Nursing, Registered

Minimum Units Required: 60.0 units

The Registered Nursing Program at Solano Community College is a 2-year Associate Degree Program fully approved by the CA Board of Registered Nursing and is subject to its regulations regarding the education and training of nurses. Successful completion of the program qualifies the student to apply to the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become a Registered Nurse. The practice of nursing requires knowledge of the biological, behavioral, and physical sciences, as well as knowledge of, and the ability to speak, to read, and to write the English language proficiently. This program follows the policy of non-discrimination set forth by the Governing Board of Solano Community College. The Associate in Science Degree is awarded upon successful completion of the major. (general education requirements must be completed prior to entrance into program). All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. See "Requirements for Admission to Registered Nursing Program" for all prerequisites needed for application

Program Learning Outcomes

• Educate patients, families, and communities in health promotion behaviors that increase health and wellness and decrease disease and illness in populations and communities

• Synthesize principles of the nursing process and critical thinking- utilizing memory and recall- to assist individuals, families and communities to achieve positive adaptation to changes in health or a peaceful death.

• Integrate technology and evidence-based concepts of nursing practice across the health care continuum to ensure quality patient centered care.

Program Requirements