Paramedic/Respiratory Therapist to Associate of Science in Nursing-Accelerated Track |
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Introduction
Respiratory Therapists and Paramedics who hold an Associate Degree in their field build upon previous experience and education to complete an Associate of Science in Nursing. Students are awarded 27 advanced placement credits from their prior Associate Degree. The program can be completed in 3 semesters of full-time study. Graduates will be prepared to take the National Council Licensing Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN).
Students must satisfactorily complete the registry exams in Respiratory Care or in Paramedic prior to the beginning of fall semester to continue to progress in the program.
Total Credits for Graduation: 68 |
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| Accelerated Track for Paramedic/Respiratory Therapist to AS in Nursing: Program of Study - Summer |
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Course Name |
Course Code |
Credits |
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• Microbiology |
BIO 253 & 253L |
4 |
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• Developmental Psychology |
PSY 238 |
4 |
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• Nursing Fundamentals |
NSG 202 & 202C |
3 |
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• Introduction to Nursing Skills |
NSG 213 & 213L |
2 |
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| Total Credits: 13 |
| Accelerated Track for Paramedic/Respiratory Therapist to AS in Nursing: Program of Study - Fall |
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Course Name |
Course Code |
Credits |
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• Synthesis of Adult Health I |
NSG 214 & 214C |
5 |
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• Introduction to Pharmacology |
NSG 103 |
3 |
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• Professional Seminar I |
NSG 284 |
1 |
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| Total Credits: 9 |
| Accelerated Track for Paramedic/Respiratory Therapist to AS in Nursing: Program of Study - Spring |
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Course Name |
Course Code |
Credits |
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• Synthesis of Adult Health II |
NSG 215 & 215C |
4 |
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• Practicum in Nursing |
NSG 260C |
2 |
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• Professional Seminar II |
NSG 285 |
1 |
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| Total Credits: 7 |
| Accelerated Specialty Courses |
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Course Name |
Course Code |
Credits |
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• Nursing of Older Adults |
NSG 160 & 160C |
3 |
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• Mental Health Nursing |
NSG 211 & 211C |
3 |
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• Nursing of the Childbearing Family |
NSG 221& 221C |
3 |
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• Nursing Care of Infants & Children |
NSG 241 & 241C |
3 |
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| Total Credits: 12 |
