Nursing Associate of Applied Science
My Academic Plan
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your degree and
should be completed in the order listed. This program functions as cohorts starting fall and spring semester of each academic year. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please
see your Program Director or Pathways Advisor.
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a five semester AAS Degree in Nursing and enter the workforce. Students explore procedures to provide and manage care in various health care facilities. Students acquire skills and techniques to perform in acute care hospitals, long term care, clinics, home health and health maintenance organizations. This program prepares students for a career as an entry-level registered nurse (RN) in a variety of health care settings. With an AAS degree in Nursing, students are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) exam for licensure as a RN. FRCC's nursing degree is approved by the Colorado Board of Nursing.
Learn more about this program.
First Semester
| ENGLISH | ENG 121/122 | 3 |
| PSY 235 | Human Growth & Development: GT-SS3 | 3 |
| BIO 201 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 4 |
| NUTRITION | HPR 108 or HWE 100 | 1 |
| BIO 204 | Microbiology w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester Note: First Semester courses are required and must be taken prior to program admittance. You should complete the Nursing Program application process prior to declaring as a nursing student and take Semester 2 through Semester 5 as a full-time nursing student.
Second Semester
| NUR 109 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 6 |
| NUR 112 | Basic Concepts of Pharmacology | 2 |
| BIO 202 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 4 |
| MAT 103 | Math for Clinical Calculations | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Third Semester
| NUR 106 | Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts | 7 |
| NUR 150 | Maternal Child Nursing | 6 |
| BIO 216 | Human Pathophysiology | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Semester Note: If you are completing NUR 169 and the first year of the nursing program, you may apply for the NCLEX® exam for practical nursing licensure. NUR 169 is not offered every semester. Please check with program director for more information.
Fourth Semester
| NUR 206 | Advanced Concepts of M/S Nursing I | 6.5 |
| NUR 212 | Pharmacology II | 2 |
| NUR 211 | Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12.5 |
Fifth Semester
| NUR 216 | Advanced Concepts of M/S Nursing II | 5 |
| NUR 230 | Transition to Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
| GEN EDU | Any GT-AH or GT-SS Course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 71.5
Important Program Notes:
You must complete this program as a full-time nursing student beginning in Semester 2. Contact an advisor regarding your scheduling needs.
You must complete 71.5 credits to earn your Associate of Applied Arts degree in Nursing. You should not exceed 73.5 credits. You may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.