Associate of Science in Nursing

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An Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is a tertiary education nursing degree which typically takes 2–3 years to complete.[1] In the United States, this type of degree is usually awarded by community colleges or similar nursing schools. Some four-year colleges also offer this degree. Students awarded an Associate of Science in Nursing are qualified to sit for the NCLEX-RN and apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse.

Students enrolled in an Associate of Science in Nursing program would take courses in nursing, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, psychology and other social and behavioral sciences.[2] The curriculum will also require supervised clinical experience.[3]

Some hospital-based nursing schools that once granted diplomas have altered their curriculum to offer associate degrees.

Similar degrees

  • Diploma in Nursing (DN)
  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
  • Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS)
  • Associate of Arts in Nursing (AAN)
  • Associate of Nursing (AN)
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)

See also

References

  1. ^ "How to Become a Registered Nurse". Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved 5 February 2013.
  2. ^ "How to Become a Registered Nurse". Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved 5 February 2013.
  3. ^ "Nursing Degrees". Healthcare Schools.
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