Nursing - Associate in Science
The Evergreen Valley College Nursing Program provides an optimal learning environment that will enable the culturally diverse learner to begin the process of life-long learning as a registered nurse. By earning an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ADN), program graduates are eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN, and are prepared for entry-level practice into the profession of nursing.
Please note: There is a separate application process for this program. Nursing Program Information Workshops, conducted throughout the year, provide additional information about the Nursing Program and selection process. For more information regarding the nursing program, contact the Nursing Program Office at (408) 270-6448 (Sequoia S207) or access the Evergreen Valley College web site: http://www.evc.edu/academics/divisions-departments/nursing-allied-health/associate-degree-in-nursing-program
Evergreen Nursing Program is undergoing a major curriculum revision that pending college and regulatory approval will be implemented in either fall 2021 or fall 2022. For the most up to date program information, visit the EVC Nursing webpage at https://www.evc.edu/academics/divisions-departments/nursing-allied-health/associate-degree-in-nursing-program
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of the Nursing Program, the graduate competently performs in the following areas.
A. Safe and Effective Care Environment
The graduate will:
- Implement nursing care based on the nursing process to meet client needs throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
- Facilitate achievement of optimal client outcomes, through advocacy and delegation, by directing client care throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
B. Health Promotion and Maintenance
The graduate will:
- Act as a client advocate to promote access and enhance quality of care throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
- Utilize teaching/learning principles to promote optimal health throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
C. Psychosocial Integrity
The graduate will:
- Utilize therapeutic communication when providing client care throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
- Incorporate cultural sensitivity when providing client care throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
- Implement caring behaviors that support mental, emotional and social well-being of the client throughout the life span in a variety of settings.
D. Physiological Integrity
The graduate will:
- Prioritize nursing care utilizing critical thinking skills based upon knowledge of biological sciences, pathophysiology, nutrition, pharmacology and growth and development to achieve maximum physiological integrity and reduce the risk potential for the client.
E. Professional Role of the Nurse
The graduate will:
- Utilize leadership and management principles, as a member of the health care team, in providing and delegating the delivery of client care.
- Demonstrate accountability for providing and evaluating nursing care that adheres to professional standards and incorporates legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse.
- Demonstrate autonomy in recognizing one’s own need for life-long learning, personal transformation and professional growth.
Pre-Nursing Course Prerequisites:
All completed with a grade of "C" or better (must be completed prior to applying to the nursing program).
Note: Nursing will not accept international coursework for the prerequisite classes.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 071 | Human Anatomy 1 | 5 |
| BIOL 072 | Human Physiology 1 | 5 |
| BIOL 074 | General Microbiology 1 | 5 |
| ENGL 001A | English Composition | 3 |
| Course supportive of the Major (required for graduation and licensure) | ||
| PSYCH 001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| 1 | Will accept a minimum of 4.0 semester units, if taken at another college |
Major Requirements:
All completed with a grade of "C" or better
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| NURS 001 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 9.5 |
| NURS 002A | Basic Medical-Surgical Nursing | 5 |
| NURS 002B | Maternity Nursing | 4 |
| NURS 003 | Advanced Pediatrics and Medical-Surgical Nursing | 8.5 |
| NURS 004 | Advanced Medical-Surgical/Geriatric/ Mental Health/Leadership and Management Nursing | 10 |
For licensure, the Board of Registered Nursing requires one of the following courses to meet the Societal/Cultural Pattern:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ETH 010 | Introduction to Ethnic Studies | 3 |
| ETH 011 | Ethnic Film: Reel Studies | 3 |
| ETH 020 | African American Culture | 3 |
| ETH 030 | Chicana/o Culture | 3 |
| ETH 035 | Sociology of the Chicana/o Experience | 3 |
| ETH 040 | Vietnamese American Culture and Experience | 3 |
| ANTH 063 | Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| OR equivalent | ||
Total Units
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Major Courses | 37 | |
| Pre-requisite Courses | 15-18 | |
| Course Supportive of the Major | 3 | |
| General Education | 15 | |
| Physical Activity | 1 | |
| Total Units | 71-74 | |