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 (406-275-4922), email: nursingadmissions@skc.edu, and the website (nursing.skc.edu).
A.S.N. Degree Requirements
Fall (Level I Nursing)
| NSGD203 | Introduction to Nursing | 1 |
| NSGD211 | Health Assessment | 3 |
| NSGD317 | Pathophysiology I | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Native American Studies General Education Open | 3 |
| SPCH100 | Basic Communications | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |
Winter (Level I Nursing)
Spring (Level I Nursing)
Fall (Level II Nursing)
Winter (Level II Nursing)
| NASD101 | History of Indians in the United States | 3 |
| NSGD252 | Medical-Surgical Nursing III | 7 |
| NSGD354 | Mental Health Nursing II | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Spring (Level II Nursing)
Associate of Science in Nursing Degree
Total General Education and Prerequisite Credits: 44
Total Nursing Credits: 60
Total Degree Credits: 104