Registered Nursing

Registered Nursing Associate of Science

The study of nursing is the application of knowledge from the arts and sciences. The purpose of the Bakersfield College Associate Degree Program is to provide the foundation for students to become competent registered nurses. The ADN Program respects the individuality of students and recognizes that each student has different educational, experiential, cultural, spiritual, economic, and social backgrounds and a unique support system. The aim of the program is to provide a positive, innovative learning model that fosters the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills so that the graduate nurse is equipped to deliver care to a culturally diverse population in a variety of healthcare settings. Career Opportunities: Employment in a variety of healthcare facilities and settings. Estimated Program Costs (Gainful Employment): The estimated cost for the entire program is approximately $7,570 For information on Estimated Program Costs, please visit our website at: https://www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/nursing/rn Upon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in each course, the student will be eligible for a Registered Nursing Associate of Science degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to utilize the nursing process and evidence-based practice to facilitate optimal client outcomes for diverse cultures across the lifespan and in a variety of settings.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of the professional nurse as defined by the California Nursing Practice Act, standards of nursing practice, considering legal, moral, and ethical principles.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to communicate and collaborate effectively, in both oral and written formats, employing patient care technologies and information systems, with individuals, families, populations, communities, and the interdisciplinary team across the health care continuum.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance quality improvement and safety initiatives at individual and systems levels of care.

• 5. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to assume the roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession as an entry-level nurse.

Program Requirements