Getting Your Associate Degree in Nursing
Jobs for nurses in the United States are expected to continue to grow over the next few years. In fact, registered nurse employment will be one of the fastest-growing occupations in the medical industry through 2026.1 Earning your associate degree in nursing can not only help you get your foot in the door, but can also lead to greater opportunities in your future. If you have plans to work as a nurse in the long run, as an LPN or RN, you can enroll in a nursing program to become a skilled and confident nurse in less than two years.
How Long Does It Take to Complete an ADN Program?
The length of time that it will take you to earn your associate degree is as little as two years. Once you earn your ADN, aspiring nurses must complete and pass their national licensing exam. The FVI School of Nursing is an Allied Health school in Florida with a curriculum designed to prepare students to pass the NextGen NCLEX on their first attempt.
Associate Degrees in Nursing
Earning your associate’s degree is one of the many approaches to a nursing education on the way to eventually become an RN. The associate programs offered at our healthcare vocational school are two-year degrees for:
- Associate of Nursing (AN)
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
- Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN)
What You Will Learn in a Nursing Program
In an ADN or ASN program, you’ll be able to spend time in labs and clinical nursing clinics, which provide you with a general idea of what you’ll do as a nurse on a day to day basis. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn skills from a wide range of courses, such as:
- Anatomy
- Basic Nursing Concepts
- Biology
- Emergency Care
- Human Diversity
- Nutrition
- Obstetrical Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Surgical Nursing
The degree plan is 72 credits divided into six semesters. Each semester is 15 weeks long, which includes instruction and evaluation.
Nursing plays such an important role in the healthcare industry, coordinating patient care, educating patients and the public about various health conditions, and providing the advice and emotional support for patients and family members alike. After graduating from a nursing program at a reputable vocational institute and passing the required exams, you’ll be able to find a good nursing job. At the FVI School of Nursing and Technology School of Nursing, we offer continuing student support and career services to help you plan for your future and enter the job market.
With no waiting list, you can start your journey when you’re ready. Contact our admissions specialists to get started on your career in nursing today.
Sources:
- Bureau of Labor Statistics – Registered Nurses Occupational Outlook Handbook
