Nursing A.S.N. Program, Associate of Science
Student Learning Outcomes
The Associate Degree Program encompasses the four competencies expected of students: critical thinking, communication, culturally congruent care, and citizenship.
Upon completion of the ASN program, graduates will be able to:
- Critical thinking- Utilize critical thinking and evidence-based interventions to coordinate holistic care.
- Communication- Utilize effective written and verbal communication and information technology to collaborate with health care members, patients and their families.
- Culturally Congruent Care- Provide culturally congruent care to reduce health disparities.
- Citizenship- Demonstrate citizenship, integrity, self-reflection, and life long learning in nursing practice.
All nursing program information can be accessed through the Nursing Department (406-275-4909), email: nursingadmissions@skc.edu, and the website (nursing.skc.edu).
A.S.N. Degree Requirements
Fall (Level I Nursing)
Winter (Level I Nursing)
NSGD 221 | Foundations of Nursing | 4 |
ELECTIVE
| FAH Intro | 3 |
NSGD 318 | Pharmacology I | 3 |
NSGD 337 | Pathophysiology II | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Spring (Level I Nursing)
Fall (Level II Nursing)
NSGD 241 | Medical/Surgical Nursing II | 6 |
NSGD 343 | Mental Health Nursing | 3 |
NAS
| FAH List A | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Winter (Level II Nursing)
NSGD 251 | Medical/Surgical Nursing III | 6 |
NSGD 353 | Gerontology | 3 |
NASD 101 | History of Indians in the US HCT | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Spring (Level II Nursing)
Associate of Science in Nursing Degree
Total General Education Credits: 38
Total Nursing Credits: 60
Total Degree Credits: 98