis. This course will cover constructing, evaluating and analyzing mathematical models, specifically linear and exponential functions, to represent relationships in quantitative data.

Students taking this course will study ethical thought and ideals, with emphasis on the central assumptions of personal and social morality. Students will also investigate ethics and related problems in industry, civil society, and the typical American community.

The need for cultural awareness doesn’t just apply to one’s relationship with others; conflicting cultural perspectives often exist within the individual. Students will learn to appreciate their own heritage and understand how their heritage influences their perspectives while gaining an appreciation for the cultural heritage of those around them. Students will be challenged to think and discuss their beliefs and opinions in light of cultural influence and understand how those values affect their work ethic and working relationships. Course content will incorporate experiences similar to those that will occur in the vocation’s students have chosen to study.

This course provides the student with the means and opportunity to engage their government as a concerned individual. Global political systems and principal theories will be examined and compared to events and decisions affecting each student at the local level. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to become participants in their local government and to recognize and understand the various challenges that influence local decisions. The information and skills students learn in this course may be applied to many professional fields.

This course provides students with an overview of the fundamental principles and methods of psychology. Topics for discussion include biological basis of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, learning, motivation, developmental changes, personality, social behavior, and behavioral disorders.

This course is designed to study human growth and development across the life span with emphasis upon normal growth and milestones achieved in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional systems. Professional consideration is given to understanding changes that occur at different stages of development, and how care and interaction with individuals needs to be appropriate for their stage of development.

This course is a combination of applied sociology, communications and interpersonal relations designed to acquaint the student with the tools for self-examination and understanding of business and social relationships.

Introduction to Biology is a general biology class for non-biology majors in which the following basic principles are explored: Characteristics of Life, Basic Biochemistry, Cell Structure and Function, Cell Metabolism and Reproduction, Genetics and Heredity, and Scientific Method. This class is intended for students who have never studied biology or who need to review basic biology.

A study of the anatomy, physiology and medical terminology of the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, hematological, digestive, and reproductive systems. This course covers human development, birth and genetics.

(Prereq.-BIO201) Students taking this course will study the anatomy, physiology and medical terminology of the cell, tissues, membranes, and structures of the nervous system, the sensory system, the integumentary system, the digestive, the urinary system, and the endocrine system. This course will discuss the basic chemistry, water acids, bases, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and classes of macromolecules in cells.

This course covers an introduction to general principles of chemistry providing an integrated approach to aspects of general, organic, and biochemistry. The course is designed to provide a background for students in nursing and other related allied health areas.

Environmental Science is a general course for non-biology majors in which students will explore the following basic principles: concepts required to understand interrelationships of the environment and the natural world; environmental problems both natural and man-made; risks associated with air, water, land pollution; health of humans and ecosystems; deforestation and climate change; overpopulation, and environmental law, economics, and ethics.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – BIO262) The characteristics of microorganisms and their relation to health and disease are studied.

Course offered residentially. This course will present the interrelationship of structures and functions of the human body including the study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, endocrine, and nervous systems. The study of basic chemistry, cell structure, cell physiology, metabolism, and tissues will be included.

Course offered residentially. (Prereq. – BIO261) This course will expand on the anatomy and function of the body systems. An exploration of how hormones, genetics, stress, acid base balance, fluids and electrolytes affect each body system will be studied.

This course is designed to focus on the basic characteristics of human nutrition for energy, growth, and maintenance. Students will learn the functions of water, and the various micronutrients, such as carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. Emphasis is placed on the types of foods that contain these micronutrients, their physiological functions, metabolism, and storage. Discussion will also be on the effects of nutrition on health promotion and disease management. Students will develop an understanding of the concepts of the Body Mass Index (BMI) in relation to weight management, techniques for measuring BMI, and the role of nutrition in growth and development.

This course introduces the new student to the art and science aspects of the nursing profession. The principles of critical thinking necessary to make sound professional judgments to solve clinical problems are introduced. The topics that are studied include learning strategies, study skills, readiness for clinical practice, NCLEX exam, systems thinking, interprofessional practice, and nursing skills for the 21st century. The focus is also on the utilization of the nursing process as a framework to solve patient problems. Assessment in this course will focus on the evaluation of the student’s ability to analyze, evaluate, make reasoned judgments, and apply information to solve patient problems. The types of assessments may include case studies, reflection papers, discussions, essay questions, and group projects.

