Associate’s Degree in Nursing

To prepare the student to meet the requirements of the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and the Florida Board of Nursing for Registered Nurse Education and meet eligibility for licensing exam - National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) in order to work as a Registered Nurse in a variety of settings in a safe and effective manner.

The Nursing Program includes clinical experience and theoretical instruction in medical, surgical, obstetric, pediatric, geriatric, and psychiatric nursing, inclusive of clinical training experience in appropriate settings such as, but not limited to, acute care, long-term care, and community settings [s. 464.019(1) (g),F.S.]. The program curriculum plan provides for theoretical instruction and clinical application in personal, family, and community health; nutrition; human growth and development throughout the life span; body structure and function; interpersonal relationship skills; mental health concepts; pharmacology and administration of mediations; legal aspects of practice; interpersonal relationships and leadership skills; the professional role and health teaching and counseling skills [s.464.019(1)(h), F.S.]. The contact hours designated for the classroom, laboratory, and clinical components correspond to the curriculum standards in Florida. Clinical rotation hours per day range from 4 to 12 hours depending on the course. Disclosure- Licensing is required for Employment.