University of the District of Columbia (Department of Nursing and Allied Health)
The Department of Nursing and Allied Health offers the A.A.S. degrees in Mortuary Science, Medical Radiography, Nursing, and Respiratory Therapy, and the B.S. in Nursing (RN-BSN).
The mission of the Department of Nursing and Allied Health is to provide exemplary educational experiences to an ethnically diverse population with a particular emphasis on the needs in the District of Columbia. The Department provides an intellectually challenging and nurturing environment that fosters the development of competent and compassionate practitioners who will assist individuals on the continuum from wellness/ illness, dying, death, and care of human remains. Students are assisted in the development of critical thinking skills, problem solving, technical, and social skills through active participation in classroom and practicum experiences.
All of the programs in the Department of Nursing and Allied Health are fully accredited by their respective professional accrediting body.
NURSING PROGRAM
The University offers the A.A.S. in Nursing and the B.S. in Nursing (RN-Completion). The curricula reflect high standards of professional practice and incorporate guidelines from practice trends, professional organizations, and accrediting agencies. Both the AASN and the BSN are fully accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditating Commission (NLNAC) and are approved by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing.
The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Nursing is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills for eligibility to attain licensure as a registered nurse. Successful completion of the registry examination allows the graduate to enter the health care delivery system as a registered nurse and to provide direct patient care in a variety of settings.
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing – RN/BSN completion – is designed for registered nurses who have already earned an Associate Degree in Nursing or completed a nursing diploma program. The program builds on knowledge attained in previous nursing education and current practice. This program prepares nurses to work in structured and unstructured settings; provide leadership/management in the coordination of care to individuals, families and the community; and provides preparation for graduate study in advance practice roles.
The LPN to RN (LPN to AASN) Accelerated Program is designed to provide the licensed practical nurse educational mobility without unnecessary barriers. Advanced placement into the AASN program will be awarded after the successful completion of the validation courses.
School name: University of the District of Columbia (Department of Nursing and Allied Health)
Address: 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW, Building 44, 102
Zip & city: DC 20008 Washington DC
Phone: 202.274.5899
Web: http://www.udc.edu/academics/nursing/index.htm
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