This course introduces the principles of pharmacology and medication therapy. The topics that are studied include generic versus trade names, drug classification, actions, contraindications, therapeutic use, adverse effects, the roles of the nurse, cultural, legal, and ethical considerations. The focus is also on the utilization of the nursing process as a framework to assure safe drug therapy for patients across the life span.

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques involved in calculating safe and accurate drug dosages. This course begins with an introduction to the basic concepts and units of measurement used in drug dosage calculations. Students will learn about different systems of measurement, including the metric system, as well as conversions between units. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the importance of accurate calculations in ensuring patient safety. Students will learn how to perform calculations for both oral and parenteral medications, as well as for different dosage forms, such as tablets, capsules, and liquid medications. They will also explore dosage adjustments for specific patient populations, such as pediatric and geriatric patients. They will also learn how to interpret medication orders written based on patient specific health care needs. Attention will also be given to common sources of medication errors and strategies for preventing them.

(PREREQ: NUR105, NUR108, corequisite NUR104) Introduction to nursing and the nursing process are studied and integrated to reflect the hierarchy of basic human needs. Gordon’s model of functional health patterns throughout the life span are introduced. Areas of study include foundation knowledge, development theory, nursing process, therapeutic nursing interventions, concepts, skills, and physical assessment including an emphasis on the communication process as it relates to health assessment, promotion, and therapeutic nursing interventions to promote and maintain optimum health. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are applied in the delivery of care. Pharmacological concepts are introduced as they relate to health and illness management across the life cycle. The antiinfective and anti-inflammatory drugs, and drugs affecting the gastrointestinal system and nutrition will be studied. This course has a laboratory component where students learn fundamental nursing skills, and clinical and simulation opportunities for students to practice their learned nursing skills. Clinical rotations are scheduled in health care facilities.

(PREREQ: NUR104, NUR105, NUR108, NUR112) This course will provide an introduction of medical/surgical nursing concepts with a focus on the application of the nursing process as it relates to health promotion, disease prevention and management, and care of the adult clients experiencing acute and chronic medical disorders. The emphasis is on the disease processes of the body systems, assessment, interventions, patient education, the nurse as provider and manager of care, therapeutic communication, the importance of patient-centered care, patient advocacy, interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as the use of evidence-based in clinical practice. Other topics include critical thinking, decision making, coordination of care, legal and ethical considerations in patient care delivery, and the cultural and psycho-social factors that can impact patient care. This course has a laboratory component where students learn medical-surgical nursing skills, and a clinical component in an acute health care facility where students practice their learned nursing skills. Pharmacological concepts are reinforced as they relate to health and illness management across the life cycle. The drugs that will be studied include the respiratory system, dermatologic, ophthalmic, otic drugs, chemotherapeutic drugs, biologic, and immune modifiers.

(PREREQ: NUR104, NUR105, NUR108, NUR112, NUR206) This course is a continuation of the medical/surgical nursing concepts with a focus on the application of the nursing process as it relates to health promotion, disease prevention and management, and care of the adult clients experiencing complex acute and chronic medical disorders. The emphasis is on the disease processes of the body systems, assessment, interventions, patient education, the nurse as provider and manager of care, therapeutic communication, the importance of patient-centered care, patient advocacy, interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as the use of evidence-based in clinical practice. Other topics include critical thinking, decision making, coordination of care, legal and ethical considerations in patient care delivery, and the cultural and psychosocial factors that can impact patient care. The drugs that will be studied as they relate to chronic and acute illnesses include the autonomic nervous system, cardiovascular and renal systems, endocrine system, central nervous system depressants and stimulants, muscle relaxants, antiepileptic, and antiparkinson. This course has a laboratory component where students learn medical-surgical nursing skills, and a clinical component in an acute health care facility where students practice their learned nursing skills.

This course will cover mental health and care of the adult client experiencing difficulties meeting basic human needs. The emphasis is on empowering the nurse to provide therapeutic interventions to promote optimal mental health by utilizing Gordon’s functional health patterns (i.e., Roles/Relationships, Values and Beliefs, Cognitive/Perceptual, Coping/Stress, Activity/Exercise, Sleep/Rest and Nutrition). The clinical component will focus on therapeutic communication and safety interventions. Pharmacological concepts will be discussed as they relate to psychiatric conditions. The content will also include application of the nursing process as it relates to the client and community relationships. Emphasis will be on facilitating and empowering the client to seek and utilize community resources. The impact of culture, ethnicity, and spirituality on health seeking behaviors will be incorporated. Classroom theory and clinical practice integrate all 11 of Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns. This course has a clinical component in a mental health care facility where students will strengthen knowledge acquired in didactic about the provision of holistic psychiatric nursing care to individuals and families. Psychotherapeutic drugs, substance use disorder, and men’s health drugs will be studied in this course.

