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AACC's Nursing program has an outstanding reputation with the goal of preparing excellent nurses who are readily employed in the most respected profession in the United States. Our students practice simulated nursing skills in a college lab with state-of-the-art equipment and have the opportunity to receive a variety of clinical experiences in hospitals. Working independently and collaboratively, our nurses have the ability to guide and influence the healthy behavior of others and improve the overall health of the nation.
AACC’s Nursing department is proud to offer the Associate of Science (A.S.) in nursing accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Inc. (ACEN) and approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. We also offer an advanced placement option into the RN program for LPNs, paramedics or veterans. As an additional transfer option, we have a Nursing Transfer degree, which will prepare you to transfer to a four-year institution. Whichever path you choose, we strongly encourage you to meet with an advisor to structure your AACC studies to meet your specific transfer goals.
Are you ready for a career as a registered nurse? Anne Arundel Community College can help! In our 70-credit Registered Nursing program you will gain hands-on experience through simulated skills practice in our state-of-the-art laboratories and clinical settings.
Successful students will earn an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Inc. (ACEN) and approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. With full-time enrollment, students can complete the program in three years.
Certification
Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Our graduates have a higher than average pass rate, both at the state and national level.
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AACC and the American Public University System (APUS) have created an accelerated dual enrollment program that combines credential assessment, credit transfer and online education to enable LPNs, paramedics or veterans admission into the second year of the registered nursing program at AACC.
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The field of nursing includes a number of different career paths. For some, earning a Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) will allow greater involvement in patient care, including healthcare administration, research or clinical teaching positions. The Nursing Transfer A.S. will allow you to transfer to both in- and out-of-state four-year colleges to complete your degree.
Note: this degree is offered through the Department of Biology. Questions should be directed to the science office at 410-777-2260 or sciencedepartment@aacc.edu.
A licensed practical nurse or LPN performs a variety of tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. These tasks may include administering medicine, measuring and recording vitals, and providing general bedside care. AACC’s 41-credit Practical Nursing program offers opportunities to work with state-of-the-art equipment and is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. You will gain hands-on clinical experience in hospitals, on acute medical-surgical, obstetrical and pediatric units; in extended care and rehabilitation facilities; with home health and community health agencies; and through outpatient psychiatric experiences. This evening and weekend program takes one academic year to complete.
You can complete this certificate for less than $6,500.
Certification
Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a certificate. Successful graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination-PN (NCLEX-PN). Our graduates have a higher than average pass rate, both at the state and national level. Upon successful completion of this exam, graduates will be licensed as a licensed practical nurse by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
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I actually have three kids, and so going through that process of being in the labor and delivery room … I've always wanted to be on the other side and felt like I could make that experience for other moms really, really great.
I received the Tess Richards Memorial Scholarship. It's a nursing scholarship program … This has changed my experience. I've been able to afford more nursing school supplies and a little bit more time with my kids and be able to balance that life.
Being a parent and a nursing student has been, I mean, it is very humbling. It's the most proud of myself I've been in a very long time.
Paying for college should be simple! Scholarships are available for the nurses of tomorrow.
After earning a degree in nursing, you can transfer anywhere. But we can make it easier. We have partnerships and transfer agreements in place with many colleges and universities so you can easily transfer when you're ready. Transfer agreements (or articulation agreements, as they’re officially called) are formal arrangements between institutions that allow certain credits to transfer seamlessly from one school to the other. AACC has the following transfer agreements specifically for nursing:
AACC’s School of Continuing Education offers this two-course continuing education program which is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. The program is offered twice a year and successful completion awards students a nursing certification as well as an AACC continuing education certificate.
Interests: Music, spending time with family and supporting her children in their various activities.
A Little More: “I am inspired by the first semester nursing students and their stories about how they chose the path of nursing,” Amy said.
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Juggling between work and school can be one of the most challenging aspects of higher education. In Logan’s case, a scholarship was just what she needed to avoid juggling a part time job with school. Logan has achieved balance in her relationships, studies and finances.
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