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Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN

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10-543-1path Associate Degree (AAS) Full Time 66 Credits Financial Aid Eligible Location*: Appleton

*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.

If you are currently a practicing LPN in the state of Wisconsin and want to continue your education to become a registered nurse, this program is designed for you. You can apply 19 credits from your practical nursing program to give you a major jump start. Then continue your training with the latest procedures and technology. You'll get plenty of hands-on experience with a wide range of clinical skills, health assessments and medication administration. Our state-of-the-art health simulation environment gives you access to a variety of life-like training opportunities to build your confidence and skills. Throughout your training, you’ll practice critical thinking, leadership, team building and accurate communications, which will prepare you to work effectively in a variety of environments and with diverse patient populations. Electives allow you to pursue specific areas of interest. Upon completion, you'll be eligible to take the National Council of State Board's examination to become a registered nurse.

Due to program demand, licensure and certification requirements, and Wisconsin laws relating to residency, this program is currently not accepting out-of-state applicants. [Learn more about professional licensure](https://www.fvtc.edu/about-us/facts/student-consumer-information/professional-licensure-and-certification-disclosure) for this program.

COURSE LIST

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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.

    Technical Studies (39 Credits)

    Course Title
    Course Number
    Credits
    Instructional Hours
    Outside Effort Hours**
    Early College Credit Options
    Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
  • Nursing Complex Health Alterations I
    10-543-109
    3Credit
    54
    108
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10543109
    • Credits: 3.00

    Complex Health Alterations I prepares the learner to provide and evaluate care for patients across the lifespan with alterations in cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, and hematologic systems as well as patients with fluid/electrolyte and acid-base imbalance, and alterations in comfort.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is Core Active

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • NURSING 10543105 - Nursing Health Alterations (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543118 - LPN to ADN Pathway (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543135 - Paramedic to Nursing Clinical (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts​

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice​

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills

    • SCIENCE 10806197 - Microbiology

    ​PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543108 - Intro Clinical Care Management (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice​

    • SCIENCE 10806197 - Microbiology

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543118 - LPN to ADN Pathway (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts​

    • SCIENCE 10806197 - Microbiology
  • Mental Health & Community Concepts
    10-543-110
    2Credit
    36
    72
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 72
    • Course Number: 10543110
    • Credits: 2.00

    This course will cover topics related to the delivery of community and mental health care. Specific health needs of individuals, families, and groups will be addressed across the lifespan. Attention will be given to diverse and at-risk populations. Mental health concepts will concentrate on adaptive/maladaptive behaviors and specific mental health disorders. Community resources will be examined in relation to specific types of support offered to racial, ethnic, economically diverse individuals and groups.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is Core Active

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • NURSING 10543106 - Nursing Health Promotion (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543134 - Paramedic to Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    ​

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • COMMUNIC 10801196 - Oral/Interpersonal Comm (Grade of C or better required)

    • COMMUNIC 10801198 - Speech (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1​

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice​

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills

    • NURSING 94543005 - ATI Fee - RN Payment 2- Non-Refundable ​

    ​PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is Core Active

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • COMMUNIC 10801196 - Oral/Interpersonal Comm (Grade of C or better required)

    • COMMUNIC 10801198 - Speech (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543108 - Intro Clinical Care Management

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills

    • NURSING 94543005 - ATI Fee - RN Payment 2- Non-Refundable

    FULL TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543118 - LPN to ADN Pathway (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • COMMUNIC 10801196 - Oral/Interpersonal Comm (Grade of C or better required)

    • COMMUNIC 10801198 - Speech (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1​

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice​

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills

    • NURSING 94543005 - ATI Fee - RN Payment 2- Non-Refundable

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543118 - LPN to ADN Pathway (Grade of C or better required)

    • Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1​

    • NURSING 94543005 - ATI Fee - RN Payment 2- Non-Refundable​
  • Nursing Intermediate Clinical Practice
    10-543-111
    3Credit
    162
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 162
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 10543111
    • Credits: 3.00

    This intermediate level clinical course develops the RN role when working with clients with complex health care needs. A focus of the course is developing skills needed for managing multiple clients across the lifespan and priorities. Using the nursing process, students will gain experience in adapting nursing practice to meet the needs of clients with diverse needs and backgrounds.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is Core Active

