January 2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 14, 2025  
January 2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing


Program Description

This Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program prepares the prepares the graduate to practice as a nurse generalist as a member of the healthcare team in a variety of settings. The program focuses on patient-centered care, teamwork and collaboration, and safety. The program emphasizes the use of innovative technologies and preparation for assuming the role of the professional nurse.

 

Program Outcomes (Student Learning Outcomes)

Upon completion of this program, the student should be able to:

1. Prioritize patient-centered care using clinical judgment and the nursing process.

2. Collaborate with patients, families and team members to provide safe and culturally competent care.

3. Minimize risk of harm to patients and providers through both systems effectiveness and individual performance.

4. Evaluate quality improvement processes to enhance patient outcomes.

5. Integrate professionalism and communication skills within the interdisciplinary healthcare environment.

Special Admissions Requirements

Please refer to the “Undergraduate Nursing Admission Requirements” policy in the Admissions Information section of this catalog for nursing program admission requirements.

Program Content

A minimum of 65.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.

Statement on the Importance of Proficiency in Dosage Calculation in Nursing Programs

Proficiency in dosage calculation is a critical competency for nursing students and a foundational requirement for safe and effective patient care. Accurate dosage calculations are essential to ensure that patients receive the correct amount of medication, minimizing the risk of adverse drug events and medication errors, which can have serious or even life-threatening consequences.

In recognition of the vital role that dosage calculation plays in clinical practice, nursing programs require that students demonstrate mastery in this area before they are eligible to participate in clinical experiences. This ensures that nursing students are adequately prepared to handle the responsibilities of medication administration in real-world healthcare settings.

Validating proficiency in dosage calculation is not only a measure of academic achievement but also a safeguard for patient safety. By upholding this standard, nursing programs affirm their commitment to producing competent, confident, and responsible nursing professionals who are equipped to deliver high-quality care. Please refer to syllabi for specific requirements for individual courses.

Clinical Readiness Requirement

This program requires completion of a clinical readiness preparation.

Required Courses in Nursing


All courses, 38.00 semester credit hours, are required.

Required Courses in General Education


Students enrolled in this associate degree program must complete a minimum of 26.00 semester credit hours.

6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications

· EN 104 English Composition I

· EN 111 Information Literacy

3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities

· HU 140 Cultural Diversity

3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics

· MA 109 College Algebra

3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Behavioral Science

· PS 105 Developmental Psychology

11.00 Semester Credit Hours in Science

· SC 154 Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses

· SC 166 Microbiology

· SC 254 Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses

Courses transferred from other accredited colleges may also be used to meet these requirements. Science courses being transferred from other accredited colleges must meet the nursing program science requirements.

Special General Education Grading Requirements

The following general education courses must be completed with a grade of “C” (70%) or better for a student to continue in the nursing program.

· MA 109 College Algebra

· PS 105 Developmental Psychology

· SC 166 Microbiology

The following science courses must be completed with a grade of “B” (80%) or better. Only two attempts are permitted for each course and a student who fails to successfully complete in the maximum attempts is subject to dismissal from the nursing program.

· SC 154 Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses

· SC 254 Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses

A student who is dropped from the nursing program for failing to achieve the minimum grade specified in the courses listed above, but who otherwise meets the academic standards of the University may transfer to another Herzing degree program and/or may appeal to reapply to the AASN nursing program in a future semester.

Personal and Professional Development Courses


1.00 semester credit hour is required.