(PREREQ: NUR104, NUR105, NUR108, NUR206, NUR207) This course is designed to provide nursing students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the provision of competent, compassionate, and culturally appropriate nursing care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. The course focuses on the nursing care of both low-risk and high-risk pregnant women and their newborns. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are applied in the delivery of care. Medications may be used during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period to manage various conditions, treat symptoms, prevent complications, and promote maternal and fetal well-being. Here are some common medications used in maternity nursing that this course will cover: analgesics, general and local anesthetics, prenatal vitamins, tocolytics, oxytocics, corticosteroids, antiemetics, antihypertensives, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. This course has a laboratory component where students maternal/newborn nursing skills, and clinical and simulation opportunities for students to practice their learned nursing skills. Clinical rotations are scheduled in health care facilities.

(PREREQ: NUR104, NUR105, NUR108, NUR206, NUR207) This is a specialized nursing course that focuses on the healthcare needs of children from infancy to adolescence. The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for children with acute and chronic illnesses. The course typically covers topics such as growth and development, pediatric pharmacology, common pediatric illnesses, pediatric emergencies, family-centered care, and ethical considerations in pediatric nursing. Students will also learn how to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, communicate effectively with children and their families, and pro-vide culturally sensitive care for appropriate health care promotion and disease management. This course includes a lab component which provides students the opportunities to learn their nursing skills, clinical experiences in various pediatric settings, and virtual simulations that mimic clinical settings.

This course is designed to assist the nursing student in transitioning from the role of student nurse to a professional nurse. The course covers material to help students delegate and prioritize nursing care. Professional considerations in leadership, working within an organization, dealing with professional issues such as stress in the workplace, and the code of ethics for nurses are topics covered in this course. A thirty-hour preceptorship practicum is required to be completed in a health care facility.

This course is designed to help students evaluate and remediate as needed knowledge of the content that they acquire from liberal arts and nursing courses. In addition to a comprehensive review of the core nursing courses, such as fundamentals, medical/surgical, maternity/newborn, pediatric, geriatric, mental health, dosage calculation, and pharmacology, the students will explore the licensure process and the NCLEX-RN test plan. This course has a clinical component that gives the student the opportunity to experience the role of the professional nurse in the clinical setting. The student will have the opportunity to integrate learning experiences acquired in laboratory, simulation, and clinical practice. The student will be assigned to a preceptor who will facilitate the transition to clinical practice.

(Prereq. – ENG090 if applicable) Students taking this course will study and discuss rhetoric, style, and composition, with special emphasis on written communication skills.

(Prereq. – MAT090 if applicable) Students will learn algebraic problem solving, radicals, quadratic equations, polynomials, inequalities, and applied problem solving.

The need for cultural awareness doesn’t just apply to one’s relationship with others; conflicting cultural perspectives often exist within the individual. Students will learn to appreciate their own heritage and understand how their heritage influences their perspectives while gaining an appreciation for the cultural heritage of those around them. Students will be challenged to think and discuss their beliefs and opinions in light of cultural influence and understand how those values affect their work ethic and working relationships. Course content will incorporate experiences similar to those that will occur in the vocation’s students have chosen to study.

This course provides students with an overview of the fundamental principles and methods of psychology. Topics for discussion include biological basis of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, learning, motivation, developmental changes, personality, social behavior, and behavioral disorders.

This course is designed to study human growth and development across the life span with emphasis upon normal growth and milestones achieved in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional systems. Professional consideration is given to understanding changes that occur at different stages of development, and how care and interaction with individuals needs to be appropriate for their stage of development.

This course covers an introduction to general principles of chemistry providing an integrated approach to aspects of general, organic, and biochemistry. The course is designed to provide a background for students in nursing and other related allied health areas.

Course offered blended and online. This course explores a variety of contemporary social problems utilizing a sociological framework and a variety of theoretical perspectives. Both structural and cultural aspects of social problems will be examined and analyzed with specific focus on their origin, development, and proposed solutions. Students will evaluate current data and research and will have an opportunity to propose solutions to various social problems.