Nursing Advanced Placement: LPN to ADN, Associate in Science

The associate in science degree in Nursing (ADN) builds upon a liberal arts and science foundation in preparing students to develop the knowledge and skills essential for safe, effective entry level nursing practice. This option is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing; graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Nursing courses provide clinical experiences in health care agencies, in addition to classroom study and laboratory practice. A student must maintain a C or better in all required courses in order to move to the next level and graduate from the program.

Admission to the ADN Advanced Placement option is criterion based. A student may apply for readmission to this option one time, according to program policy. The ADN Option provides Advanced Placement for the LPN.

By allowing applicants to enter the second year of the Associate Degree in Nursing Program, applicants must hold current licensure as an LPN in Massachusetts with one year work experience. Candidates must meet admission requirements and and apply by the deadline. Students accepted for the Advanced Placement will complete a one credit Nursing Transition Course during the summer before entry into the option. Once this course is completed, the student will be given credit for all the first year nursing courses. Plan to see an advisor for more complete information about this graduation requirement.

A minimum of 70 credits is required for graduation.

Accreditation

The Nursing Program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Nursing, Boston MA https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-in-nursing  and is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc., 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400; Atlanta, Georgia 30326; phone: 404-975-5000 https://www.acenursing.org/

 Additional Admission Criteria and Information

Please find additional information here: Required Forms/Criteria Packets for Health Programs.

CORI/CHRI/SORI

Students interested in participation in this academic program are required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit the CORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.

Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/CHRI/SORI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.

CPR

Students are required to be CPR Certified at the Health Care Provider/Professional Rescuer level prior to the start of clinical courses.

Drug Screening

Students enrolled in this academic program are required to pass a drug screening analysis.

Health

Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series, prior to final acceptance to the Program.

Student Professional Liability Insurance

Students are required to carry professional liability insurance. The premium is to be paid at the time of course registration.

Requirements

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO121Anatomy & Physiology I

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

BIO122Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

BIO220Microbiology

4

Information Literacy Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

ENG101English Composition I

3

ENG102English Composition II

3

NUR110Nursing I

4

NUR111Nursing Clinical I

3

NUR112Nursing Lab I

1

NUR113Pharmacology I

1

NUR120Nursing II

4

NUR121Nursing Clinical II

3

NUR122Nursing Lab II

1

NUR123Pharmacology II

1

NUR205Issues in Professional Nursing

2

Public Presentation Intensive

NUR210Nursing III

4

NUR211Nursing Clinical III

5

NUR213Pharmacology III

1

NUR220Nursing IV

5

NUR221Nursing Clinical IV

5

Information Literacy Intensive

Written Communication Intensive

PSY101Introduction to Psychology

3

PSY110Lifespan Psychology

3

SOC101Introduction to Sociology

3

Humanities ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Elective Advice
Humanities Elective: Foreign Language recommended (must meet Global Awareness Intensive)

Courses with PrerequisitesBIO121, BIO122, BIO220, ENG102, PSY110

Courses with Prerequisites and CorequisitesNUR110, NUR111, NUR112, NUR113, NUR120, NUR121, NUR122, NUR123, NUR205, NUR210, NUR211, NUR213, NUR220, NUR221

Required Course Sequence/Pathway Nursing (ADN) Associate Degree

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)

Year 1 Fall

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO121Anatomy & Physiology I

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

ENG101English Composition I

3

NUR110Nursing I

4

NUR111Nursing Clinical I

3

NUR112Nursing Lab I

1

NUR113Pharmacology I

1

PSY101Introduction to Psychology

3

BIO121, ENG101, PSY101: May be taken prior to or concurrent with course sequencing

Year 1 Spring

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO122Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Quantitative Reason Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

ENG102English Composition II

3

PSY110Lifespan Psychology

3

NUR120Nursing II

4

NUR121Nursing Clinical II

3

NUR122Nursing Lab II

1

NUR123Pharmacology II

1

BIO122, ENG102, PSY110: May be taken prior to or concurrent with course sequencing

Year 2 Fall

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
BIO220Microbiology

4

Information Literacy Intensive

Science Technology Intensive

NUR210Nursing III

4

NUR211Nursing Clinical III

5

NUR213Pharmacology III

1

SOC101Introduction to Sociology

3

BIO220, SOC101: May be taken prior to or concurrent with course sequencing

Year 2 Spring

CourseTitleCreditsCore Academic Skill(s)
NUR205Issues in Professional Nursing

2

Public Presentation Intensive

NUR220Nursing IV

5

NUR221Nursing Clinical IV

5

Information Literacy Intensive

Written Communication Intensive

Humanities ElectiveSee Elective Advice

3

Total Credit Hours: 70