Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Sullivan County Community College
Key Information
Campus location
Loch Sheldrake, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 - 6 semesters
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 434 / per credit **
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* students may apply to any program in the semester preceeding the program start date
** in-state tuition: $217 per credit hour | out-of-state tuition: $434 per credit hour
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Introduction
The Associate in Applied Science degree program in Nursing is a two-year Nursing curriculum that offers a supportive environment where students can grow as professionals and learn how to be Registered Nurses.
The Nursing curriculum is offered to men and women of all ages including recent high school graduates, mature adults, and licensed practical nurses. Graduates are prepared to accept beginning-level staff nursing positions in a variety of health facilities, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and extended care facilities.
The emphasis of the curriculum is on direct patient care in the preparation of students for the three interrelated roles which are defined for the graduates of the Associate Degree program as a provider of care, manager of care, and member within the discipline of nursing. Through the study of the Humanities, Natural and Social Sciences, and Nursing, students will gain an understanding of the value of individuals and their contributions to society.
The SUNY Sullivan Advantage
- SUNY Sullivan’s unique blend of friendly faculty, tutoring, simulation opportunities, and accelerated admission makes our two-year nursing degree one of our cornerstone programs.
- Our partnerships with regional healthcare providers ensure that students enjoy rewarding clinical experiences and build relationships that lead to employment, and our partnerships with four-year colleges will accelerate BSN completion.
- Graduates are prepared to accept beginning-level staff nursing positions in a variety of health facilities, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and extended care facilities.
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Curriculum
Pre-Program Requirements*
- SCI 1124 Principles of Biology
First Semester:
- NUR 1001 Fundamentals of Nursing
- PSY 1500 Generals Psychology
- SCI 2124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
- NUR 1015 Clinical Calculations (Optional)
Second Semester:
- NUR 1010 Commonalities in Nursing Care
- SCI 2126 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
- ENG 1001 Composition I
- PSY 2510 Developmental Psychology
Third Semester:
- NUR 2020 Health Problems Throughout the Life Cycle I
- SCI 2113 Microbiology
- NUR 2050 Pharmacology and the Human Body
Fourth Semester:
- NUR 2030 Health Problems Throughout the Life Cycle II
- NUR 2100 Nursing Issues & Trends
- SOC 1600 Intro to Sociology
- MAT 1004 Elementary Statistics
All AAS degrees require ENG 1001 Composition I, ENG 1301 Fundamentals of Speech, a 4-credit science course with lab, and a minimum of 10 additional Liberal Arts credits from at least two other areas of study. Liberal Arts prefixes: ANT, ECO, ENG, FLA, GEO, HIS, HON, HUM, MAT, POL, PSY, SCI, and SOC. COM 1301, Interpersonal Communications, COM 1305, Intercultural Communications, COM 2110, Intro to Media Communications, CPT 1210, Computer Literacy, CPT 1301, Logic and Problem Solving, CRJ 1115, Introduction to Criminal Justice and THE 1700, Theater History I are also classified as liberal arts.
Exceptionally, Nursing AAS does not require ENG 1301 (Fundamentals of Speech).
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Program Outcome
- Critical Thinking: Utilize critical thinking skills in the application of the nursing process to provide safe, quality care.
- Communication: Demonstrate effective communication utilizing technology, written documentation, and verbal expression.
- Caring: Incorporate empathetic, compassionate, caring interactions and behaviors.
- Diversity: Demonstrate professional nursing care that incorporates sensitivity to culturally diverse clients across the lifespan.
- Quality Improvement: Utilize data to ensure quality improvement and support of the evidence-based practice.
- Leadership: Demonstrate knowledge of basic delegation and leadership management skills.
- Information Management: Demonstrate and utilize information systems in the healthcare system.
- Professionalism: Demonstrate knowledge of professional development (behaviors) and incorporate evidence-based practice in the nursing profession.
Virtual Open House
Virtual open house is scheduled for Tuesdays at 3:30pm (USA eastern standard time)