239 NURSING—
Associate in Applied Science Degree
(68 credit hours)
Study of nursing theory and patient care techniques required to take the State of Illinois Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing. Both classroom instruction and clinical experience in Chicago area hospitals and clinics are provided; which can lead to employment as a Registered Nurse in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, physicians' offices, schools, public health, government, the military or industry.
Admission is competitive and is currently limited. Early application is encouraged. There is a district admission policy for all the CCC Registered Nurse (RN) programs. This policy must be followed by all students applying for entry into the RN programs. The admission policy is available in the department of nursing. Selected candidates must complete a comprehensive physical and dental examination, including appropriate immunizations and other diagnostic tests prior to beginning program. Students are responsible for the purchase of all books, uniforms and other equipment and diagnostic tools deemed relevant for successful completion of the program.
Licensed practical nurses (LPN's) may take a proficiency examination in nursing and may be granted advanced standing. All applicants must also meet the college admissions requirements. Applicants educated abroad must have education documents evaluated to comply with the educational standards in the State of Illinois.
The Nursing Program is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, New York, NY, 10006, (212) 363 5555, Extension 153, www.NLNAC.org.
The nursing program prepares students through the study of nursing theory and patient care techniques to take the licensure examination for Registered Nurses (RN). Both classroom instruction and clinical experiences in Chicago area hospitals and primary care facilities are provided. The curriculum is designed to lead the student to employment as a Registered Nurse in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, physician offices, schools, public health, government, the military, or industry. Admission is competitive and early application is encouraged. The District has one dmission policy for all the CCC RN programs. This policy is available on each campus in the Departments of Nursing. Selected candidates must complete a physical examination prior to start date.
Students are responsible for the purchase of all books, uniforms and other equipment and diagnostic tools deemed relevant for successful completion of the program. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) may take a proficiency examination in nursing and may be granted advanced standing. All applicants must also meet the college admissions requirements. Applicants educated abroad must have education documents evaluated to comply with the educational standards in the State of Illinois. The Nursing Programs are approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations, and are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, New York, NY, 10006, (212) 363-5555, www.NLNAC.org.
To graduate with an AAS Degree in Nursing and be eligible to write the Illinois State Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN), the student must:
1. complete a minimum of 68 credit hours
in courses numbered 101 or higher.
2. earn at least a 2.0 grade point average with
a “C” or higher in each nursing course.
3. participate in NCLEX-RN and comprehensive
examination preparatory activities.
4. pass a nursing comprehensive examination.
5. meet all graduation requirements of the college.
These requirements must be completed before the graduate applies for the NCLX-RN. In order to be considered for Admission to a District Associate Degree Nursing Program, a student must complete all of the following:
• Cumulative college GPA of 2.50.
• Earn a “B” or higher in Chemistry 100/
121 or take a higher level chemistry
course passing with a “C” or better.
• Earn a “B” or higher in Math 112 or take a
higher level math course passing with a “C” or
better. A student may place out of the math
requirement by taking the Compass test.
• A student may fulfill the science or math
requirement by completing one year of high
school Science or Math with a grade of “B” or
better within the last five years.
• The chemistry and biological science courses
must be completed within five years of
admission to the nursing program. These
courses can be audited after five years.
• Evidence of eligibility for English 101.
• Evidence of eligibility for Biology 226.
• High school transcripts, GED, and
other transcripts (applicable).
• Documented reading score equivalency
of 12.0 or above (Compass Test).
A LPN Bridge course may be offered during the summer semesters. Students eligible for the Bridge course must complete all of the above requirements as well as Biology 226, Biology 227, and Biology 233. Upon completion of the LPN Bridge course, students can enroll in second level courses. After 15 semester hours of instruction (12 hours in the second level nursing courses) students can apply for 14 hours of credit for Nursing 101 and Nursing 102. The District LPN Admission Policy can be obtained in the Departments of Nursing. Policies are subject to change. Educational Outcomes At the conclusion of the Associate Degree Nursing
Program, the student will be able to:
• Integrate principles from the physical,
biological, and behavioral sciences into
the utilization of the nursing process
to assist individuals and groups in
meeting basic human needs.
• Provide clinically competent care utilizing
critical thinking and decision making within
the framework of the nursing process.
• Utilize therapeutic communication skills to
effectively interact with the individual family
and other members of the health care team.
• Demonstrate the use of multiple resources for
self-development and continued learning.
• Function as a provider of care and
manager of care and a member
within the disciplines of nursing.
• Practice within the profession’s
ethical and legal framework.
• Integrate cultural diversity in caring for clients.
General Education and Elective Courses
The Nursing Department highly recommends
that students complete as many General
Educaion requirements as possible before
entering the Nursing program.
| English 101—Composition .................................... 3 English 102—Composition, or Speech 101, or English 107 ........................................................ 3 Biology 226—Human Structure and Function I ........................................................ 4 Biology 227—Human Structure and Function II ....................................................... 4 Microbiology 233—Microbiology ........................... 4 Sociology 201—Introduction to the Study of Society ......................................... 3 Psychology 201—General Psychology .................. 3 |
Required Courses Electives |
| First semester - summer | Credit Hours |
| Nursing 101 Fundamentals of Nursing I | 7 |
| Biology 226 Human Structure and Function I | 4 |
| English 101 Composition | 3 |
TOTAL |
14 |
| Second semester - fall | Credit Hours |
| Nursing 102 Fundamentals of Nursing II | 7 |
| Biology 227 Human Structure and Function II | 4 |
| Microbiology 233 Microbiology | 4 |
| Communications elective | 3 |
TOTAL |
18 |
| Third semester - spring | Credit Hours |
| Nursing 210 Nursing Process and Alterations in Homeostasis I |
6 |
| Nursing 211 Nursing Process and Alterations in Homeostasis II |
6 |
| *Sociology 201 Introduction to the Study of Society | 3 |
| *Psychology 201 General Psychology | 3 |
TOTAL |
18 |
| Fourth semester - fall | Credit Hours |
| Nursing 212 Nursing Process and Alterations in Homeostasis III |
6 |
| Nursing 213 Integration of Advanced Concepts of Nursing | 6 |
| Nursing 203 Nursing in Perspectives | 3 |
| Consumer Education elective | 3 |
TOTAL |
18 |
| *Communication Electives: English 102, or Speech 101, or English 107, or other related courses recommended by the Nursing Department Chairperson. **Consumer Education Electives: Biology 107, or Pharmacology 103, or Child Development 101 or 102, Spanish course, computer class elective, or other related courses recommended by Nursing Department Chairperson. |
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To graduate with AAS Degree in Nursing and be eligible to write the Illinois State Licensure Examination (NCLEX RN), the student must: (1) complete a minimum of 68 credit hours in courses numbered 101 or higher; (2) earn at least a 2.0 grade point average and a "C" or better in each nursing course; (3)participate in NCLEX RN and comprehensive exam preparatory activities. This must be done before sitting for NCLEX RN; (4) pass Nursing Comprehensive Examination given by the City Colleges of Chicago, and (5) meet all graduation requirements of the college.
Graduation from the Nursing Program DOES NOT guarantee qualification for licensure. The Department of Professional Regulation may take into consideration any felony conviction of the applicant, but such a conviction shall not operate as an absolute bar to licensure (cited from the Illinois Nursing Act). This information should not deter you from applying for the nursing program. You may discuss this matter with the Chairperson of Nursing, or for additional information you may contact the Department of Professional Regulation (312) 814 2715.
Program equipment, curriculum and admission requirements are all subject to change. Please contact Department Office for current guidelines.