School of health services
Nursing - Associate Degree
Associate Degree Nursing Program – Fall Semester 2010
(Admission criteria are subject to change.)
We are glad that you have chosen CVCC to further your educational goals. This information will assist you with the admission processes for the ADN program. Please carefully review all information which has been provided. Upon graduation from the program, the student receives the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.Sc.) Degree. The associate degree program is fully approved by the North Carolina State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing. If you have questions regarding this information, contact the CVCC Department of Nursing at 828-327-7000.
General Information
For general information related to the profession of nursing, refer to the Bureau of Labor Statistics provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm.
What is the class schedule/length for the ADN program? CVCC currently offers an Associate Degree in Nursing program during the day. (An evening option may be offered in the future, but is contingent upon funding availability.) Students participate in classroom, laboratory, and clinical* experience typically Monday through Friday. The ADN program option consists of five semesters which take two years to complete. Graduates of the program are eligible to apply to take the national licensure exam (NCLEX) for RNs. (The NC Board of Nursing will review the criminal background checks of each person applying for licensure. Applicants can be denied licensure based on this review.) Applicants who wish to do so may take the general education/related coursework for the ADN program prior to acceptance. Please note that taking these courses does not shorten your program length as the actual ADN courses take two years (five semesters) to complete; however, many applicants find this process beneficial.
*Note: Some clinical facilities will require students to undergo criminal background checks and/or drug testing. Clinical facilities may refuse access to clinical experiences based on the criminal background checks and/or drug testing, which would result in the student being unable to continue in the ADN program.
Admission: The ADN program begins in the Fall Semester. Admission to the program is based upon completion of all minimum requirements as listed on the attached “Minimum Requirements” page by the specified deadline, the number of vacancies in the program, and the competitive selection process. To begin the admissions process, complete the CVCC Application for Admission and visit with a Student Services Counselor.
Costs: College tuition is set by the North Carolina State Legislature and is subject to change. ADN students are required to purchase a variety of books, class uniforms, malpractice insurance, accident insurance, and other fees as set by the College. The approximate cost for the program is $4,500. (This figure is based upon current in-state tuition rates and reflects an approximate cost only.)
Financial Aid: All applicants are encouraged to apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For information about financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office at 828-327-7000.
Computer Access: Coursework requires ready access to a reliable computer with Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Upon application to CVCC, students are assigned a CVCC email address. It is the responsibility of the student to open their email account and read it frequently as the College provides crucial program information through this email account. You will be notified via your CVCC email account concerning your status in the program.
» Download ADN General Information Packet
Now we have the Associate Degree Nursing Program Student Handbook (2009-2010) available for download as .pdf files.
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