Prerequisites

• Some or all of the following are required. Talk to a faculty adviser.
• This program has special admissions procedures. For information, visit http://rn.highline.edu  or stop by Admissions/Entry Services in Building 6, upper level.
• See courses marked with an asterisk (*)

 Important Notes

• This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
• Students must achieve a minimum 2.5 GPA in all prerequisite coursework and a minimum 2.0 grade in each core course.
• AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
• Not all classes are offered every quarter.
• This program is currently offered on a full-time basis only.
• Program admission is selective, based on a system of factored points. For specific program admission information, visit Admissions/Entry Services or the program Website.
• Taking courses outside of nursing while in the program is extremely challenging due to heavy load and irregular schedule.

AAS Learning Outcomes

1. Employ critical decision making to prioritize and appropriately attend to client specific needs using data collection and analysis, problem identification, care planning, care delivery and evaluation of care.
2. Provide accurate verbal and written communications using appropriate technology, while adapting to consider the needs of culturally and educationally diverse clientele and interdisciplinary health care team members.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in psychomotor skills, computation, therapeutic communication, client education and use of technology in provision of nursing care.
4. Function as an effective member of the health care team, practicing collaborative leadership, delegation and client advocacy to provide goal-oriented care.
5. Perform optimally in the dynamic health care system by incorporating evidence based on practice and continuing education in client care.
6. Adhere to scope of professional practice and contribute to the profession through participation in professional organizations and sociopolitical awareness.