Associate of Science Degree in Nursing
Program Description (Major Code: NU63)
The Atlanta Technical College Associate of Science in Nursing Degree Program is an integral part of the parent institution and provides a broad frame of learning opportunities based on the sciences and humanities. The ASN Program provides a course of study that prepares the graduate as a generalist practitioner in nursing. The program prepares the student to practice with a diverse population across the life span. The curriculum design moves from simple to complex and education is guided by the use of the nursing process as well as critical thinking. Throughout this program, experiences both didactic and practicum develops the individual's ability to provide quality nursing care. After successful completion of the program, the graduate has met the requirements to take the licensure examination to become a Registered Nurse.
Mission Statement
The Atlanta Technical College Associate of Science in Nursing Program (ASN) supports the mission and commitment of Atlanta Technical College to produce competitive graduates and provide continuing educational opportunities for professional growth as well as lifelong learning to our constituents. The mission of the ASN program is to educate qualified students to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN Examination, to provide knowledge for career mobility, and to prepare the graduate to assume responsibilities of an RN involving a diverse community in a variety of health care settings.
Admissions Requirements
College Admission
Students who wish to be admitted to the Associate of Science in Nursing Program must be enrolled full time at Atlanta Technical College and be identified as program ready by meeting the admission requirements listed below.
Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Admission Requirements
Spring Admission Information
The Spring (January 2021) admission cycle will be open from August 1st, 2020 to October 31st, 2020. The following are required to be turned into AHSubmissions@atlantatech.edu in order for your application to be reviewed.
Attendance to a nursing information session is a requirement for admission. Email Ms. Chandra Duncan-Scott at cduncan-scott@atlantatech.edu to get registered for a nursing information session. Sessions will be held via WebEx. The dates and times are as follows:
- September 1st at 4pm
- September 8th at 4pm
- September 22nd at 4pm
- October 6th at 4pm
- October 20th at 4pm
- October 27th at 4pm
The ASN program utilizes a competitive admission process to select students. Program faculty and the Enrollment Services staff designed the process to ensure maximum opportunity for student success in the program and on the NCLEX-RN examination.
The program admits students once per year during summer semester for fall semester. Applicants must submit all required documentation to the Student Success Center by the requested due date to receive consideration in the selection process.
Applicants must be in good academic standing at the time of selection to receive consideration as candidates for admission. Applicants not selected for the program may reapply during subsequent admission intake periods. Applicants must complete the application process for each attempt at program entry. Only current classes taken, those five years or less, will be considered during the reapplication process.
Applicants must meet the criteria listed below to be considered for admission into the ASN Program:
- Must be 18 years of age;
- Must complete and sign application for admission and submit a non-refundable application fee to the college (Business Office);
- Must be admitted into the college and accepted into an approved program to complete general education courses.
- Must complete and sign ASN Program application for admission and submit it to the Student Success Center by due date. Applications received after determined due date will not be accepted.
- Submit official high school or GED transcripts and/or official college transcripts from all colleges attended in the past to the Office of Enrollment Services (see General Admission Requirements);
- Must take and pass the ATI (TEAS) 65% or better for program admission, to be identified by the Student Success Center and faculty;
- Must meet all eligibility requirements for entry into ASN Program, including but not limited to achieving a minimum grade of (B) in MATH 1101 OR MATH 1111, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113 Lab, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114 Lab, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117 Lab, are less than five (5) years old;
- Must ensure that transfer courses from other approved institutions of higher education are no more than five (5) years old; these include MATH 1101 OR MATH 1111, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113 Lab, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114 Lab, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117 Lab *Requirements for transferring courses from another approved institution includes ensuring MATH 1101 OR MATH 1111, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113 Lab, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114 Lab, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117 Lab, are less than five years old;
- Must understand that Nursing curriculum courses will not be considered for transfer credit;
- After successful completion of general education courses program curriculum, in order to meet eligibility for the ASN Program, the student must achieve a minimum, overall CGPA of 3.0;
- Must have a baseline criminal background check no less than three months prior to beginning the first clinical experience. Name of agency performing the background check as well as procedure will be shared with student during the beginning of the course clinical component. Students should be aware that background checks are required at various intervals of the program by many clinical agencies. These agencies reserve the right to prohibit clinical experience based on negative background checks. Criminal background checks will be required at various intervals throughout the program, as designated by the program faculty.
Blood and Airborne Pathogens: Students enrolled in Category I and II programs at Atlanta Technical College will be performing tasks in which there is a normal occurrence for exposure to blood, other potentially infectious body materials, and airborne pathogens. These tasks will be performed in the classroom, laboratory, and others as designated by the clinical sites; and clinical activities for each occupational training program/course. Students will be required to present documentation of Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis immunizations as a result of potential occupational exposure. Students should contact their program directors for more information on policies and procedures regarding blood and airborne pathogens.
Course Outline
Curriculum
General Education Courses (15 Credits)
Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Both Required)
Area II – Social/Behavioral Science
Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics – Select one of the following
Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts – Select one of the following
Non General Education Degree Courses (12 Credits)
Occupational Courses (39 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 69
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 6 Credits
Estimated Program Cost: $12,726