Associates Degree of Science in Nursing

The ASN program at AMA is a Pre-licensure program for undergraduate study leading to the Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Nursing. This Pre-licensure program is designed to prepare students for a professional nursing career. This is a two-year program that prepares students for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX).

The AMA Associate Degree in Nursing prepares students for eligibility to apply for the Registered Nurse National Council Licensing Examination.

The AMA nursing program is fully accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

Program Details

Program Hours:
77 SEMESTER CREDITS

Program Length:
96 Weeks

Program Award:
Degree

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Program Summary

Admission Requirements

1

SUBMIT PROGRAM
APPLICATION

Obtain and complete the Program Application
Present a high school diploma or GED

2

ADMISSIONS
INTERVIEW

Interview with the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing

3

SUBMIT REGISTRATION
AND DOCUMENTATION

Obtain and complete the ASN Registration
Submit all required documentation

*Note: All students will be required to pass a nursing entrance exam prior to enrolling and participating in core nursing courses.*

Program Objectives

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as a Registered Nurse (RN); the student can apply to the Florida Board of Nursing to take the RN-NCLEX exam to acquire a Florida Nursing License. This will allow the student to work at a profession level of nursing. The student will be able to see employment in Hospitals, Clinics, Home Health Center, Schools and Doctors’ Offices.

Upon successful completion of this program the student shall be able to:

Provide a learning environment that will lead to successful completion of program objectives.
Prepare a responsible and accountable professional nurse who uses critical thinking while providing competent, safe, client/patient care.
Prepare the graduate to provide nursing care in a variety of settings.
Prepare the graduate to value personal and professional growth as lifelong learners.
Prepare the graduate to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN® examination on first take and become gainfully employed.
Provide competent, safe nursing care.
Incorporate the nursing process as the foundation for nursing practice.
Demonstrate respect for the client/patient of diverse backgrounds.
Practice with integrity and respect for the individual.
Implement current knowledge of theory-evidenced-based practice, and critical-thinking skills in the care and management of client/patients, families, and community.
Apply principles of collaboration, communication, change, and education during all client/patient interaction.
Provide client/patient care incorporating the use of technology.
Adapt to the evolving health care environment by valuing professional development, lifelong learning, and advancement of the nursing profession.
Practice within the boundaries of the State Nurse Practice Act.