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Several academic degree tracks can prepare students for a career as a licensed practicing nurse. An associate degree in nursing is one such program, which is typically offered by on-campus and online colleges and universities.
Time Frame
Associate degree in nursing (ADN) programs generally take two years to complete.
Features
ADN programs typically require students to take a core foundation of liberal arts and sciences courses, including introductory algebra, English composition, humanities electives, anatomy and physiology sequences, and communications courses.
Function
ADN programs prepare students to take the licensing exam to become a registered nurse (RN) and do so by focusing on pathophysiology, microbiology, nursing care, mental health care, management principles and developmental psychology.
Warning
Students should only consider those programs accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or by an academic board approved by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees from programs without accreditation are devalued by potential employers.
Considerations
Students who graduate from ADN programs are eligible to enter bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) programs and typically can transfer in all of their nursing course credits.
Source:
Chamberlain College of Nursing: Associate Level of Nursing
American Association of Colleges of Nursing: CCNE Accreditation
U.S. Department of Education: Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs
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