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • NURSING 10543107 - Nsg: Clin Care Across Lifespan (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543118 - LPN to ADN Pathway (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543134 - Paramedic to Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1​

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts​

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start

    PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1​

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active OR Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start
  • Nursing Advanced Skills
    10-543-112
    1Credit
    36
    18
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 18
    • Course Number: 10543112
    • Credits: 1.00

    This course focuses on the development of advanced clinical skills across the lifespan. Content includes advanced intravenous skills, blood product administration, chest tube systems, basic electrocardiogram interpretation and nasogastric/feeding tube insertion.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is Core Active

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • NURSING 10543108 - Intro Clinical Care Management (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543118 - LPN to ADN Pathway (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 10543134 - Paramedic to Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1​

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts​

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice​

    PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543107 - Nsg: Clin Care Across Lifespan (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543108 - Intro Clinical Care Management

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts​

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active OR Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice​
  • Nursing Complex Health Alterations II
    10-543-113
    3Credit
    54
    108
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10543113
    • Credits: 3.00

    Complex Health Alterations II prepares the learner to provide and evaluate care for patients across the lifespan with alterations in the immune, neuro-sensory, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, renal/urinary, reproductive systems and shock, burns and trauma. The learner will also focus on management of care for patients with high-risk perinatal conditions and high-risk newborns.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1 (Grade of C or better required)

    • SCIENCE 10806197 - Microbiology (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts

    • NURSING 10543115 - Nsg: Adv Clinical Practice

    • NURSING 10543116 - Nursing Clinical Transition

    PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543109 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 1 (Grade of C or better required)

    • SCIENCE 10806197 - Microbiology (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts
  • Nursing Management & Professional Concepts
    10-543-114
    2Credit
    36
    72
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 72
    • Course Number: 10543114
    • Credits: 2.00

    This course covers nursing management and professional issues related to the role of the registered nurse. Emphasis is placed on preparing for practice as a registered nurse.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543110 - Mental Health Comm Concepts (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543113 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 2

    • NURSING 10543115 - Nsg: Adv Clinical Practice

    • NURSING 10543116 - Nursing Clinical Transition

    PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543113 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 2

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543113 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 2
  • Nursing Advanced Clinical Practice
    10-543-115
    3Credit
    162
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 162
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 10543115
    • Credits: 3.00

    This advanced clinical course requires the student to integrate concepts from all previous courses in the management of groups of clients facing complex health alterations. Students will have the opportunity to further develop critical thinking skills using the nursing process in making clinical decisions. Continuity of care through interdisciplinary collaboration is emphasized.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543111 - Nsg: Intermed Clin Practice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543113 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 2

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts

    • NURSING 10543116 - Nursing Clinical Transition​

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start

    PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543113 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 2 (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543116 - Nursing Clinical Transition​

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start

    PART TIME NURSING - Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543116 - Nursing Clinical Transition​

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start
  • Nursing Clinical Transition
    10-543-116
    2Credit
    108
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 10543116
    • Credits: 2.00

    This clinical experience integrates all knowledge learned in the previous courses in transitioning to the role of the graduate nurse. The course promotes relatively independent clinical decisions, delegation, and works collaboratively with others to achieve client and organizational outcomes. Continued professional development is fostered.

    FULL TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1, 10-543-1HUNU, 10-543-1PARA, 10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543112 - Nursing Advanced Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543113 - Nsg: Complex Health Alterat 2

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts

    • NURSING 10543115 - Nsg: Adv Clinical Practice

    PART TIME NURSING - RN Associate Degree (10-543-1) & Nursing Pathway, LPN to ADN (10-543-1PATH)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543114 - Nsg: Mgt & Profess Concepts (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 10543115 - Nsg: Adv Clinical Practice
  • LPN to ADN Pathway
    10-543-118
    1Credit
    36
    18
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 36
    • Outside Effort Hours: 18
    • Course Number: 10543118
    • Credits: 1.00

