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Total Units: 49

Term 1

16 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.

	Course Name	Units	Notes
	NSG 18: Fundamentals of Nursing	3.00
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Vocational Nursing Program Corequisite(s): NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Unit(s): 3.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 51.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 102.00 Total Course Hours: 153.00 This course focuses on the client-centered study of fundamental nursing concepts applicable to all clinical areas in vocational nursing. Graded only.
	NSG 21: Clinical Nursing I	7.00
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Vocational Nursing Program Corequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Unit(s): 7.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 0.00 hours Lecture / 357.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 357.00 In this course students apply fundamental nursing skills and provide client care for adults. The course provides the opportunity to apply didactic information from concurrent nursing courses to the clinical setting. Pass/No Pass only.
	NSG 22: Gerontology Nursing	1.00
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Vocational Nursing Program Corequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 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 introduces the vocational nursing student to the facts and myths of the older population, common conditions and diseases, assistive and restorative resources, and the older person's physiological and psychological responses to illness and medication. Included in the unit is the normal physiological and psychological aging process as well as information supportive of positive and healthy aging. Graded only.
	NSG 23: Pharmacology Nursing	3.00
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Vocational Nursing Program Corequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 24, NSG 28 Unit(s): 3.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 51.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 102.00 Total Course Hours: 153.00 This course covers basic applied pharmacology and major drug groups. Students will learn computation of drug dosages and safe and correct administration of medications. Emphasis will be placed on drug action, pharmacokinetics, adverse drug effects, side effects of drug therapy and nursing process related to drug groups. The course will be closely correlated to concurrent medical-surgical theory and clinical experiences. Graded only.
	NSG 24: Musculoskeletal Nursing	1.00
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Vocational Nursing Program Corequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 28 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 provides a foundation in the study of nursing process, basic physiology and pathophysiology related to adult clients experiencing disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Graded only.
	NSG 28: Role Development	1.00
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Vocational Nursing Program Corequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24 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 focuses on developing therapeutic communication skills in all aspects of nursing care. Nursing process as it applies to interpersonal communication and personality development theory will be integrated throughout course. Graded only.

Term 2

16 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.

	Course Name	Units	Notes
	NSG 31: Clinical Nursing II	7.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Corequisite(s): NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36 and NSG 37 Unit(s): 7.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 0.00 hours Lecture / 357.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 357.00 This course further develops skills developed during Clinical Nursing I and prepares students to provide care for hospitalized patients. Focus is on adult Medical-Surgical nursing as related to concurrent nursing units. Care for the perioperative patient is emphasized. Pass/No Pass only.
	NSG 32: Perioperative Nursing and Client Education	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Corequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course provides an introduction to nursing care related to clients in the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of surgical care. Implications of fluid and electrolyte imbalances and infection control during surgery are also addressed. Included is a focused study of the teaching needs of clients and families in perioperative settings. Development of client education skills, awareness of barriers to client learning, and a review of adult learning styles is included. Medications used during each phase of the perioperative process is addressed. Graded only.
	NSG 35: Cardiovascular and Respiratory Nursing	3.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Corequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 36, NSG 37 Unit(s): 3.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 51.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 102.00 Total Course Hours: 153.00 This course introduces students to the nursing process related to adult clients experiencing disorders of the respiratory, cardiovascular, hematologic, and immune systems. Pathophysiology and medical treatment of diseases of the respiratory, cardiovascular, and immune systems are addressed. Graded only.
	NSG 36: Gastrointestinal and Renal/Urinary Nursing	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Corequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 37 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course provides the student with the tools to use critical thinking skills in application of knowledge in the pathophysiology and nursing care of clients with disorders of the gastrointestinal and renal/urinary systems. Emphasis will be placed on individualized care and teaching of the client and family will focus on biophysical and rehabilitation needs, as well as cultural and psychosocial influences. A brief review of medications appropriate to each disease process will be integrated into the lecture. Graded only.
	NSG 37: Endocrine Disorders	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Corequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course covers basic nursing process, basic physiology, pathophysiology, medical care, complications, and nursing care related to clients experiencing disorders of the endocrine system. Graded only.

Term 3

17 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.

	Course Name	Units	Notes
	NSG 41: Clinical Nursing III	7.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Corequisite(s): NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 47, NSG 49 Unit(s): 7.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 0.00 hours Lecture / 357.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 357.00 This course is a continuation of hospital clinical experience with a concentration on adult Medical-Surgical Nursing. Pass/No Pass only.
	NSG 42: Maternal Child Nursing	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Corequisite(s): NSG 41, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 47, NSG 49 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course provides a foundation in the study of maternal-child care. Maternal-child nursing presents family centered care throughout the perinatal period and continues with the study of family centered care of children from infancy through adolescence. Included are disorders of the reproductive system. Graded only.
	NSG 43: Neurological and Rehabilitation Nursing	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Corequisite(s): NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 44, NSG 47, NSG 49 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course provides a foundation in the study of nursing care and basic physiology and pathophysiology related to clients experiencing disorders of the nervous system. Emphasis is on client, family, and group centered care. This course also addresses biophysical, psychosocial, cultural, and rehabilitation needs of adult clients. Students are introduced to principles and strategies for the promotion of wellness. Graded only.
	NSG 44: Psych/Mental Health Nursing	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Corequisite(s): NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 47, NSG 49 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course is an exploration of the psychology of maladaptive behavior and students are introduced to principles and strategies for the promotion of wellness. Graded only.
	NSG 47: Oncology Nursing	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Corequisite(s): NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 49 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course provides a foundation in the study of oncology nursing care including an introduction to oncology, prevention, detection and medical treatment. Content includes loss, grief, and death and dying. Graded only.
	NSG 49: Role Development and Vocational Relations/Leadership	2.00
Prerequisite(s): NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Corequisite(s): NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 47 Unit(s): 2.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 34.00 hours Lecture Out of Class Hours: 68.00 Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course provides an overview of the role of a nurse manager/supervisor and leader in a structured setting. The focus is on the development of the basic skills that facilitate the management process. Career opportunities, employer/employee relationships and responsibilities, as well as professional expectations are explored. This course will also provide an overview of nursing history, theory, legal and ethical concerns, and scope of practice of the LVN. Graded only.