Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Students can complete the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree in its entirety at �� East Liverpool.

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Program Introduction

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing prepares students for the registered nurse profession. The curriculum is designed to meet the health care needs of the 21^st century. The curriculum focuses on the registered nurse's role in the communities, hospitals, clinics, and home health care.

Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

The Nursing major comprises the following concentrations:

The LPN to ADN concentration is a completer program for students who are licensed practical nurses.
The Paramedic to ADN concentration is a completer program for students who are certified paramedics.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure and contact information for state licensing boards at ��'s website for professional licensure disclosure.

This Program Will Teach You

Upon completion of the program, the student will:

Provide safe and effective nursing care which respects patient values, cultures, and beliefs.
Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration with patients, families, caregivers, and health care team members.
Demonstrate leadership and the ability to manage nursing care in a professional manner following legal and ethical guidelines.
Use quality improvement data and current evidence for delivery of optimal nursing care.
Use technology to communicate, manage knowledge, and support decision-making.

Accreditation

The A.A.S. degree in Nursing is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing. Additionally, the Associate Degree in Nursing Program at �� – College of Applied and Technical Studies located in East Liverpool, Ohio is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326. (404) 975-5000.

The most recent accreditation decision made by ACEN Board of Commission for the Associate Degree in Nursing Program is Continuing Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by ACEN regarding this program at

Information on Student Achievement Data from 2021 – 2023, including NCLEX-RN pass rates and Program Completion rates are available.

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