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Level I Nursing Certificate
The Level I nursing program prepares students to become licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to provide safe, quality care under delegation in hospitals and ambulatory care settings. The program provides a variety of learning experiences, including classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Graduates are eligible to take the licensure exam for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN) and obtain state licensure. This program is a highly selective program and acceptance is dependent upon a minimum GPA of 2.5 and an admission criteria point system. Students will need to complete the required general education before applying. MATH 115 may be taken during the summer semester between Level I and Level II.
Transfer credit for non-nursing courses and placement exam credit will be evaluated on an individual basis. Transfer courses must be completed with a “C” or higher to qualify for credit towards certificate. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Students must have an American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Providers CPR certification before Level 1 coursework begins. Students who successfully complete Level I automatically transition into Level II. See AAS Nursing. Students also must complete the ATI TEAS test prior to admission with a proficient or better score along with an English score of 50 or better.
Students must meet all pre-application admission criteria except for MATH 115.
| Pre-requisite Courses | HOURS | F,S,I,SU | GRADE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 136 Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 | F | ||
| ENGL 101 Rhetoric I | 3 | F | ||
| BIOL 137 Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 | S | ||
| PSYC 100 Intro to Psychology | 3 | F | ||
| BIOL 140 Microbiology | 4 | S | ||
| Total | 18 | 10 | 8 | |
*may be taken during the summer semester between Level I and Level II
| REQUIRED COURSES | HOURS | F,S,I,SU | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level One First Semester | |||
| NURS 192 Concepts of Nursing | 12 | ||
| Total | 12 | ||
| Level One Second Semester | |||
| NURS 194 Adult Nursing | 8 | ||
| NURS 195 Maternal-Child Health Nursing | 4 | ||
| Total | 12 | ||
| Total Hours | 24 |
In addition to the pre-requisites listed on page 1, it is recommended that students also complete BIOL 102 Principles of Biology; BOFF 140 Medical Terminology; HITT 115 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology; HLTH 102 First Aid/CPR; and HLTH 130 Nutrition.