Associate of Science in Registered Nursing

Glendale Community College - California

Registered nursing practice is a licensed occupation, which is regulated by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). This curriculum qualifies the student for an Associate in Science degree with a major in Nursing. Graduates are eligible to apply for the California R.N. licensing examination (NCLEX-RN). This is a full-time program of study. In addition to courses required by the nursing major, graduation requirements established by the college must be met to earn the Associate in Science degree. Students must meet all prerequisite requirements and be formally accepted to the Nursing program prior to taking first semester classes. Students must complete 63 required units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate the cognitive skills necessary to integrate the nursing concepts learned in a two year ADN program, including clinical evidence-based concepts inherent in entry level registered nursing practice demonstrate cognitive skills necessary to integrate the nursing concepts learned in the first year of the ADN program and demonstrate the psychomotor skills necessary to integrate the nursing concepts learned in a two year ADN program, including clinical evidence-based concepts inherent in entry level registered nursing practice. Glendale College offers programs leading to a certificate or degree in Registered Nursing (RN). The program of study of the Department of Nursing is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Students must meet all prerequisite requirements and be formally accepted to the Nursing program prior to taking first semester classes.

Health Sciences Division