ASSOCIATE DEGREE REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM
Our Associate’s Degree in Registered Nursing prepares students for entry-level positions in nursing and to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The nursing program includes nursing courses, general education courses, and clinical experiences in healthcare settings where students will apply knowledge gained to provide safe, patient-centered care. These experiences are in a variety of health care settings such as acute, sub-acute, and long-term care with community-based experiences under the supervision of nursing faculty. In addition, students practice nursing intervention skills in the fully equipped college laboratory. Evening and day sections are available. The program is accredited by the New York State Department of Education Professional Education Program Review and accredited by the New York State Board of Regent.
A CAREER IN NURSING
What does a career in nursing look like? Our admissions staff gets this question quite frequently, and it can be hard to answer because nursing is such a varied profession. From cardiac care to a certified nurse-midwife, dermatology nurse, diabetes nurse, and more, the sky's the limit when it comes to nursing specialties. Our RN program in Brooklyn exposes you to all aspects of nursing, so you can make the right career choice for you. Learn more today.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR RN NURSING PROGRAM
Nursing school is hard, no doubt about it. Nursing is a demanding field. Not only is it technical, but there is so much to learn that it can become overwhelming. You should expect to work hard, and you'll be expected at our RN nursing program to pass your nursing courses with a 77% or better. Time management skills will play a big part in how you handle your nursing studies. At AMG School of Nursing, we offer a great support staff in order to help you navigate your courses and balance your school and personal life. Learn more today.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN AT OUR RN PROGRAM
The goal of our RN program at AMG School of Nursing located in Brooklyn is to give you not only the tools to succeed, but also a wide breadth of knowledge of all aspects of nursing so that you can find your passion and make a difference in people's lives. In our RN program, you'll learn
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Psychology
- Nutrition
- Pharmacology
- Microbiology
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Childbearing Family
- Geriatrics and Mental Health
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
All prerequisites must be completed before applying to the nursing program. Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on selective criteria and ranked according to performance.
Since this is a rigorous program, students with weak basic skills or no previous college-level experience may require a longer period of time to complete the program. To progress through the program, a grade of 77 percent or better in all nursing courses, a grade of “C+” or better in all nursing courses, and satisfactory clinical evaluations are required. All students enrolled in the nursing program must have a yearly physical performed by their health care practitioner and maintain current liability insurance and BLS-C CPR certification while in the program.
COHORT SEQUENCE OF CLASSES/ PROGRAM LAY-OUT
SEMESTER I CREDITS
BIO 140 Human Anatomy & Physiology I and Lab 4
ENG 101 English Composition 3
MAT 101 Math for Allied Health Science 3
NUR 101 Pharmacology 3
Total 13
SEMESTER II CREDITS
NUT 101 Nutrition 3
NUR 102 Fundamental of Nursing 7
BIO 142 Human Anatomy & Physiology II and Lab 4
Total 14
COHORT SEQUENCE OF CLASSES/ PROGRAM LAY-OUT
SUMMER III CREDITS
BIO 150 Microbiology and Lab 4
NUR 210 Medical-Surgical Nursing I 7
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3
Total 14
SEMESTER IV CREDITS
PSY 201 Developmental Psychology 3
NUR 220 Nursing Care of Special Population I: Childbearing Family 5
NUR 230 Nursing Care of Special Population II: Gerontology/Mental Health 5
Total 13
SEMESTER V CREDITS
COM 101Speech and Communications 3
NUR 240 Medical-Surgical Nursing II 7
NUR 250 Transition to Professional Nursing Practice 2
Total 12
Grand Total Credits: 66
Length of Program: 2 Years
CHOOSE AMG SCHOOL OF NURSING TODAY
AMG School of Nursing offers a wonderful RN program in Brooklyn where you can learn all that you need to know and explore your interests. Our experienced staff loves to share their real-world experiences with you as you dive deep into caring for others. With our top-rated curriculum and instructors, you'll be well-prepared for your nursing career. Enroll today!
