Diploma in Nursing: curriculum
Concurrent with nursing courses at the College, most students take the required foundational college courses in the biological sciences, social sciences, and humanities at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College or other institutions accredited by agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education. Prior to admission, comparable courses may also be taken at any other approved regionally accredited college. The College of Nursing determines the acceptability of course credit for transfer.
At the completion of the curriculum, the student has attained 66 credits in nursing courses and 44 credits in general education courses, totaling 110 credits. The acceptability and transferability of the College of Nursing and J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College credits depend upon the receiving institution’s admission and placement policies.
course descriptions
All courses must be attempted according to the time frame designated in the curriculum plan. Courses may be taken earlier than designated, but may not be taken later unless the student is repeating the course. All prerequisites must be met before the student progresses each semester. Diploma nursing courses at the College of Nursing are taught within a 16-week semester, unless otherwise noted. General education courses may be taken at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College or other institutions accredited by agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education.
See the Student Catalog and Handbook to view Diploma in Nursing Curriculum.
