Nursing
Today’s nurses play a crucial role in the healthcare system. People in need of medical attention rely on nurses not only for their extensive nursing knowledge, but also for their support and caring nature. If you have a natural inclination to help others and a desire to work in the healthcare field, our Associate degree in Nursing is for you.
At Southern Technical College, our Associate Degree in Nursing program can be completed in less than two years and is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. In the Nursing degree program, you can receive specialized training in critical care or perioperative nursing. Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a registered nurse. After passing the exam, you can seek employment in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, physician’s offices, and more.
- EPSLO #1 Clinical Judgment End-of-Program Student Learning Outcome: Integrate clinical judgment to prioritize, manage, and evaluate care for clients across the lifespan in complex healthcare settings.
- EPSLO #2 Patient Safety & Quality End-of-Program Student Learning Outcome: Apply and evaluate evidence-based interventions to promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
- EPSLO #3 Communication & Collaboration End-of-Program Student Learning Outcome: Integrate therapeutic communication and interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver patient-centered care.
- EPSLO # 4 Professionalism & Leadership End-of-Program Student Learning Outcome: Demonstrate accountability, ethical decision-making, and leadership in professional nursing practice.
- EPSLO #5 – Informatics & Technology End-of-Program Student Learning Outcome:
Utilize healthcare technology and electronic documentation to support safe, effective patient care.
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If you’re considering nursing programs, contact Southern Technical College today to learn more about our Associate’s degree in Nursing.
The Associate of Science Nursing program at Southern Technical College at the Fort Myers campus located in Fort Myers, FL is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000 https://www.acenursing.org/
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program is continuing accreditation for good cause.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.