    Designed to promote success for licensed practical nurses entering the third semester of the ADN program. Concepts are reviewed and then expanded upon. The course emphasizes five learning plans: calculating mathematical problems, physical assessment, fluid and electrolyte balance, nursing process, and nursing skills.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • COMMUNIC 10801136 - English Composition 1 (Grade of C or better required)

    • COMMUNIC 10801196 - Oral/Interpersonal Comm (Grade of C or better required)

    • SCIENCE 10806177 - Gen Anatomy & Physiology (Grade of C or better required)

    • SCIENCE 10806179 - Adv Anatomy & Physiology (Grade of C or better required)

    • SCIENCE 10806197 - Microbiology (Grade of C or better required)

    • SOC STY 10809188 - Developmental Psychology (Grade of C or better required)

    • SOC STY 10809196 - Intro to Sociology (Grade of C or better required)

    • SOC STY 10809198 - Intro to Psychology (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is in progress in Nursing - Associate Degree Pathway (10-543-1PATH) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 94543046 - ATI Fee - Pathway - No Refund
  • Nursing Fundamentals
    31-543-301
    2Credit
    72
    36
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 36
    • Course Number: 31543301
    • Credits: 2.00

    This course focuses on basic nursing concepts to provide evidence-based care to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. Current and historical issues impacting nursing will be explored within the scope of nursing practice. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for organizing the care of patients.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:​

    • COMMUNIC 10801136 - English Composition 1 (Grade of C or better required)​

    • COMMUNIC 10801196 - Oral/Interpersonal Comm (Grade of C or better required)

    • SOC STY 10809188 - Developmental Psychology (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    AND ANY of the following options:

    • MEDICAL 10501153 - Body Structure and Function (Grade of C or better required)

    • SCIENCE 10806177 - Gen Anatomy & Physiology (Grade of C or better required)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice

    • NURSING 94543007 - ATI Fee-PN 1st Sem - No Refund
  • Nursing Skills
    31-543-302
    3Credit
    108
    54
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 54
    • Course Number: 31543302
    • Credits: 3.00

    This course focuses on development of evidence-based clinical skills and physical assessment across the lifespan. Content includes mathematical calculations and conversions related to clinical skills. In addition the course includes techniques related to obtaining a health history and basic physical assessment skills using a body systems approach.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    ​Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice

    • NURSING 94543007 - ATI Fee-PN 1st Sem - No Refund
  • Nursing Pharmacology
    31-543-303
    2Credit
    72
    36
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 36
    • Course Number: 31543303
    • Credits: 2.00

    This course introduces the principles of pharmacology, including drug classifications and their effects on the body. Emphasis is on the use of the components of the nursing process when administering medications.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice

    • NURSING 94543007 - ATI Fee-PN 1st Sem - No Refund
  • Nursing Intro Clinical Practice
    31-543-304
    2Credit
    108
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 31543304
    • Credits: 2.00

    This introductory clinical course emphasizes basic nursing skills and application of the nursing process in meeting the needs of diverse clients across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on performing basic nursing skills, the formation of nurse-client relationships, communication, data collection, documentation, and medication administration.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Ready - Eligible to Enroll

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology

    • NURSING 94543007 - ATI Fee-PN 1st Sem - No Refund

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start
  • Nursing Health Alterations
    31-543-305
    3Credit
    108
    54
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 54
    • Course Number: 31543305
    • Credits: 3.00

    This course elaborates upon the basic concepts of health and illness as presented in Nursing Fundamentals. It applies theories of nursing in the care of patients through the lifespan, utilizing problem solving and critical thinking. This course will provide an opportunity to study conditions affecting different body systems and apply evidence-based nursing interventions. It will also introduce concepts of leadership and management.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543306 - Nursing Health Promotion

    • NURSING 31543307 - Nsg: Clin Care Across Lifespan

    • NURSING 31543308 - Intro Clinical Care Management

    • NURSING 94543045 - ATI Fee-PN 2nd Sem - No Refund​
  • Nursing Health Promotion
    31-543-306
    3Credit
    108
    54
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 54
    • Course Number: 31543306
    • Credits: 3.00

