Career and Technological Programs
The Division of Nursing is an
integral part of the college and offers educational opportunities to qualified
individuals who seek a career in nursing. A student pursues a planned course of
study, which will help him/her develop intellectually, emotionally, and
socially in preparation for nursing practice as a registered nurse (RN).
The associate degree program
is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and
approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing. The nursing program provides a
curriculum, which assists an individual to give safe, effective nursing care
for culturally diverse clients in a variety of health care settings. The
registered nurse functions as a member of the health care team in promoting and
restoring optimal health. The program consists of courses in Fundamentals,
Health & Physical Assessment, Medical/Surgical, Maternal-Child &
Women’s Health, and Pediatric Nursing. A variety of teaching/learning
strategies are utilized throughout the program. In addition to the classroom
hours, the student will participate in clinical, skills, and computer
laboratory experiences. A grade of 75 or higher in each nursing course and a
cumulative academic GPA of 2.00 must be maintained.
Prospective students need to
be aware that clinical, skills and computer laboratory experiences may be
taught during day, evening or night hours and at different locations based on
the availability of appropriate learning experiences for each nursing course.
Certain hours for clinical, skills or computer laboratory experiences cannot be
guaranteed. Transportation to clinical sites is the responsibility of the
student.
Because of the academically
demanding program of study in the nursing curriculum, it is highly recommended
that a student who anticipates enrolling in the nursing program complete
several required general education courses prior to admission.
The College offers many
extra-curricular activities, which supplement the academic program and provide
leadership and diversional opportunities. A nursing
student is encouraged to be active in the Abraham Baldwin College Chapter of
the Georgia Association of Nursing Students (GANS) and to participate in other
college related activities.
Upon graduation the student receives the Associate in Science in Nursing Degree and is eligible to apply to take the examination for licensure as a registered nurse (RN.) Permission to take the licensing examination is granted by the state examining board. Graduates who have been arrested/convicted of a moral and/or legal violation of the law may not be granted permission to take the licensing examination.
Standards for Admission and Retention
Academic Progression Regulations
Curriculum for Generic Weekday Track (Students Entering Nursing in the Fall)
Curriculum for Generic Weekday Track (Students Entering Nursing in the Spring)
Curriculum for Generic Weekend Track
Curriculum for One-Day Transition Track