Pre-Nursing - Certificate of Completion
The Pre-Nursing Certificate of Completion is designed to guide pre-nursing students through the pre-requisites for the Associate of Nursing Degree. Developmental course work will not count towards the certificate requirements and/or elective credits, but maybe needed in order to take the necessary English and Mathematics coursework. All courses must be completed with a "C-" or higher.1,2
Completion of the certificate does not guarantee admissions into the Nursing program.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 2210C | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lecture & Laboratory 3 | 4 |
| BIOL 2225C | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lecture and Laboratory 3 | 4 |
| CEPY 1120G | Human Growth and Behavior | 3 |
| CHEM 1120G | Introduction to Chemistry Lecture and Laboratory (non majors) | 4 |
| ENGL 1110G | Composition I | 4 |
| MATH 1130G | Survey of Mathematics | 3 |
| or MATH 1220G | College Algebra | |
| NA 101 | Nursing Assistant Theory and Lab 4 | 6 |
| PSYC 1110G | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 31 | |
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It is strongly recommended that all Pre-Nursing students meet with Academic Advisors for course scheduling and program information.
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All courses that are part of the nursing curriculum must have a grade of "C-" or better to be applied to the certificate. Courses with less than "C-" will need to be repeated to receive credit toward the Associate Degree in Nursing. Courses may be "in progress" at the time of application but must be completed prior to starting the program.
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It is strongly recommended that BIOL 2210C, BIOL 2225C, and CHEM 1120G be taken within 5 years of application to the Nursing program and should contact the Director of Nursing for approval. Science courses cannot be taken more than twice (excluding drops/withdrawals).
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Credit may be awarded for students who are currently certified as a nurse assistant (regardless of state) or completed a CNA class within the last 5 years if not currently certified. Those who completed a medical assistant or physician’s assistant program, or who are certified EMT Basic or higher might not need to complete NA 101 and should contact the Director of Nursing for approval.