    This course focuses on topics related to health promotion for individuals and families throughout the lifespan. Topics include reproductive issues, pregnancy, labor and delivery, post-partum, the newborn, and the child, adaptive and maladaptive behaviors applying mental health principles. An emphasis is placed on teaching and supporting healthy lifestyles choices for individuals of all ages. Nutrition, exercise, stress management, empowerment, and risk reduction practices are highlighted. Study of the family will cover dynamics, functions, discipline styles, and stages of development.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543305 - Nursing Health Alterations

    • NURSING 31543307 - Nsg: Clin Care Across Lifespan

    • NURSING 31543308 - Intro Clinical Care Management

    • NURSING 94543045 - ATI Fee-PN 2nd Sem - No Refund​
  • Nursing Clinical Care Across the Lifespan
    31-543-307
    2Credit
    108
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 31543307
    • Credits: 2.00

    This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic interventions to patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to concepts of teaching and learning. Extending care to include the family is emphasized.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543305 - Nursing Health Alterations

    • NURSING 31543306 - Nursing Health Promotion

    • NURSING 31543308 - Intro Clinical Care Management

    • NURSING 94543045 - ATI Fee-PN 2nd Sem - No Refund​

    • NURSING 94543033 - Nursing EHR Simulation System-No Refund After Start
  • Intro to Clinical Care Management
    31-543-308
    2Credit
    108
    0
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 0
    • Course Number: 31543308
    • Credits: 2.00

    This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic nursing interventions to groups of patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to leadership, management, and team building.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • NURSING 31543301 - Nursing Fundamentals (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543302 - Nursing Skills (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543303 - Nursing Pharmacology (Grade of C or better required)

    • NURSING 31543304 - Nursing Intro ClinicalPractice (Grade of C or better required)

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Student is Core Active

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following :

    • NURSING 31543305 - Nursing Health Alterations

    • NURSING 31543306 - Nursing Health Promotion

    • NURSING 31543307 - Nsg: Clin Care Across Lifespan

    • NURSING 94543045 - ATI Fee-PN 2nd Sem - No Refund​

    General Studies (27 Credits)

    Course Title
    Course Number
    Credits
    Instructional Hours
    Outside Effort Hours**
    Early College Credit Options
    Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
  • English Composition I
    10-801-136
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10801136
    • Credits: 3.00

    Learners develop and apply skills in all aspects of the writing process. Through a variety of learning activities and written documents, learners employ rhetorical strategies, plan, organize and revise content, apply critical reading strategies, locate and evaluate information, integrate and document sources, and apply standardized English language conventions.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Oral/Interpersonal Comm
    10-801-196
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10801196
    • Credits: 3.00

    Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Gen Anatomy & Physiology
    10-806-177
    4Credit
    108
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 108
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10806177
    • Credits: 4.00

    Examines basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology as they relate to health sciences. Using a body systems approach, the course emphasizes the interrelationships between structure and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization of the entire human body. It is intended to prepare health care professionals who need to apply basic concepts of whole body anatomy and physiology to informed decision-making and professional communication with colleagues and patients. (This course also provides the foundation, and is prerequisite to, Advanced Anatomy and Physiology.)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Accuplacer Reading 250+ OR ACT Reading 18+ OR PREPLEAR 10836123 - Prep for Anatomy & Physiology OR Reading Level 3 Coursework

    • Accuplacer Sentence 250+ OR HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACT English 18+ OR English Level 2 Coursework

    • SCIENCE 10806134 - General Chemistry (Grade of C or better required) OR SCIENCE 10806135 - College Chemistry 1 (Grade of C or better required) OR 1 Year of High School Chemistry
  • Adv Anatomy & Physiology
    10-806-179
    4Credit
    90
    126

    • Instructional Hours: 90
    • Outside Effort Hours: 126
    • Course Number: 10806179
    • Credits: 4.00

    This course is the second semester in a two-semester sequence that studies normal human anatomy and physiology using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization through learning and laboratory activities.  The course continues examination of these topics: cellular metabolism; individual components of body systems; and homeostatic mechanisms and their relationship to fluid, electrolyte, acid-base balance and blood.  The course also includes integration of genetics to human reproduction and development.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • SCIENCE 10806134 - General Chemistry (Grade of C or better required) OR SCIENCE 10806135 - College Chemistry 1 (Grade of C or better required) OR 1 Year of High School Chemistry

