NURSING - A.A.S. DEGREE
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Program of Study: | NURSING |
| Degree: | A.A.S. DEGREE |
Description:
The Department of Nursing strives to provide high quality education to a diverse population of students and assits them in achieving success in preparing for New York state licensure and employment as a Registered Professional Nurse.
The Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission , 3343 Peachtree Road, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326, phone: 404-975-5000. The professional nursing program, including clinical practice, can be completed in two academic years of full-time study. A graduate of the program who is at least 18 years of age is eligible for admission to the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
The clinical experience required in the curriculum is provided through cooperation of area hospitals, long term care facilities and other health care agencies. All health care providers must abide by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Blood Borne Pathogen regulations.
Admission and continuation in the nursing program is conditional upon completion of the following requirements:
A) A grade of C or better in High School Algebra or Sequential Math I or Math A Regents, Biology and Chemistry.
B) Current CPR certification for two person professional rescuer which includes infant, child, adult and resuscitation mask and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Only American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) or American Red Cross Professional Rescuer (CPR and AED) certification is acceptable. Proof of certification must be submitted to the department at least one month prior to starting the program. Current certification must be maintained throughout duration of program.
C) Completion of medical requirements, clearance of existing health problem(s), and ability to meet essential
functions (physical and mental demands) of the program.
D) Vaccination against hepatitis B and meningitis or signed declination statements.
E) Completion of ESOL or Transitional Studies courses if enrolled.
A minimum grade of C is necessary in all required nursing courses for continued matriculation in the program. Nursing is a high demand, competitive program. Readmission to the nursing program is not automatic and is dependent on several factors. Students seeking readmission to the program should contact the Department of Nursing for information or refer to the "MCC Department of Nursing Student Related Policies." Readmission, if approved, is always on a space available basis.
The program of study must be completed within five years of matriculation. NUR 150 is required for students who are transferring into the program, admitted with advanced standing, or returning to the program after an absence of one year. Completion of NUR 150 is valid for one year. Students reentering NUR 111 do not need to take NUR 150. NUR 150 cannot be used as an elective in the Nursing program. Any deviation from the basic program of study requires written approval from the department.
(Housed in the Nursing Department)
| Distribution Requirements | Credit Hours |
| FIRST SEMESTER: 15 Credit Hours |  |
| PSY 101 Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| BIO 142 Human Anatomy* | 4 |
| NUR 111 Fundamentals of Nursing* | 7 |
| NUR 110 Foundations of Nursing* | 1 |
| Total | 15 |
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| SECOND SEMESTER: 18 Credit Hours | |
ENG 101 College Composition OR
ENG 200 Advanced Composition | 3 |
| BIO 143 Human Physiology*# | 4 |
| PSY 212 Developmental Psychology - Lifespan | 3 |
| NUR 112 Nursing Care of the Adult and Child I* | 8 |
| Total | 18 |
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| THIRD SEMESTER: 16 Credit Hours | |
| SOC 101 Introductory Sociology | 3 |
| BIO 202 Microbiology# | 4 |
| NUR 210 Issues in Nursing* | 1 |
| NUR 211 Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (1/2 semester)* | 4 |
| NUR 212 Maternity Nursing (1/2 semester)* | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
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| FOURTH SEMESTER: 16 Credit Hours | |
| NUR 214 Nursing Care of the Adult and Child II* | 8 |
| ELECTIVES** | 6 |
| Physical/Health Education | 2 |
| Total | 16 |
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| TOTAL CREDITS | 65 |
*A minimum grade of C is necessary in all required nursing courses for continued matriculation in the program. Nursing is a high demand, competitive program. Readmission to the nursing program is not automatic and is dependent on several factors. Students seeking readmission to the program should contact the Department of Nursing for information or refer to the "MCC Department of Nursing Student Related Policies." Readmission, if approved, is always on a space available basis.
**Physical Education courses, with the exception of PPE 208 and PEC 253, may not be used to fulfill the elective requirements of the Nursing Program.
#Physiology (BIO 143) and Microbiology (BIO 202) grades must be no more than seven years old for the grade C to be considered when applying for admission into the nursing program.
NAC 100 cannot be used as an elective in the Nursing program.
Credit Hours: Laboratory hours in the Nursing Program are credited at a ratio of 1:3 (every 3 clock hours of laboratory is equivalent to 1 credit hour).
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Advanced Standing 3-Semester Option of LPN’s: To exempt Fundamentals of Nursing (NUR 111), a score of B on the Excelsior College Examination for Fundamentals of Nursing must be attained. The Excelsior College Examinations must be completed prior to matriculation. Graduates of The Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing within the past three years can exempt both NUR 111 and the Excelsior College Examination for Fundamentals of Nursing.
Three semester LPN students are admitted in the Fall and Spring semesters.
Advanced Standing 2-Semester Option for LPN’s: To exempt Fundamentals of Nursing (NUR 111), a score of B on the Excelsior College Examination for Fundamentals of Nursing must be attained. To exempt Nursing Care of the Adult and Child I (NUR 112), students must pass a Department of Nursing challenge exam with a grade of C or higher. Two years of recent clinical experience is required. To exempt Maternity Nursing (NUR 212), a score of B on the Excelsior College Examination in Maternity Nursing is required. Two semester LPN students are admitted only in the Fall semester.
Extended Option for High School Graduates (NUE1): An advisement sequence for high school graduates seeking admission in the fall semester immediately following their graduation is intended to provide an opportunity for the student to complete the program over three years. This option was designed to create an environment that promotes success for the student who is new to the rigors of college level work. It also provides an opportunity for the student to complete courses required for the baccalaureate degree.
For either Advanced Standing Option, Excelsior College scores may not be more than three years old and must be available when a student is first admitted. Students beginning either option are required to take Foundations of Nursing (NUR 110) prior to or concurrently with the first clinical course. Students must take Application of the Nursing Process (NUR 150) prior to beginning the first clinical course.
The department reserves the right to withhold transfer credit until the student has demonstrated competence in a clinical nursing course at MCC.
PRE-NURSING ADVISEMENT SEQUENCE FOR LPNs
A Pre-Nursing advisement sequence for LPNs preparing to enter the nursing program is available for those who meet criteria. Please contact the Admissions Office at 292-2200 for further information.
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