Nursing Degree
Admission to Montgomery College is open to all; however, the nursing program is a selective application-based program limited to 132 students each semester. Visit theHealth Sciences Admissions pagefor complete details, including special admissions requirements and the health sciences application.
Students who plan to major in nursing will be assigned the temporary major of pre-nursing, with POS code 570, until they are officially admitted to the nursing program. Students may take preparatory courses and courses that fulfill general education requirements during the waiting period. As an alternative to being assigned a temporary major, students waiting for admission to the nursing program may choose to major in general studies or any other open-admission program. The Admissions and Records Office at Takoma Park/Silver Spring will assign a matriculated code once students are admitted to the nursing program.
The basic nursing curriculum covers two academic years, is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing, and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
Upon successful completion of the curriculum, the graduate is granted the AS in nursing and is eligible to take the state board examination for registered nurse licensure. Graduates will be prepared to give competent nursing care to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and other comparable health agencies under the supervision of more experienced practitioners and, with appropriate experience and further preparation, should be able to assume increasing responsibility in nursing. Hospitals, nursing homes, and other health agencies within the metropolitan area will provide the settings for a variety of clinical experiences, which are planned as a vital part of each nursing course.
In addition to the scholastic standards required of all students in the College, nursing students are required to achieve a grade of C or better in mathematics foundation, BIOL 210, BIOL 212, and BIOL 213, and each nursing course in order to continue in the program.
After acceptance into the nursing program, all students must obtain current CPR certification for “Healthcare Provider” or “Professional Rescuer” as well as a TB test or chest X-ray showing no evidence of tubercular disease. Clinical agencies require documented evidence (titers) of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and hepatitis B (immunization series may be in progress with titer obtained at its conclusion). In addition, knowledge of varicella (chicken pox) immune status by blood titer is required.
Attend anursing information sessionto learn more about the program.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
- 维护护理的法律、道德、循证和专业标准。
- Utilize clinical reasoning in practice.
- Practice patient centered care.
- Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration.
- 有效利用当前的技术和信息。
- Ensure a safe environment for patient, self, and others.
Program Advising
未来的学生应该参加一个信息会议，而不是联系项目顾问。如果你现在是一名护理专业的学生，定期与你的学术顾问讨论你的学术计划，确保你在毕业和/或转学的轨道上。
Transfer and Articulation Opportunities
Montgomery College has numerousnursing transfer agreements帮助学生达到获得护理学理学学士学位(BSN)的目标，包括MC和UMSON双重录取计划(马里兰大学护理学院)。TheADN to BSN Pathway officeprovides resources for students in their academic journey as they work towards earning a BSN.
In Maryland, as well as many other states, Associate Degree Nursing graduates articulate to universities for a bachelor's and/or master's degree. Articulation is different from transferring. While transferring between schools involves the transfer of individual courses, articulation means that a block of credits are awarded based on having an RN license.
Careers
For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use theCareer and Program Explorerto see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.
Graduate of this program typically pursue a career as a registered nurse.
- MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up aCollege Central Network (CCN)new windowaccount and other job search topics.
- Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.
Curriculum
Admission to Montgomery College is open to all; however, the nursing program is a selective application-based program limited to 132 students each semester. Visit theHealth Sciences Admissions pagefor complete details, including special admissions requirements and the health sciences application.
The nursing curriculum depends on proper sequencing of courses. All non-nursing courses in the curriculum, with the exception of the arts and humanities distribution courses, are to be completed prior to or during the semester in which they are listed.
See syllabi for all nursing courses.
- All students should review the advising guide andconsult an advisor.
- Find out about related programs and course in theFields of Studysection.
- Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
- All degree-seeking students must take a central group ofGeneral Educationcourses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.
Distribution Courses
- SOCY 100 - Introduction to Sociology(BSSD)
OR
- SOCY 240 - Sociology of Age and Aging(BSSD)
- Arts Distribution3 semester hours (ARTD)
- Humanities Distribution3 semester hours (HUMD)
- English Foundation3 semester hours (ENGF)
- Mathematics Foundation3 semester hours (MATF)
Total credit hours: 70
- All students should review the advising guide andconsult an advisor.
- Find out about related programs and course in theFields of Studysection.
- Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
- All degree-seeking students must take a central group ofGeneral Educationcourses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.
Other Requirements
- All students should review the advising guide andconsult an advisor.
- Find out about related programs and course in theFields of Studysection.
- Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
- All degree-seeking students must take a central group ofGeneral Educationcourses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.
Program Requirements
- NURS 113 - Fundamentals of Nursing7 semester hours
- NURS 114 - Professionalism and Communication in Nursing1 semester hour
- NURS 121 - Basic Health Assessment1 semester hour
- NURS 129 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Nursing2 semester hours
- NURS 205 - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice1 semester hour
- NURS 240 - Nursing in Health and Illness III7 semester hours
Related Programs and Courses
Students who major ingeneral studiesexplore personal, professional, and academic areas of interest within a flexible framework supporting transfer.
Health Career Training Programs
Students have the opportunity to learn an entry level skill in the field of health sciences such as dialysis, EKG, phlebotomy, pharmacy technician, or medical assistant. We also offer wellness training and TEAS test preparation.了解更多关于健康职业培训计划。
Nursing Related Courses
Nursing related courses include certified nursing assistant (CNA), certified geriatric assistant (GNA), and CPR and first aid training. We also offer nursing refresher classes for nurses wishing to reenter the field, as well as NCLEX RN review.Learn more about Nursing Related Courses.