    • SCIENCE 10806177 - Gen Anatomy & Physiology (Grade of C or better required)
  • Microbiology
    10-806-197
    4Credit
    90
    126

    • Instructional Hours: 90
    • Outside Effort Hours: 126
    • Course Number: 10806197
    • Credits: 4.00

    Examines microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, growth and the relationship between humans and microbes. Addresses disease production, epidemiology, host defense mechanisms and the medical impact of microbes. Presents the role of microbes in the environment, industry, and biotechnology.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • SCIENCE 10806134 - General Chemistry (Grade of C or better required) OR SCIENCE 10806135 - College Chemistry 1 (Grade of C or better required) OR 1 Year of High School Chemistry

    • SCIENCE 10806177 - Gen Anatomy & Physiology (Grade of C or better required)
  • Developmental Psychology
    10-809-188
    3Credit
    54
    108
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10809188
    • Credits: 3.00

    Developmental Psychology is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individual conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain an increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ANY of the following options:

    • SOC STY 10809198 - Intro to Psychology

    • Student is in progress in Practical Nursing (31-543-1) Program of Study

    • Instructor Consent
  • Intro to Sociology
    10-809-196
    3Credit
    54
    108
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10809196
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to the fundamental sociological concepts, including sociological perspectives, research methods, the significance of culture in society, and the socialization process. Other topics include deviance, the impact of groups on behavior, societal inequities, global changes, the role of social institutions, and social stratification.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Intro to Psychology
    10-809-198
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10809198
    • Credits: 3.00

    This science of psychology course is a survey of multiple aspects of behavior and mental processes. It provides an overview of topics such as research methods, theoretical perspectives, learning, cognition, memory, motivation, emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, physiological factors, social influences, and development.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
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Expected Competencies

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Eligible Dual Credit Course

What is Dual Credit?

FVTC courses taught at the high school by certified high school teachers. These teachers receive mentorship from FVTC faculty to ensure alignment in competencies, curriculum, and assessments.


  • Students earn both high school and college credits, with grades applying to both transcripts.
  • There is no cost to the school district or family.
  • Dual Credit course availability varies by high school based on factors such as lab space, equipment, and teacher qualifications.

Process:

As part of the annual course planning, students and families should meet with their High School Guidance Counselor to discuss future college and career goals. This conversation will help identify Dual Credit courses that best align with specific pathways.

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Recommended Start College Now Course

What is Start College Now?

Qualified public-school juniors and seniors may enroll in college level classes at FVTC or online, if a comparable course is not offered within their district.

Student Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must have parent/guardian approval.
  • Must meet all course entry requirements.
  • Must be in good academic standing with an acceptable disciplinary record.

Application Process:

Interested students should consult their High School Guidance Counselor to explore course options and complete a “Start College Now” application. Applications must be submitted to High School Counselors by March 1st for fall courses and October 1st for spring courses. If approved by the school board, the cost is covered by the high school.

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Eligible Dual Credit & Recommended Start College Now Course:

What is Dual Credit?

FVTC courses taught at the high school by certified high school teachers. These teachers receive mentorship from FVTC faculty to ensure alignment in competencies, curriculum, and assessments.

  • Students earn both high school and college credits, with grades applying to both transcripts.
  • There is no cost to the school district or family.

**Dual Credit course availability varies by high school based on factors such as lab space, equipment, and teacher qualifications.

What is Start College Now?

Qualified public-school juniors and seniors may enroll in college level classes at FVTC or online, if a comparable course is not offered within their district.

Student Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must have parent/guardian approval.
  • Must meet all course entry requirements.
  • Must be in good academic standing with an acceptable disciplinary record.

Application Process:

Interested students should consult their High School Guidance Counselor to explore course options and complete a “Start College Now” application. Applications must be submitted to High School Counselors by March 1st for fall courses and October 1st for spring courses. If approved by the school board, the cost is covered by the high school.

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This course is not available for Dual Credit or Start College Now due to factors such as course rigor, necessary equipment, and prerequisite requirements.