Online Pre-Nursing Associate Degree Program

Program Overview

The Associate of Science in General Studies - Pre-Nursing program at Herzing University prepares students for nursing school by providing a foundation in nursing pathophysiology, pharmacology, and other general education subjects. The 60-credit program takes 16 months to complete and is delivered online with a mix of labs and lectures. Graduates can pursue careers as nursing assistants, LPNs, or RNs in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• **Objective: The Associate of Science in General Studies - Pre-Nursing is a 60-credit undergraduate program that prepares students to qualify for nursing school in the future.
• Overview:
Students who fall short of the minimum GPA requirement to enroll in the BSN nursing program can begin their nursing education, earn an associate degree, and improve their GPA enough to qualify for entry into a pre-licensure BSN program with Herzing University. The degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in general education subjects, nursing pathophysiology and pharmacology, psychology, nutrition, social issues and technology, and much more.
• Highlights:
Career-focused curriculum, flexible schedule, virtual services, lifelong support, rolling admissions. 2023 Herzing Graduate Survey results: 90%+ overall student satisfaction rate.

Outline:

• Program Content:
The program's content includes courses in nursing pathophysiology, pharmacology, psychology, nutrition, social issues and technology, and other general education subjects.
• Program Structure:
The program comprises 60 credits of coursework and takes 16 months to complete. Courses are delivered online with a balanced mix of labs and lectures.
• Course Details:
> The following courses are offered as part of the program: > - English Composition I > - Information Literacy > - Speech > - English Composition II > - Cultural Diversity > - Introduction to Humanities > - Humanities and Contemporary Popular Culture > - College Algebra > - Statistics > - Nursing Pathophysiology > - Pharmacology > - Psychology > - Developmental Psychology > - Principles of Nutrition > - Social Issues and Technology > - Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses > - Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses > - Professional Development I for Nursing
• Unique Approaches:
The program may offer individualized advising and career counseling services.

Careers:

• Career Paths:
Graduates of the program can pursue career opportunities in nursing, such as nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse (LPN), or registered nurse (RN).
• Career Opportunities:
Graduates may find employment in hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare settings.
• Career Outcomes:
Graduates may have the opportunity to advance their careers in nursing through further education or experience.