Nursing
Associate in Applied Science
This program prepares students for first-level positions as Registered Nurses by providing curriculum composed of theoretical and clinical study. The theoretical component is comprised of general education and nursing courses. The clinical component, within the nursing courses, affords the student the opportunity to practice giving direct nursing care to clients in acute, long-term, and community health care agencies under the guidance of qualified nursing faculty. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates receive an Associate in Applied Science degree and have the educational requirements necessary to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for RN Licensure. ACCC’s Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc., 331 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, Georgia 30326. Telephone (404) 975-5000.
An applicant for a license to practice professional nursing in the state of New Jersey must also submit evidence to the New Jersey Board of Nursing, that he or she: (1) "has attained his/her 18th birthday; (2) is of good moral character, is not a habitual user of drugs and has never been convicted or has not pleaded nolo contendere, non vult contendere or non vult to an indictment, information or complaint alleging a violation of any federal or state law relating to chemical abuse substances; (3) holds a diploma from an accredited four-year school or the equivalent thereof as determined by the New Jersey State Department of Education." Applicants should contact the Board if there is any question of eligibility due to violation of the Federal narcotics laws or other criminal offense.
In an effort to encourage nurses to continue their education and provide for advancing job opportunities, the nursing program has an advanced placement process for Licensed Practical Nurses and articulation agreements with several institutions, which offer a baccalaureate degree in nursing for graduates of the program.
Admission to the Nursing Program is competitive. See the Admission to Allied Health Programs page for details. Students must pass each program course with a "C" or better to remain in the program, and must complete the program in five years from the date of acceptance. Students, who are unable to progress to the next consecutive nursing course at the planned time for any reason, must withdraw from the program. They must request re-admission through the department chairperson, in writing, and letters must be received by June 1 of the year in which they wish to re-enter the Nursing program. Re-entry is contingent on available space in the course required by the re-entering student. Students who fail one nursing course and repeat it, and then fail a second nursing course, or the same course a second time, will not be permitted to repeat again and will be required to withdraw from the Nursing Program until 10 years have elapsed. If 10 years or more have elapsed, students may reapply to the nursing program.
The Nursing Program is challenging. Students are encouraged to consider limiting time commitments outside of school as much as possible during the two-year period of their nursing studies. Locations and hours of clinical assignments vary; significant additional travel time may be required. Travel to the clinical setting is the student's responsibility. Promptness and attendance are crucial to the successful completion of the Nursing Program.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) currently licensed in the State of New Jersey, who qualify for admission, may be eligible for advanced placement. To be eligible, LPNs must meet the same admission criteria as an RN applicant, and complete, with a grade of “C” or better, BIOL121, Human Anatomy & Physiology II and the LPN Nursing Transition class, offered each fall. Successful applicants will be admitted for the Spring term and enroll in NURS112, Nursing II. Call (609)343-5035 or (609)463-4774, ext 5035 for information, or contact the Admissions Office for an application to the program.
For more information on Allied Health programs, students are strongly encouraged to attend a Health Career Planning Session or contact Glenda Stogel, College Recruiter, at (609)343-5048, (609)463-4774, ext. 5048 or email stogel@atlantic.edu.
Program Requirements:
- Students accepted into the Nursing Program are required to show proof of certification for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Health Care Provider from the American Heart Association.
- All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better, a minimum GPA of 3.0 and an overall GPA of 2.5 to be accepted into the nursing program.
- The Nursing Entrance Test (NET) is required for admission to the Nursing program. The applicant must receive a minimum score of 75 or higher for consideration of their application. The test must have been completed within the last three years.
- All science courses must have been taken within the last 10 years or must be repeated.
For more information, contact the Admissions Office at (609) 343-5000.
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| Prerequisite Courses - General Education | |
| ENGL101-Composition I | 3 |
| PSYC101-General Psychology | 3 |
| SOCL101-Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| BIOL120-Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED | 13 |
| Other General Education Courses | |
| ENGL102-Composition II | 3 |
| BIOL121-Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED | 7 |
| Nursing Program Courses | |
| ALHT110-Comprehensive Medical Terminology | 3 |
| BIOL203-Microbiology | 4 |
| Choose HIST101 or HIST102 | 3 |
| Fall Semester: | |
| NURS110-Nursing I | 8 |
| Spring Semester: | |
| NURS112-Nursing II | 8 |
| Fall Semester | |
| NURS200-Nursing III | 9 |
| NURS204-Nursing Management | 1 |
| Spring Semester: | |
| NURS206-Nursing IV | 9 |
| NURS208-Nursing Trends and Issues | 1 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED | 46 |
| Computer Literacy: 0-3 credits. Is fulfilled with CISM125, testing or reviewed departmental portfolio. | |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE: | 66 |
| (NURS) EFFECTIVE FALL 2008 |