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The IECC Associate Degree Nursing program is administered at all 4 campuses within the District. All students who attend the nursing program at these sites fall under the ACEN Accreditation umbrella.

Program Overview
The Associate Degree Nursing program prepares individuals to write the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) for licensure as a registered nurse. Registered nurses provide care to people of all ages and in a variety of health care settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians' offices, home care agencies, and community settings. The program is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, website: www.idfpr.com, and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), which is located at 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326; 404/975‐5000, website: www.acenursing.org.

Persons interested in applying to the Nursing Program may contact the Allied Health Advisor at one of the four colleges. All prospective students are required to attend an advisement meeting to complete the application process.

Note: Prerequisite requirements for LSC 2110 and LSC 2111 are found in the course syllabi or in the academic catalog (Course Descriptions).

General education courses must be completed before or during the semester they are scheduled. Students who do not complete the general education courses early or as scheduled will not be allowed to enroll in the next nursing course.

Nursing students must pass all courses in the program with at least a C and maintain a minimum term GPA of 2.0 to proceed through the program.

Practical Nurse Exit Option
The IECC nursing program supports the concept of articulation and educational mobility. Students have the educational mobility option of exiting after the first year at the practical nurse (PN) level or continuing into the second year to complete studies to become a registered nurse (RN). The practical nurse exit is approved by Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. This exit is separate from the Associate Degree Program's ACEN accreditation and not covered under the programmatic umbrella.

Professional Licensure Information
This program of study prepares students to seek a professional licensure or certification in the state of Illinois and may not meet minimum requirements for other states. See the Professional Licensure Disclosure at www.iecc.edu/licensuredisclosure.

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This course will study the structures and functions and cells, tissues, organs, and some organ systems of the human body. These systems include: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, urinary, and reproductive. Fluids, electrolytes, acids, and bases are also discussed. Human cadavers or alternative selected mammal will be used to reinforce anatomical laboratory skills. Physiological mechanisms will also be emphasized. PREREQUISITE: LSC 1101 General Biology I is strongly recommended to be completed prior to enrolling in this course, or two years high school biology, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

Admission into the nursing program is required prior to enrollment in this course. This course introduces person, health, and nursing. The concepts of basic needs, growth and development, wellness-illness, and the nursing process are presented. The course focuses on the person's basic needs in order to maintain optimal health across the lifespan, and related therapeutic nursing interventions. The course progresses to simple alterations in basic needs which have a minimal impact on other basic needs and growth and development across the lifespan. The activities of the nursing process are utilized to promote and maintain wellness. Learning experiences in various health care settings are correlated with classroom and nursing laboratory instruction. PREREQUISITE: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification and acceptance into the nursing program.

A survey of the study of human and animal behavior with emphasis on the scientific nature of contemporary psychological investigation. Topics may include the biology of behavior, sensation, motivation, emotion, life-span development, personality, abnormal behavior and its therapies, social behavior, and individual differences. NO PREREQUISITE.

Composition I is an introductory course in composition and rhetoric emphasizing expository prose. Major focus is on organization, paragraph structure, and elimination of mechanical errors. The writing course sequence will (1) develop awareness of the writing process; (2) provide inventional, organizational, and editorial strategies; (3) stress the variety of uses for writing; and (4) emphasize critical skills in reading, thinking, and writing. Grade of C or better is required for IAI transfer credit.

This course completes the study of the structure and function of human organ systems including nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, and digestive. Human cadavers or alternative selected mammal will be used to reinforce anatomical laboratory skills. Physiological mechanisms will be emphasized. PREREQUISITE: LSC 2111 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or its equivalent, or consent of instructor.

This course focuses on basic needs of a person across the lifespan in order to maintain optimal health. This course progresses from simple alterations in basic needs which have a minimal impact on other basic needs and growth and development across the lifespan to moderately complex alterations in basic needs which have a greater impact on other basic needs and growth and development across the lifespan. The activities of the nursing process are used to promote and maintain wellness and restore to optimal health. Learning experiences in various healthcare settings are correlated with classroom and nursing laboratory instruction. PREREQUISITES: NUR 1201 Nursing I, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, and current AHA BLS Certification.

This course is a study of the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the individual across the entire human lifespan. Emphasis is placed upon development of emotional states, typical patterns of adjustments, principles of human growth, and practical applications of research findings to everyday life.

This course is an introduction to microbiology and microorganisms. A survey of major viruses, mycoplasmas, chlamydiae, rickettsiae, eubacteria, protozoa, and fungi along with their morphologies, cytologies, structures, functions, and habitats will be included. Major emphasis will be placed on the roles of pathogenic microbes and their affects on the health and wellbeing of human life. Asepsis, disinfection, bacterial culturing, staining, microscopy, standard universal precautions, human microbial diseases, and immunology will also be covered. Laboratory exercises will be incorporated to support these topics. PREREQUISITE: LSC 1101 General Biology I is strongly recommended to be completed prior to enrolling in this course, or two years high school biology, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

This course continues to focus on moderately complex alterations in basic needs which have a greater impact on other basic needs and growth and development of a person across the lifespan. Complex alterations in basic needs which have a greater impact on other basic needs and growth and development of a person across the lifespan are initiated. Emphasis on utilization of the activities of the nursing process to promote and maintain health and restore to optimal health is continued. The course includes an overview of trends in nursing and introduces concepts to begin the transition from the role of student to associate degree nurse. Learning experiences in various health care settings are correlated with classroom and nursing laboratory. PREREQUISITES: NUR 1201 Nursing I, NUR 1202 Nursing II, or LPN admitted to the nursing program, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, PSY 2109 Human Growth & Development, ENG 1111 Composition I, and current CPR Certification.

A study of society, including the rules, interactions and cultural patterns that organize everyday life. Includes the analysis of social conflict, the structure and function of institution, the dynamics of individual and group interactions, social stratification and interactions among diverse groups of people.

ENG 1121 provides further training and practice in the comprehension and expression of written English. It focuses on organization, logic, and correct research techniques and format, including American Psychological Association and/or Modern Language Association parenthetical noting and bibliographic citations. It also includes an introduction to one genre of literature and the writing of a critical analysis of a piece of literature. The writing course sequence will (1) develop awareness of the writing process; (2) provide inventional, organizational, and editorial strategies; (3) stress the variety of uses for writing; and (4) emphasize critical skills in reading, thinking, and writing. Grade of C or better is required for IAI transfer credit. PREREQUISITE: ENG 1111 Composition I (IAI Code C1 900).

This course focuses on complex alterations in basic needs which have a severe impact on other basic needs and growth and development of a person across the lifespan cycle. The activities of the nursing process are utilized to promote and maintain wellness, restore optimal health, or support the person through the dying process. This course continues to emphasize transition from the role of student to associate degree nurse. Learning experiences in various health care settings are correlated with classroom and nursing laboratory instruction. Upon satisfactory completion of this course and all other required courses, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN. Upon successfully passing the NCLEX-RN, the graduate may apply for Registered Nurse Licensure. PREREQUISITES: NUR 1201 Nursing I, NUR 1202 Nursing II or LPN admitted to the nursing program, NUR 2201 Nursing III, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, PSY 2109 Human Growth & Development, ENG 1111 Composition I, LSC 2110 General Microbiology, SOC 2101 Principles of Sociology, current CPR Certification.

This course provides a comprehensive review of nursing content needed to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This course reviews knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for the safe and effective practice of nursing at the entry level for the registered nurse. Situations are given to review application and analysis of nursing knowledge. The nursing process and client needs are addressed in health care situations that registered nurses commonly encounter. Strategies for managing test anxiety are discussed. Computer adaptive testing is reviewed as the technology for the NCLEX-RN. PREREQUISITE: NUR 1201 Nursing I, NUR 1202 Nursing II or LPN admitted to the nursing program, NUR 2201 Nursing III, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, PSY 2109 Human Growth and Development, ENG 1111 Composition I, LSC 2110 General Microbiology, SOC 2101 Principles of Sociology, and current CPR Certification or concurrent enrollment or completion of NUR 2202.

Short informative and persuasive speeches are prepared and presented. This course places emphasis on selection and organization of materials, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery as well as characteristics of effective criticism and listening.

This course includes an overview of the transition from the role of student to practical nurse. The course continues to focus on moderately complex alterations in basic needs which have a greater impact on other basic needs and growth and development throughout the life cycle. The activities of the nursing process are utilized to promote and maintain wellness, restore to optimal health or support through the dying process. Learning experiences in various health care settings are correlated with classroom and nursing laboratory instruction. Upon satisfactory completion, the graduate is eligible to write the NCLEX-PN and petition for licensure as an LPN. PREREQUISITES: NUR 1201 Nursing I, NUR 1202 Nursing II, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, PSY 2109 Human Growth & Development, ENG 1111 Composition I, and current AHA BLS Certification.

This course provides a comprehensive review of nursing content needed to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The course reviews knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for the safe and effective practice of nursing at the entry level for the practical nurse. The nursing process and client needs are addressed in health care situations that practical nurses commonly encounter. Strategies for managing test anxiety are discussed. Computer adaptive testing is reviewed as the technology for the NCLEX-PN. PREREQUISITES: NUR 1201 Nursing I, NUR 1202 Nursing II, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, PSY 2109 Human Growth & Development, ENG 1111 Composition I, concurrent enrollment or completion of NUR 1203 Clinical Nursing.

This course is designed to orient licensed practical nurses into the second level of Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, District 529, OCC Associate Degree Nursing Program and to facilitate transition from the role of practical nurse to the role of associate degree nurse. The course introduces the philosophy and curriculum design of the nursing program. Emphasis is placed on the roles of the associate degree nurse and activities of the nursing process. PREREQUISITES: NUR 1201 Nursing I and NUR 1202 Nursing II OR valid practical nurse license, LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, PSY 1101 General Psychology, LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, PSY 2109 Human Growth & Development, and ENG 1111 Composition I. Current AHA BLS Certification required.

The course is designed to orient advanced placement students to Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, District 529, OCC Associate Degree Nursing Program. The course introduces the philosophy and curriculum design of the nursing program. Emphasis is placed on roles of the Associate Degree Nurse and the activities of these roles. Essential knowledge and skills related to drug administration are reviewed. Other content requirements are individualized based on evaluation of student transcript.

We recommend that you contact an advisor before enrolling in any degree, certificate, or transfer program to ensure all requirements are met including total hours associated with transfer courses.

This is a General Education or Elective course to be selected and therefore has no schedule link.