# Associate Degree in Nursing (Associate of Science)

Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Nursing

Source: https://catalog.paloverde.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=2&poid=120

Credits: 70.0 - 74.0

The two-year registered nursing program at Palo Verde College is designed to prepare the student with the knowledge and clinical skills required to assume the responsibilities of an entry level registered nurse. Upon graduation the student receives an Associate Degree in Nursing and is eligible to take the national licensure examination to become a registered nurse. ALL prerequisite courses must be completed with a 2.5 GPA, or better, BEFORE applying to the ADN-RN Program. Students need to meet with a nursing advisor to ensure that all prerequisites are completed.

### Program Requirements

#### Required Core Courses - Total 36 Credits

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NUR 251 | Fundamentals in Nursing | 4.5-5 units effective Spring 2027 |
| NUR 252 | Clinical practice for NUR 251 | 5 |
| NUR 255 | Medical-Surgical Nursing l | 5 |
| NUR 256 | Clinical Practice for NUR 255 | 5 |
| NUR 258 | Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing | 1.5 |
| NUR 259 | Clinical Practice for NUR 258 | 0.5 |
| NUR 260 | Family-Child Nursing | 1.5 |
| NUR 261 | Clinical Practice for NUR 260 | 0.75 |
| NUR 262 | Maternal-Newborn Nursing | 1.5 |
| NUR 263 | Clinical Practice for NUR 262 | 0.5 |
| NUR 264 | Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing | 3 |
| NUR 265 | Clinical Practice for NUR 264 | 2.5 |
| NUR 266 | Leadership | 1 |
| NUR 267 | Clinical Practice for NUR 266 | 3.75 |

#### CalGETC

-   In addition to the Core Courses required for the Associate Degree in Nursing, students will also be required to complete the \[not named in the college's catalog\]. Credits: 34 - 38