# Nursing (NSG) courses Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 66 courses Source: https://butte.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/25393/28400/28038 "Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027. ### NSG 1 — Accelerated Track Foundations of Practice - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course utilizes the conceptual framework of the nursing curriculum to provide the foundation for nursing practice. Common threads integrated throughout the program are nursing process, nutrition, medication administration, cultural diversity, communication and professional roles. Topics include an introduction to nursing care, legal and ethical aspects, therapeutic communication, and concepts underlying current professional practice. This course provides a foundation to prepare the student to use critical thinking and the nursing process in providing direct patient care. Graded only. ### NSG 2 — Accelerated Track Pharmacology I - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of pharmacology, with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and related nursing implications for the major drug classes. Nursing process and cultural implications will be discussed for the basic drug classifications. Topics Include Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System, Anti-Infective and Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Immune and Chemotherapy Drugs, Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal Tract & Nutrition, Dermatologic, Ophthalmic, and Otic Drugs, Coagulation Modifier and Diuretic Drugs. Graded only. ### NSG 3 — Accelerated Track Medical Surgical Nursing IA - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course examines the pathophysiological foundations of health and disease and introduces the role of the nursing process in the maintenance, restoration and promotion of health. This course also explores concepts and challenges in client management in acute and chronic illnesses. Emphasis is placed on developing familiarity with the role of the professional nurse: gathering information, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning interventions, implementation or care, medication administration, and evaluation of outcomes. Topics include: fluid and electrolyte balance and disturbances, parenteral therapy, diabetes and respiratory disorders. The focus is on the care of clients with acute and chronic problems and client education. Graded only. ### NSG 4 — Accelerated Track Medical Surgical Nursing IB - **Units:** 2.5 - **Hours:** 42.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course examines the pathophysiological foundations of health and disease and introduces the role of the nursing process in the maintenance, restoration and promotion of health. This course also explores concepts and challenges in client management in acute and chronic illnesses. Emphasis is placed on developing familiarity with the role of the professional nurse: gathering information, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning interventions, implementation or care, medication administration, and evaluation of outcomes. Topics include fluid and electrolyte balance and disturbances, parenteral therapy, diabetes and respiratory disorders. The focus is on the care of clients with acute and chronic problems, and client education. Graded only. ### NSG 5 — Accelerated Track Foundations Clinical - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 102 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course applies theory from NSG 1, NSG 2, NSG 3, and NSG 4 in the skills lab. Emphasis will be placed upon the role of the registered nurse in delivery of basic bedside care, mastery of basic nursing skills, medication administration, and applying the nursing process to delivery of safe care. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 6 — Accelerated Track Clinical I - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 204 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course applies theory from NSG 1, NSG 2, NSG 3, and NSG 4 to the hospitalized client utilizing clinical experience in hospitals to provide services to adult clients. Emphasis will be placed upon the role of the registered nurse in delivery of basic bedside care, medication administration, and applying the nursing process to delivery of safe care. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 7 — Accelerated Track Normal and Advanced Obstetrics Nursing - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course utilizes the conceptual framework of the nursing curriculum to provide the foundation for nursing practice. Common threads integrated throughout the program are nursing process, nutrition, medication administration, cultural diversity, communication and professional roles. Topics include an introduction to nursing care, legal and ethical aspects, therapeutic communication, and concepts underlying current professional practice. This course provides a foundation to prepare the student to use critical thinking and the nursing process in providing direct patient care. Graded only. ### NSG 8 — Accelerated Track Normal and Advanced Pediatric Nursing - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course prepares the Associate Degree Nursing student to care for clients in the pediatric setting. The focus is on family centered pediatric nursing beginning in the newborn period through the care of the adolescent child. Using the nursing process approach, the course will include normal and high risk newborn and infant care, normal child health care, and acute pediatric care. In addition, content related to the child at risk will be addressed. Graded only. ### NSG 9 — Accelerated Track Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course is designed to enable the student to acquire knowledge and skills in the systematic observation of patients with psychopathologic syndromes and developmental disabilities. Students will also increase their general knowledge of the dynamics, etiology, and treatment of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on further development of the nurse's therapeutic self, and the utilization of the nursing process. This course is specifically directed toward the identification of nursing care goals, approaches, and interventions which are applicable to any patient experiencing psychological distress. Graded only. ### NSG 10 — Accelerated Track Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing II - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course addresses the nursing of adult clients with acute and chronic illnesses. Common chronic and acute illnesses, adaptation to, and acute episodes of these illnesses in the acute hospital setting are covered. Physical assessment of the adult, normal development and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, sexuality, cultural factors, and prevention and early detection measures appropriate to the various nursing problems are discussed. Nursing process to promote adaptation is stressed throughout the course. Topics include cardiovascular disorders. Graded only. ### NSG 11 — Accelerated Track Obstetrics and Pediatric Nursing Clinical - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 102 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course provides directed clinical experience in acute hospitals and agencies that provide services for maternity and pediatric clients. