Associate of Science in Nursing
Program Length
24 Months
Delivery Format
Hybrid
- Minimum of 74 semester credits.
- West Palm Beach, FL
Why study with us?
This degree program focuses on wellness of self and others, technical nursing skills across the life span in acute care facilities, long-term care facilities and the community environment, critical care concepts, and professional development.
Upon graduation, the student is awarded an Associate of Science in Nursing and is eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) to become an Associate of Science in Nursing, and subsequently seek employment in the field.
The program is designed to provide educational and clinical experiences leading to employment in beginning positions as Associate of Science in Nursing in hospitals or comparable facilities.
This program is approved through the Florida State Board of Nursing. Our nursing program at American Healthcare Institute is committed to providing high-quality education for students seeking an Associate Degree in Nursing.
Associate of Science in Nursing Program Outcome Competencies
- Utilize critical thinking, the nursing process, and evidence-based practice to deliver best practice for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provide quality, safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care through teamwork and collaboration.
- Use knowledge, skills, and emotional intelligence to assure coordination and continuity of care for patients across the lifecycle in a variety of healthcare settings, from preventive care to end-of-life care.
- Integrate culturally competent decision making accomplished through communication, collaboration, and mutual respect for patients, significant others, and the interprofessional care management team.
- Incorporate legal and ethical guidelines into practice and promote lifelong learning and professionalism through consensus building and conflict resolution.
- Use technology to reduce error, remain current, educate patients and nurses, communicate essential information, and document care.
Graduation Requirements
Total
Course Outline
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Course Type | Modality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HAP101 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 | General Education | Online |
| HAP101L | Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab | 1 | General Education | Online |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | General Education | Online |
| CAL101 | College Algebra | 3 | General Education | Online |
| MBI101 | Microbiology | 3 | General Education | Online |
| MCB101L | Microbiology Lab | 1 | General Education | Online |
| EON101 | Nutrition | 3 | General Education | Online |
| HAP201 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 | General Education | Online |
| HAP201L | Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab | 1 | General Education | Online |
| HGD101 | Human Growth & Development | 3 | General Education | Online |
| CRT101 | Critical Thinking | 3 | General Education | Blended |
| GPY101 | General Psychology | 3 | General Education | Online |
| NUR1100 | Pharmacology I | 2 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR1000 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 3 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR1000LC | Fundamentals of Nursing Lab | 1 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR1000C | Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical | 2 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR1200 | Med Surg Nursing Lecture I | 6 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR1200C | Med Surg Nursing Clinical I | 3 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR1200LC | Med Surg Nursing Lab I | 1 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR2200 | Pharmacology II | 2 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR2400 | Med Surg Nursing Lecture II | 3 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR2400C | Med Surg Nursing Clinical II | 1 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR 2300 | Maternal-Pediatric Nursing Lecture | 4 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR2300C | Maternal-Pediatric Nursing Clinical | 2 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR2300LC | Maternal-Pediatric Nursing Lab | 1 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR2500 | Psychiatric Nursing | 3 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR2500C | Psychiatric Nursing, Clinical | 1 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR2900C | Nursing Preceptorship/Practicum Clin. | 3 | Core Nursing | On Ground |
| NUR2999 | Nursing Capstone | 3 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
| NUR 2900 | Nursing Leadership | 3 | Core Nursing | Hybrid or Ground |
FAQs – Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
The Associate of Science in Nursing program at American Healthcare Institute is designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience needed for entry-level nursing roles in healthcare settings.
The program is designed to be completed in approximately 24 months of full-time study.
Students must complete a minimum of 74 semester credits to meet graduation requirements.
The program is offered in a hybrid format, combining classroom instruction and hands-on learning experiences.
The program is offered at the West Palm Beach, Florida campus.
Students develop critical thinking, clinical judgment, communication, and patient care skills through evidence-based practice and collaborative healthcare training.
The program includes educational and clinical experiences designed to support entry-level employment in healthcare settings such as hospitals and comparable facilities.
Yes. The program is approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing.