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 The nursing program prepares students to become registered nurses at the associate degree level and trains them to administer nursing care to individuals, families and communities in a variety of health care settings. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX Registered Nurse (RN) licensure examination.
The curriculum blends nursing courses with general education courses to provide a sound theoretical base for nursing practice. Clinical experiences are concurrent with didactic experiences during the four semesters.
With the world population living longer and needing more care, the career outlook is excellent for the nursing field. Graduates from the associate degree program can pursue a baccalaureate degree (BSN) through articulation agreements with the University of Southern Maine, University of New England, Husson College, and St. Joseph's College.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
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Systematically apply the nursing process to provide care to clients in a variety of health care settings.
- Demonstrate client-centered caring behaviors and actions that result in an environment of hope and trust.
- Adhere to professional behaviors within the legal, ethical, and professional standards of practice.
Curriculum
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| Course Number |
General Education Requirements |
Credits |
| BIOL-130 |
Anatomy & Physiology I |
3 |
| BIOL-131 |
Anatomy & Physiology I Lab |
1 |
| BIOL-135 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
3 |
| BIOL-136 |
Anatomy and Physiology II Lab |
1 |
| BIOL-250 |
Microbiology |
5 |
| ENGL-100 |
English Composition |
3 |
| ENGL-115 |
Introduction to Literature |
3 |
| PSYC-100 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| PSYC-220 |
Developmental Psychology |
3 |
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Arts and Humanities Elective |
3 |
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Social Science Elective |
3 |
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Total Core Requirements |
31 |
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| Course Number |
Academic Major Requirements |
Credits |
| NURS-100 |
Dosage Calculation |
1 |
| NURS-125 |
Nursing I |
9 |
| NURS-175 |
Nursing II |
9 |
| NURS-225 |
Nursing III |
9 |
| NURS-275 |
Nursing IV |
9 |
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Total Credits Required For Degree |
68 |
** Include clinical practicum with lab two days per week
*** For LPN upgrade applicants only
Prerequisite College-Level Courses
Dosage Calculations
Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab
English Composition
Due to a very limited number of seats, applying as early as possible is strongly recommended. The nursing program has complex admission requirements and application process. Students who wish to be matriculated while completing prerequisites should apply to General Studies. Please visit www.smccME.edu for a complete list of nursing admission requirements, prerequisites, and full course descriptions.
Due to the high number of qualified Maine applicants, SMCC is unable to consider out-of-state applicants to the Nursing program, except for the LPN Upgrade, at this time.
The Nursing program is approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing, 161 Capitol Street, 158 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0158, 287-1133, and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, New York, NY, 10006, 212-363-5555, ext. 153.
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