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation for maternity and pediatric clients. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse in caring for obstetric and pediatric clients and prevention of complications related to maternity, pediatric clients, and client education. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 12 — Accelerated Track Clinical Medical/Surgical II and Mental Health Nursing - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 204 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course provides directed clinical experience in acute hospitals and agencies that provide services for mental health and medical/surgical clients. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation for mental health and medical/surgical clients. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse in caring for clients with acute and chronic problems, prevention of complications related to mental health and medical/surgical clients, and client education. Observation and participation in a variety of community mental health settings allows the student to use the theory in supervised practice. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 13 — Accelerated Track Associate Degree Nursing Capstone - **Units:** 0.5 - **Hours:** 8.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md) This course provides an opportunity for students enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program to develop skills in leading and managing patient care and prepare for passage of the licensure examination. Content includes presentation of the registered nurse's role in planning, organizing, staffing and directing safe patient-centered care. Professional and social issues in leadership and management will also be discussed. Graded only. ### NSG 14 — Accelerated Track Gerontology and Community Based Nursing - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md) This course focuses on the needs of the older adults and the disabled/chronically ill older adult in the community, home health, and dementia care settings. Course content builds on the student's knowledge of the aging process by the study of dynamics, etiology, and treatment of the rapidly growing aging population. Emphasis is placed on assisting client adaptation to normal age-related changes and chronic aging conditions as well as healthy/robust aging practices. Course content includes geriatric nursing, management of chronic illness, and healthy aging. The nursing process is utilized to assist the student in the planning of goal directed care for this client population. Graded only. ### NSG 15 — Accelerated Track Pharmacology II - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md) This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of pharmacology, with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and related nursing implications for the major drug classes. Nursing process and cultural implications will be discussed for the basic drug classifications. Topics Include Central Nervous System Agents, Anti-Epileptic & Anti-Parkinson Drugs, Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System, Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System, Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System, Men's and Women's Health Drugs. Graded only. ### NSG 16 — Accelerated Track Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing III - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 68 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md) This course covers the nursing care of adult clients with high-risk, complex, and critical health care problems and adaptation to these problems. Students will study the nursing process related to the care of patients with multiple system disorders, unstable medical conditions, and critical health care disorders. This course emphasizes pathophysiology, complex issues in the nursing process and professional and advocacy nursing roles. Topics include emergency and critical care, hemodynamic monitoring, renal system, liver, biliary duct, and pancreas problems, cancer, perioperative, hematology/immune system, endocrine disorders, shock and neurology. Graded only. ### NSG 17 — Accelerated Track Clinical III - **Units:** 6 - **Hours:** 306 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md) This course provides students with directed clinical experience in hospitals, community health agencies and agencies that provide services to the acutely ill adult, to the elderly or those having disabilities/chronic conditions. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation to individuals who have acute or chronic illness, disabilities, or are elderly in the hospital or in the community. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse to promote illness prevention, community health, and positive aging and client independence. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 18 — Fundamentals of Nursing - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 51 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Vocational Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 7 - **Hours:** 357 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Vocational Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Vocational Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 51 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Vocational Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Vocational Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 28 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Vocational Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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. ### NSG 31 — Clinical Nursing II - **Units:** 7 - **Hours:** 357 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Corequisite:** NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36 and NSG 37 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Corequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 51 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Corequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Corequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 37 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 - **Corequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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. ### NSG 41 — Clinical Nursing III - **Units:** 7 - **Hours:** 357 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Corequisite:** NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 47, NSG 49 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Corequisite:** NSG 41, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 47, NSG 49 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Corequisite:** NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 44, NSG 47, NSG 49 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Corequisite:** NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 47, NSG 49 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Corequisite:** NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 49 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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 - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 31, NSG 32, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 - **Corequisite:** NSG 41, NSG 42, NSG 43, NSG 44, NSG 47 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) 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. ### NSG 50 — Principles of I.V. Therapy and Blood Withdrawal - **Units:** 2.5 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Graduate Vocational Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course provides the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with state certification in intravenous (IV) therapy and blood withdrawal. The theory related to legal responsibilities, infection control, fluid and electrolytes, composition of parenteral solutions, technique for venipuncture, equipment and transfusion therapy are presented based on state guidelines. Hands on experience is provided during lab time with IV and blood withdrawal equipment and simulation arm models. The student will be required to complete three venipunctures and blood withdrawals on clients in a clinic setting, as per state requirements. This course provides 36 hours of continuing education for the LVN. ### NSG 51 — Accelerated Track Transition to ADN Nursing I - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in NSG 127. The course expands the students' understanding of the registered nurse’s role as part of the healthcare team. Course content emphasizes medical/surgical knowledge, competencies and skills essential for successful performance in the LVN’s advanced placement of the ADN program. There will also be review of OB and Peds content to ensure preparation and success in the ADN program. Clinical application of the registered nurse’s role will be incorporated within the simulation and skills lab environment. Graded only. ### NSG 52 — Accelerated Track Transition to ADN Nursing II - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 76.5 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course assists the LVN in acquiring nursing skills and processes necessary for functioning in the of an associate degree-nursing program. Course content emphasizes medical/surgical knowledge, competencies and skills essential for successful performance in the LVN’s advanced placement of the ADN program. The course content will focus on competencies expected of the graduate ADN. Graded only. ### NSG 53 — Accelerated Track Clinical Medical/Surgical II (30 Unit Option) - **Units:** 0.5 - **Hours:** 8.5 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Accelerated Track Registered Nursing Program - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course is designed for students receiving a 30 unit option only. The 30 unit option is a certificate only and will not receive a degree. Approval for taking this course is made with the Nursing Department Chair. This course addresses the nursing of adult clients with acute and chronic illnesses. Common chronic and acute illnesses, adaptation to, and acute episodes of these illnesses in the acute hospital setting are covered. Physical assessment of the adult, normal development and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, sexuality, cultural factors, and prevention and early detection measures appropriate to the various nursing problems are discussed. Nursing process to promote adaptation is stressed throughout the course. Topics include cardiovascular disorders. Graded only. ### NSG 54 — Foundations of Practice - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 51 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Associate Degree Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 55, NSG 56 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course utilizes the conceptual framework of the nursing curriculum to provide the foundation for nursing practice. Common threads integrated throughout the program are nursing process, nutrition, medication administration, cultural diversity, communication and professional roles. Topics include an introduction to nursing care, legal and ethical aspects, therapeutic communication, and concepts underlying current professional practice. This course provides a foundation to prepare the student to use critical thinking and the nursing process in providing direct patient care. Graded only. ### NSG 55 — Medical Surgical Nursing I - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 68 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Associate Degree Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 54, NSG 56 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course examines the pathophysiological foundations of health and disease and introduces the role of the nursing process in the maintenance, restoration and promotion of health. Emphasis is placed on developing familiarity with the role of the professional nurse: gathering information, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning interventions, implementation or care, medication administration, and evaluation of outcomes. Graded only. ### NSG 56 — Clinical Nursing I - **Units:** 5 - **Hours:** 255 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to Associate Degree Nursing Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 54, NSG 55 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course applies theory from Foundations of Practice and Medical Surgical Nursing I to the hospitalized client utilizing simulated skills lab and clinical experiences in hospitals to provide services to adult clients. Emphasis will be placed upon the role of the registered nurse in delivery of basic bedside care, medication administration, and applying the nursing process to delivery of safe care. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 60 — Maternity Nursing - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 54, NSG 55, NSG 56 - **Corequisite:** NSG 62, NSG 63, NSG 66 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course prepares the Associate Degree Nursing student to care for clients in the maternity setting. The focus is on family centered maternity nursing beginning in the prenatal period through the care of the family in the postpartum period and care of the newborn. Using a nursing process approach, study includes normal and high risk maternal care and normal and high risk infant care. In addition, content related to the male and female reproductive system is addressed. Graded only. ### NSG 61 — Pharmacology - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to ADN Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 67, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of pharmacology, with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and related nursing implications for the major drug classes. Nursing process and cultural implications will be discussed for the basic drug classifications. Graded only. ### NSG 62 — Medical-Surgical Nursing II - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 68 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 54, NSG 55, NSG 56 - **Corequisite:** NSG 60, NSG 63, NSG 66 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course explores concepts and challenges in client management in acute and chronic illness. Topics include perioperative care, fluid and electrolyte balance and disturbances, parenteral therapy, oncology, and diabetes. Focus is on the care of clients with acute and chronic problems, and client education. Graded only. ### NSG 63 — Pediatric Nursing - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 54, NSG 55, NSG 56 - **Corequisite:** NSG 60, NSG 62, NSG 66 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course prepares the Associate Degree Nursing student to care for clients in the pediatric setting. The focus is on family centered pediatric nursing beginning in the newborn period through the care of the adolescent child. Using the nursing process approach, the course will include normal and high risk newborn and infant care, normal child health care, and acute pediatric care. In addition, content related to the child at risk will be addressed. ### NSG 64 — Transition to ADN Nursing I - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 17 hours lecture - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course assists the LVN in acquiring nursing skills and processes necessary for functioning in the second year of an associate degree-nursing program. The course introduces the philosophy and conceptual framework of the program and the roles of the registered nurse as a care provider. The course content will focus on competencies expected of the graduate ADN, communication and critical thinking skills, legal and ethical role, RN role development, math computations in dimensional analysis format and nursing assessment and documentation. Graded only. ### NSG 65 — Transition to ADN Nursing II - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Currently licensed as a Licensed Vocational Nurse - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in NSG 64. The course expands the student's understanding of the registered nurse's role as part of the health care team. Course content emphasizes medical/surgical knowledge, competencies and skills essential for successful performance in the second year of the ADN program. Clinical application of the registered nurse's role will be incorporated within the simulation environment. Graded only. ### NSG 66 — Clinical Nursing II - **Units:** 5 - **Hours:** 255 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** NSG 54, NSG 55, NSG 56 - **Corequisite:** NSG 60, NSG 62, NSG 63 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course provides directed clinical experiences in acute hospitals and agencies that provide services for maternity, pediatric, perioperative and medical/surgical clients. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation to for maternity, pediatric, perioperative and medical/surgical clients. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse in caring for clients with acute and chronic problems, prevention of complications related to maternity, pediatric, perioperative and medical/surgical clients, and client education. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 67 — Complex Medical/Surgical Nursing III - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 68 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to ADN Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course addresses the nursing of adult and geriatric clients with acute and chronic illnesses. Students study common chronic and acute illnesses, adaptation to, and acute episodes of these illnesses in the acute hospital setting. Physical assessment of the adult, normal development and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, sexuality, cultural factors, and prevention and early detection measures appropriate to the various nursing problems are discussed. Nursing process to promote adaptation is stressed throughout the course. Graded only. ### NSG 68 — Clinical Nursing III - **Units:** 5 - **Hours:** 255 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Admission to ADN Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 69 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course provides students with directed clinical experiences in hospitals, community health agencies and agencies that provide services to the acutely ill adult, to the elderly, or to those having disabilities/chronic conditions. Through the use of the nursing process, the student will provide care, teaching, support, and rehabilitation to individuals who have acute or chronic illness, disabilities, or are elderly, in the hospital or in the community. Emphasis will be upon the role of the registered nurse to promote illness prevention, community health, and positive aging and client independence. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 69 — Gerontology/Community Based Nursing - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to ADN Program - **Corequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 68 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course focuses on the needs of the older adults and the disabled/chronically ill older adult in the community, home health, and dementia care settings. Course content builds on the student's knowledge of the aging process by the study of dynamics, etiology, and treatment of the rapidly growing aging population. Emphasis is placed on assisting client adaptation to normal age-related changes and chronic aging conditions as well as healthy/robust aging practices. Course content includes geriatric nursing, management of chronic illness, and healthy aging. The nursing process is utilized to assist the student in the planning of goal directed care for this client population. ### NSG 74 — Associate Degree Nursing Capstone - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Corequisite:** NSG 77, NSG 78, NSG 79 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course provides an opportunity for students enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program to develop skills in leading and managing patient care and prepare for passage of the licensure examination. Content includes presentation of the registered nurse's role in planning, organizing, staffing and directing safe patient-centered care. Professional and social issues in leadership and management will also be discussed. Graded only. ### NSG 77 — Complex Medical/Surgical Nursing IV - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 68 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Corequisite:** NSG 74, NSG 78, NSG 79 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course covers the nursing care of adult clients with high risk, complex, and critical health care problems and adaptation to these problems. Students will study the nursing process related to the care of patients with multiple system disorders, unstable medical conditions, and critical health care disorders. This course is a continuation of topics addressed in NSG 67 and emphasizes pathophysiology, complex issues in nursing process and professional and advocacy nursing roles. Graded only. ### NSG 78 — Clinical Nursing IV - **Units:** 5 - **Hours:** 255 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Corequisite:** NSG 74, NSG 77, NSG 79 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course is an exploration of the various preventive and treatment methods used within interdisciplinary settings for persons experiencing various psychosocial/development disorders. Observation and participation in a variety of community mental health settings allows the student to use the theory in supervised practice. In addition, students will utilize the nursing process to generate nursing decisions in providing care in the hospital setting for adult clients with multiple system disorders, unstable medical conditions, and critical health care disorders. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 79 — Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Corequisite:** NSG 74, NSG 77, NSG 78 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course is designed to enable the student to acquire knowledge and skills in the systematic observation of patients with psychopathologic syndromes and developmental disabilities. Students will also increase their general knowledge of the dynamics, etiology, and treatment of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on further development of the nurse's therapeutic self, and the utilization of the nursing process. This course is specifically directed toward the identification of nursing care goals, approaches, and interventions which are applicable to any patient experiencing psychological distress. Graded only. ### NSG 88 — Med/Surg III (30 Unit Option) - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** Admission to ADN Program, NSG 64 - **Corequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 68, NSG 69 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course is designed for students receiving a 30 Unit option ONLY. The 30 Unit option is a certificate only and will not receive a degree. Approval for taking this course is made with the Nursing Department Chair. This course addresses the nursing of adult and geriatric clients with acute and chronic illnesses. Students study common chronic and acute illnesses, adaptation to, and acute episodes of these illnesses in the acute hospital setting. Physical assessment of the adult, normal development and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, sexuality, cultural factors, and prevention and early detection measures appropriate to the various nursing problems are discussed. Nursing process to promote adaptation is stressed throughout the course. Graded only. ### NSG 89 — Med/Surg IV (30 Unit Option) - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 34 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** NSG 61, NSG 68, NSG 69, NSG 88 - **Corequisite:** NSG 74, NSG 78, NSG 79 - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course is designed for students receiving a 30 Unit option ONLY. The 30 Unit option is a certificate only and will not receive a degree. Approval for taking this course is made with the Nursing Department Chair. This course covers the nursing care of adult clients with high risk, complex, and critical health care problems and adaptation to these problems is addressed. Students will study the nursing process related to the care of patients with multiple system disorders, unstable medical conditions, and critical health care disorders. This course is a continuation of topics addressed in NSG 88 and emphasizes pathophysiology, complex issues in nursing process and professional and advocacy nursing roles. Graded only. ### NSG 97 — Special Problems-NSG - **Units:** 1-3 - **Hours:** 51-153 hours independent study - **Prerequisite:** Permission of instructor - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules Supervised study and practice in solving special problems in the student's career major. Any student interested in registering for a Special Problems course should contact a full-time instructor or chair/coordinator in the appropriate area no later than the last day of the tenth week of instruction. Students may not petition for a Special Problems course until they have completed satisfactorily 12 units of study at Butte College. 51-153 hours Independent Study. This course may be repeated to a maximum of 3.00 units. ### NSG 99 — Work Experience-NSG - **Units:** 0.5-8 - **Hours:** 25.5-408 hours independent study - **Prerequisite:** Permission of Work Experience Education instructor and employment supervisor - **Transfers to:** CSU - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules Work experience is an experiential course where students apply what they have learned in the classroom to a work environment. The course offers students the opportunity to develop technical skills, explore possible career choices, build confidence, network with people in the field, and transition into the world of work. Work experience may include paid or unpaid employment. Students may earn one semester unit of college credit in this course for every fifty-one hours of work experience. Students may enroll in this course up to 8 unit(s) to complete the entire curriculum of the course. A maximum of sixteen units can be earned in work experience courses during a student’s enrollment with Butte College. ### NSG 100 — CNA Basic Nursing Care, Theory - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 68 hours lecture - **Corequisite:** NSG 101 - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 4 sections (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 4 sections (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course covers the Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA) theory of care in long term settings. The major focus is patient care skills, patient care procedures, and how to respond to individuals and occurrences associated with long term care. Additional content in the course presents the role and responsibilities of the certified nursing assistant, basic principles of asepsis, safety, nutrition and rehabilitation. Successful completion of this course and NSG 101 qualifies the student to take the Written and Manual Skills testing for State Certification. Graded only. ### NSG 101 — CNA Basic Nursing Care, Clinical - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 153 hours lab - **Corequisite:** NSG 100 - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 4 sections (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md); Spring 2027, 4 sections (/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/nsg.md) This course provides the necessary laboratory and clinical experience for development of skills and competencies in basic nursing for a Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA). Successful completion provides the required laboratory/clinical experience necessary to qualify for the Written and Manual Skills testing for State Certification. Pass/No Pass only. ### NSG 102 — CNA Acute Care - **Units:** 4 - **Hours:** 42.5 hours lecture, 76.5 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Current CNA License - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course provides the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) the knowledge and skills needed to function in an acute care setting. Topics include Scope of Practice guidelines, effective communication, and proper procedures for care of patients with a variety of conditions in the acute care setting. Students will learn about common acute and chronic conditions that require hospitalization and surgical procedures that patients undergo in the acute care setting. Graded only. ### NSG 103 — Home Health Aide for the CNA - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 25.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Active CNA certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course provides the theory and laboratory experiences required for state-Certified Nursing Assistants to become eligible for Home Health Aide certification. Content includes: orientation to home health care, personal care of clients including medical and social needs; nutrition, safety and cleanliness in the home. Graded only. ### NSG 300 — CNA Nursing Practicum - **Units:** 0 - **Hours:** 51 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Permission of instructor - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course is designed to prepare students and former students to pass the Certified Nursing Assistant Certification exam per the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). This course reviews and reinforces the skills, knowledge and requirements demanded by CDPH. Practical and technical instruction will be applied towards the minimum hour requirement to qualify for the board examinations. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit. ### NSG 301 — LVN Nursing Practicum - **Units:** 0 - **Hours:** 102 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Permission of instructor - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/nsg.md) This course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the NCLEX - LVN, fulfilling the Licensure requirements set by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). It offers a comprehensive review of the essential knowledge, skills, and BVNPT standards. In addition to exam preparation, students will have the opportunity to make-up missed clinical hours and receive hands-on tutoring to strengthen practical skills. All practical and technical training contributes toward the minimum hours requirement for board exam eligibility. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit. ### NSG 306 — RN Nursing Practicum - **Units:** 0 - **Hours:** 127.5 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** Permission of instructor - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027 schedules This course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the NCLEX-RN, fulfilling the licensure requirements set by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). It offers a comprehensive review of essential knowledge, skills, and BRN standards. In addition to exam preparation, students will have the opportunity to receive hands-on tutoring to strengthen practical skills. All practical and technical training contributes toward the minimum 500-hour requirement for board exam eligibility. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit.