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Associate of Science Nursing Bridge (AA93)  Degree

The two-year associate-level nursing program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for positions in the nursing profession. The curriculum is designed to produce highly-trained, technically advanced, 2023-2025 Degree Programs 113 Degree Programs competent, and caring individuals who are prepared to practice professional nursing in a variety of health care settings. The purpose of the program is to provide the learner with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitude to practice competently and safely as a beginning nurse generalist in a variety of acute and long-term care settings. The nurse is viewed as a caring, holistic person who possesses critical thinking/problem-solving skills, integrity, accountability, a theoretical knowledge base, refined psychomotor skills, and a commitment to life-long learning. Program graduates receive an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree. Graduates are then eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-RN and licensure by the Georgia Board of Nursing, graduates are employable as registered nurses in a variety of settings.

Entrance date: Each semester

Program Length: 6 terms

Program Admission Requirements: A High School diploma or equivalent is required plus achievement of appropriate scores on the college's placement test or submission of acceptable SAT or ACT scores.

Applicant must be at least 17 years of age.

A student must have an unencumbered LPN license from the state of GA, subject to background and drug testing for clinical sites, six months experience as an LPN.

Acceptance into the Associate of Science in Nursing Bridge program does not guarantee participation in the clinical setting. A physical examination is required prior to entering the clinical facility.

A drug test and a criminal background check may be a stipulation of the clinical facility before beginning the clinical rotation. Failure to complete such requirements to the satisfaction of the clinical facility could prohibit the clinical experience, thus, terminating participation before graduation.

Credits required for graduation: 61

Curriculum Outline (61 hours)
General Education Core 15
Area I - Language Arts/Communications 3
ENGL 1101

Explores the analysis of literature and articles about issues in the humanities and in society. Students practice various modes of writing, ranging from exposition to argumentation and persuasion. The course includes a review of standard grammatical and stylistic usage in proofreading and editing. An introduction to library resources lays the foundation for research. Topics include writing analysis and practice, revision, and research. Students write a research paper using library resources and using a formatting and documentation style appropriate to the purpose and audience.

 3
Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences 3
XXXX xxxxSocial/Behavioral Science Course 3
Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (select one mathematics course below) 3
MATH 1111

Emphasizes techniques of problem solving using algebraic concepts. Topics include fundamental concepts of algebra, equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, and systems of equations; optional topics include sequences, series, and probability or analytic geometry.

 3
MATH 1103

This course focuses on quantitative skills and reasoning in the context of experiences that students will be likely to encounter. The course emphasizes processing information in context from a variety of representations, understanding of both the information and the processing, and understanding which conclusions can be reasonably determined. Students will use appropriate technology to enhance mathematical thinking and understanding. Topics covered in this course include: sets and set operations, logic, basic probability, data analysis, linear models, quadratic models, exponential and logarithmic models, geometry, and financial management.

3
Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts 3
XXXX xxxxHumanities/Fine Arts Course 3
And one additional course from Area I, II, III, or IV (3 Hours)(as approved by program advisor) 3
Occupational 46
BIOL 2113
Corequisite: BIOL 2113L

Introduces the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the development of a systemic perspective of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Topics include body organization, cell structure and functions, tissue classifications, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous and sensory systems.

 3
BIOL 2113L
Corequisite: BIOL 2113

Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 2113. The laboratory exercises for this course include body organization, cell structure and functions, tissue classifications, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous sensory systems. Please Note: Transferability of online lab courses to your prospective institution may vary. We recommend verifying with your institution's admissions or academic department whether they accept online lab courses for credit

1
BIOL 2114
Prerequisites: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L

Continues the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, blood and lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system,and reproductive system.

 3
BIOL 2114L
Prerequisites: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L

Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 2114. The laboratory exercises for this course include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, blood and lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. Please Note: Transferability of online lab courses to your prospective institution may vary. We recommend verifying with your institution's admissions or academic department whether they accept online lab courses for credit

1
BIOL 2117
Corequisite: BIOL 2117L

Provides students with a foundation in basic microbiology with emphasis on infectious diseases. Topics include microbial diversity, microbial cell biology, microbial genetics, interactions and impact of microorganisms and humans, microorganisms and human disease.

 3
BIOL 2117L
Corequisite: BIOL 2117

Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 2117. The laboratory exercises for this course include microbial diversity, microbial cell biology, microbial genetics, interactions and impact of microorganisms and humans, microorganisms and human disease. Please Note: Transferability of online lab courses to your prospective institution may vary. We recommend verifying with your institution's admissions or academic department whether they accept online lab courses for credit

1
RNSG 1650

This course focuses on the information required to safely administer drugs and monitor the effects of drug therapy. Emphasis is placed on dosage calculations and principles of pharmacology including drug actions, interactions, and nursing implications for broad classifications of medications. Students are expected to utilize the nursing process and critical thinking in the administration of prescribed medications, taking a medication history, and teaching patients about medications in a simulated setting prior to administering medications in a variety of health care settings.

3
RNSG 1651Transition to Professional RN Practice 8
RNSG 1652Adult Health Nursing I 6
RNSG 1653Mother/Baby Family and Pediatric Nursing 5
RNSG 1654Adult Health Nursing II 9
RNSG 1655Mental Health Nursing 3
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