Nursing, Associate in Applied Science
Total Program Credits: 60
Triton’s Nursing program provides students with a basic knowledge of nursing theory and practice, humanities, and social and biological sciences. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of settings. Graduates earn an associate in applied science degree and qualify to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) for the registered nurse. Candidates for the RN-NCLEX are required by law to meet fingerprinting requirements, submit to a criminal background check and report conviction of any criminal offenses as part of the licensure application process. The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, 100 West Randolph, Suite 9-300, Chicago, IL 60601, (312/814-4500). The associate in applied science degree is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta GA 30326 (800/669-1656), website:
www.acenursing.org.
Admission is determined by a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and higher, along with TEAS score of 63% and higher. Candidates are required to meet health requirements and criminal background check with no findings, a negative alcohol breath testing and drug screening requirements prior to entry into the clinical setting. Students with a positive background check that include any disqualifying conditions, as defined by Federal and State law will not be allowed to enter the program (TITLE 77: PUBLIC HEALTH).
Candidates are also required to have a current CPR certification and Health Insurance.
Preference is given to candidates who are permanent residents of Triton College’s district. Nursing is a selective admission program with preference for admission given to the most highly qualified individuals for the available seats. Nursing courses have a higher tuition rate and fees.
Due to the complexity of our individual instruction, specialized technology, and clinical experiences, nursing courses have a higher tuition rate and fees. All students must complete all coursework with a grade of "C" or higher. Attendance to the Nursing Information Session is highly encouraged.
Upon successful completion of the Prerequisites and Pre-Admission courses, LPN’s must petition to receive credit for AHL 109, NUR 106, NUR 107, NUR 108, AHL 112*. *With Pharmacology in LPN education. Total 12 credits.
Program prerequisites:
Notes: Completion of a nursing pre-admission test must be within the last two years.
All prerequisite coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher. Math and Science prerequisites must not be more than five years old from the first day of the program.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing program, the graduate will be able to:
- Integrate acquired knowledge and skills necessary to systematically and independently develop a patient centered plan of care based on evidence-based outcomes for a diverse patient population.
- Incorporate the patient, family or support person’s preferences, values, and needs when developing and providing care.to a diverse population.
- Independently utilize clinical reasoning and nursing judgment when developing and implementing an evidence-based plan of patient care to a diverse population.
- Collaborate and coordinate with the health care team, patient, family and support persons in planning and providing care to diverse populations while fostering respect and dignity.
- Independently utilize and evaluates effective communication with diverse patient populations and healthcare members to provide patient centered care.
- Evaluate quality improvement processes to improve patient care outcomes for a diverse population.
- Independently utilize information and patient care technology to support patient care decision making and ensure effective communication.
- Independently demonstrate skills to minimize risk of harm to a diverse patient population and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance.
- Demonstrate professional, legal, and ethical behaviors as a member of multidisciplinary teams, through a practice of caring, competent, patient-centered nursing in conformance with the Illinois's Nursing Practice Act and the American Nurses Association Scope and Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice and Code of Ethics.
(Reviewed Fall 2023)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| BIS 222 ◊ # Principles of Microbiology | Core Course | 4 |
| BIS 240 ◊ # Human Anatomy & Physiology I | Core Course | 4 |
| BIS 241 # ◊ Human Anatomy & Physiology II | Core Course | 4 |
| BIS 242 ◊ # Introduction to Human Pathophysiology | Core Course | 3 |
| EDU 206 ◊ Human Growth and Development | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 109 # Physical Assessment | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 21 |
| AHL 109 Drug Calculations | Core Course | 1 |
| BIS 222 ◊ # Principles of Microbiology | Core Course | 4 |
| BIS 242 ◊ # Introduction to Human Pathophysiology | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 106 # Nursing Concepts and Practice | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 107 # Introduction to Nursing Roles | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 108 # Nursing Roles Clinical | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 109 # Physical Assessment | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 16 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer). |
Notes: AHL 109 meets Triton's Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.
BIS 222◊ meets Triton's Biological Sciences general education requirement.
Optional LPN-RN Bridge Program Entering 2nd Semester.
*For students with an undisciplined Illinois LPN License only.
Once these criteria are met, LPNs can progress to Semester Two.
| AHL 112 # Pharmacology and Drug Administration | Core Course | 3 |
| EDU 206 ◊ Human Growth and Development | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 111 # Adult Health Concepts I | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 113 # Adult Health Clinical I | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 116 # Adult Health Concepts II | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 117 # Adult Health Clinical II | Core Course | 1 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 14 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
Note: EDU 206 meets the Social and Behavioral Science general education requirement.
| RHT 102 # ◊ English Rhetoric and Composition II | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| SPE 101 # ◊ Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 6 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
| NUR 207 # Mental Health Concepts | Core Course | 2 |
| NUR 208 # Mental Health Clinical | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 209 # Maternal Child | Core Course | 2 |
| NUR 211 # Maternal Child Clinical | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 213 # Pediatric Health Concepts | Core Course | 2 |
| NUR 214 # Pediatric Concepts Clinical | Core Course | 1 |
| SOC 100 ◊ Introduction to Sociology | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential) |
| AHL 202 ◊ Comprehensive Medical Ethics | Core Course | 3 |
| NUR 215 # Adult Health Concepts III | Core Course | 4 |
| NUR 216 # Adult Health Clinical III | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 217 # Leadership and Role Transition Concepts | Core Course | 2 |
| NUR 218 # Leadership and Role Transition Concepts Clinical | Core Course | 1 |
| NUR 219 # Exit Seminar | Core Course | 1 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.) |
Note: All program requirements must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher.
See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2024-2025/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/
See NUR course descriptions.
See Special Requirements for Selective Admission Health programs section, which apply to the Nursing program
Coordinator (Clinical Nurse Education): Jamara Starks, Ext. 3922, email: jamarastarks@triton.edu
Chairperson: Dr. Cheryl Davis, Ext. 3769, email: cheryldavis@triton.edu
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |