About the Program
The Associate Degree in Accelerated Track Registered Nursing program prepares the student for licensure as an RN at the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) level. The three-semester program provides theory and clinical content required for registered nursing licensure. Upon completion of the degree, the student will be eligible for the national/state licensure examination for registered nursing.
A registered nurse can seek employment in a variety of settings: acute care hospital, community/home health care, skilled and long-term care, clinics, physician offices and any number of private industries that interface with healthcare delivery. A national shortage of registered nurses is predicted for the next two decades.
Admission to the Program:
Students are admitted by application only. Contact the Nursing Department or visit www.butte.edu/healthoccupations for application dates and materials.
General Requirements:
- Age 17 or older with a 12th grade education or equivalent.
- Prerequisites: Must be completed with a minimum C grade for each prior to application, and an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher
- CMST 2, 2H, 4 or 10 (select one option)
- ENGL 2 or ENGL 3
- FN 2 or FN 50
- PSY 1
- Math Competency (which may be satisfied by high school coursework)
- Biology Prerequisites: These three courses must be completed with combined GPA of 2.5 or higher, minimum C grade for each, and no more than one repetition of any one of these courses
BIOL 15 - Introduction to Microbiology
BIOL 20 - Human Anatomy
BIOL 21 - Human Physiology
- Required Course: ANTH 4, ANTH 4H, SOC 2, or SOC 4 (select one option). May be in progress during the application process.
- A minimum composite score of 62 on the latest version of the TEAS test.
- All non-nursing coursework required for graduation must be completed prior to start of the program.
- Applicants that have failed more than once from any nursing program (LVN and/or RN) are ineligible to apply.
Admission to the program is based on the following point system:
- TEAS (composite score on first attempt of any distinct version)
- 25 points for composite score of 80.00-100.00
- 15 points for composite score of 75.00-79.99
- 5 points for composite score of 70.00-74.99
- 0 points for composite score of 62.00-62.99
- Human Anatomy, Human Physiology and Microbiology GPA (after first time taking it)
- 25 points for an overall GPA of 4.0 or higher
- 15 points for an overall GPA of 3.50-3.99
- 5 points for an overall GPA of 3.00-3.49
- 0 points for an overall GPA of 0.00-2.99
- Healthcare Experience
- 25 points for 1800 hours or more worked in the last 2 years as a CNA, EMT, LVN, Paramedic, Monitor Tech, Perinatal Tech, Surgery Tech, ED Tech, Patient Monitors, Patient Care Support Techs or Corpsman
- 15 points for 1000 hours or more worked in the last 2 years as a CNA, EMT, LVN, Paramedic, Monitor Tech, Perinatal Tech, Surgery Tech, ED Tech, Patient Monitors, Patient Care Support Techs or Corpsman
- 5 points for 500 hours or more worked in the last 2 years as a CNA, EMT, LVN, Paramedic, Monitor Tech, Perinatal Tech, Surgery Tech, ED Tech, Patient Monitors, Patient Care Support Techs or Corpsman
- 0 points for no qualifying healthcare experience
- Permanent Residence in Butte, Glenn, Tehama or Plumas counties (must provide documentation)
- 25 points for living within Butte, Glenn, Tehama or Plumas counties in California
- 0 points for living outside these California counties
Total Possible Points - 100
The top 48 applicants with the highest points will be admitted.
Applicants that have failed more than once from any nursing program (LVN and/or RN) are ineligible to apply.
Persons with substance abuse issues or with conviction of crimes substantially related to the practice of nursing may not be granted a license by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Fingerprints are a required part of the application for licensure. Records that are expunged or sealed, and juvenile records will be accessed and reviewed.
Program Requirements
For current program requirements -> 2024-2025
Program Goal: Career
GE Pattern(s): Butte Local
Program Code: 43185.00AS
Program Learning Outcome(s):
Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
Adhere to standards of professional practice and practice within legal, ethical and regulatory framework.
Demonstrate effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication using compassion and cultural awareness resulting in trusting relationships.
Provide comprehensive assessments with a holistic view of the client using the functional health assessment.
Demonstrate evidenced-based practice and the use of critical thinking based on the nursing process to provide the foundation for appropriate clinical decision making
Adapt care when providing nursing interventions to assist the clients in achieving desired outcomes.
Develop individualized teaching plan based on assessed needs.
Demonstrate decision-making coordination with the client, significant support person(s) and members of the healthcare team.
Demonstrate effective management through gathering information, planning, and directing in collaboration with the healthcare team to assist the client to move toward positive outcomes in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
17.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 34.00
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course utilizes the conceptual framework of the nursing curriculum to provide the foundation for nursing practice. Common threads integrated throughout the program are nursing process, nutrition, medication administration, cultural diversity, communication and professional roles. Topics include an introduction to nursing care, legal and ethical aspects, therapeutic communication, and concepts underlying current professional practice. This course provides a foundation to prepare the student to use critical thinking and the nursing process in providing direct patient care. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
17.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 34.00
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of pharmacology, with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and related nursing implications for the major drug classes. Nursing process and cultural implications will be discussed for the basic drug classifications. Topics Include Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System, Anti-Infective and Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Immune and Chemotherapy Drugs, Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal Tract & Nutrition, Dermatologic, Ophthalmic, and Otic Drugs, Coagulation Modifier and Diuretic Drugs. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
30.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 60.00
Total Course Hours: 90.00
This course examines the pathophysiological foundations of health and disease and introduces the role of the nursing process in the maintenance, restoration and promotion of health. This course also explores concepts and challenges in client management in acute and chronic illnesses. Emphasis is placed on developing familiarity with the role of the professional nurse: gathering information, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning interventions, implementation or care, medication administration, and evaluation of outcomes. Topics include perioperative care, fluid and electrolyte balance and disturbances, parenteral therapy, oncology, diabetes and respiratory disorders. The focus is on the care of clients with acute and chronic problems and client education. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 2.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
48.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 96.00
Total Course Hours: 144.00
This course examines the pathophysiological foundations of health and disease and introduces the role of the nursing process in the maintenance, restoration and promotion of health. This course also explores concepts and challenges in client management in acute and chronic illnesses. Emphasis is placed on developing familiarity with the role of the professional nurse: gathering information, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning interventions, implementation or care, medication administration, and evaluation of outcomes. Topics include perioperative care, fluid and electrolyte balance and disturbances, parenteral therapy, oncology, diabetes and respiratory disorders. The focus is on the care of clients with acute and chronic problems, and client education. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 2.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 110.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 110.00
This course applies theory from NSG 1, NSG 2, NSG 3, and NSG 4 in the skills lab. Emphasis will be placed upon the role of the registered nurse in delivery of basic bedside care, mastery of basic nursing skills, medication administration, and applying the nursing process to delivery of safe care. Pass/No Pass only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 216.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 216.00
This course applies theory from NSG 1, NSG 2, NSG 3, and NSG 4 to the hospitalized client utilizing clinical experience in hospitals to provide services to adult clients. Emphasis will be placed upon the role of the registered nurse in delivery of basic bedside care, medication administration, and applying the nursing process to delivery of safe care. Pass/No Pass only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
30.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 60.00
Total Course Hours: 90.00
This course utilizes the conceptual framework of the nursing curriculum to provide the foundation for nursing practice. Common threads integrated throughout the program are nursing process, nutrition, medication administration, cultural diversity, communication and professional roles. Topics include an introduction to nursing care, legal and ethical aspects, therapeutic communication, and concepts underlying current professional practice. This course provides a foundation to prepare the student to use critical thinking and the nursing process in providing direct patient care. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
30.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 60.00
Total Course Hours: 90.00
This course prepares the Associate Degree Nursing student to care for clients in the pediatric setting. The focus is on family centered pediatric nursing beginning in the newborn period through the care of the adolescent child. Using the nursing process approach, the course will include normal and high risk newborn and infant care, normal child health care, and acute pediatric care. In addition, content related to the child at risk will be addressed. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
30.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 60.00
Total Course Hours: 90.00
This course is designed to enable the student to acquire knowledge and skills in the systematic observation of patients with psychopathologic syndromes and developmental disabilities. Students will also increase their general knowledge of the dynamics, etiology, and treatment of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on further development of the nurse's therapeutic self, and the utilization of the nursing process. This course is specifically directed toward the identification of nursing care goals, approaches, and interventions which are applicable to any patient experiencing psychological distress. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 0.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
12.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 24.00
Total Course Hours: 36.00
This course addresses the nursing of adult clients with acute and chronic illnesses. Common chronic and acute illnesses, adaptation to, and acute episodes of these illnesses in the acute hospital setting are covered. Physical assessment of the adult, normal development and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, sexuality, cultural factors, and prevention and early detection measures appropriate to the various nursing problems are discussed. Nursing process to promote adaptation is stressed throughout the course. Topics include cardiovascular disorders. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 2.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 108.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 108.00
This course provides directed clinical experience in acute hospitals and agencies that provide services for maternity and pediatric clients. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation for maternity and pediatric clients. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse in caring for obstetric and pediatric clients and prevention of complications related to maternity, pediatric clients, and client education. Pass/No Pass only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 216.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 216.00
This course provides directed clinical experience in acute hospitals and agencies that provide services for mental health and medical/surgical clients. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation for mental health and medical/surgical clients. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse in caring for clients with acute and chronic problems, prevention of complications related to mental health and medical/surgical clients, and client education. Observation and participation in a variety of community mental health settings allows the student to use the theory in supervised practice. Pass/No Pass only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 0.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
8.50 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 17.00
Total Course Hours: 25.50
This course provides an opportunity for students enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program to develop skills in leading and managing patient care and prepare for passage of the licensure examination. Content includes presentation of the registered nurse's role in planning, organizing, staffing and directing safe patient-centered care. Professional and social issues in leadership and management will also be discussed. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.50
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
25.50 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 51.00
Total Course Hours: 76.50
This course focuses on the needs of the older adults and the disabled/chronically ill older adult in the community, home health, and dementia care settings. Course content builds on the student's knowledge of the aging process by the study of dynamics, etiology, and treatment of the rapidly growing aging population. Emphasis is placed on assisting client adaptation to normal age-related changes and chronic aging conditions as well as healthy/robust aging practices. Course content includes geriatric nursing, management of chronic illness, and healthy aging. The nursing process is utilized to assist the student in the planning of goal directed care for this client population. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 1.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
17.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 34.00
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of pharmacology, with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and related nursing implications for the major drug classes. Nursing process and cultural implications will be discussed for the basic drug classifications. Topics Include Central Nervous System Agents, Anti-Epileptic & Anti-Parkinson Drugs, Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System, Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System, Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System, Men's and Women's Health Drugs. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 4.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
68.00 hours Lecture
Out of Class Hours: 136.00
Total Course Hours: 204.00
This course covers the nursing care of adult clients with high risk, complex, and critical health care problems and adaptation to these problems. Students will study the nursing process related to the care of patients with multiple system disorders, unstable medical conditions, and critical health care disorders. This course emphasizes pathophysiology, complex issues in nursing process and professional and advocacy nursing roles. Topics include Emergency and Critical Care, Hemodynamic monitoring, renal system, hematology/Immune System, Endocrine Disorders, Shock and Neurology. Graded only.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program
Unit(s): 6.00
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 323.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 323.00
This course provides students with directed clinical experience in hospitals, community health agencies and agencies that provide services to the acutely ill adult, to the elderly or those having disabilities/chronic conditions. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation to individuals who have acute or chronic illness, disabilities, or are elderly in the hospital or in the community. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse to promote illness prevention, community health, and positive aging and client independence. Pass/No Pass only.
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Laurie Bowles, Chair
(530) 895-2356
Department Office: AHPS 251
(530) 895-2328
Counseling and Advising:
(530) 895-2378
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