Program Overview
The Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to prepare the student to practice nursing at an introductory level. Nursing courses are a combination of classroom and clinical experiences. Clinical experiences are held in a variety of settings. Hours of clinical experience vary depending on the course content.
Program eligibility standards apply; consult a KCC advisor.
All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions, a negative drug screen, and current CPR certification from the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Professional Rescuer: adult, child & infant or AED).
Licensed practical nurses may receive advanced placement.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.
The curriculum of record for students applying to, but not yet accepted into, competitive entry health careers programs will be the Associate in General Studies.
This nursing education program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Contact information for questions:
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: 404-975-5000
Fax: 404-975-5020
Email: info@acenursing.org
Web: www.acenursing.org
Program Eligibility
Information on Health Careers
Registered Nursing Eligibility Check Sheet - Fall
Registered Nursing Eligibility Check Sheet - Spring
Nursing Minimum Abilities Requirements
Program Requirements
Major Courses
| RNUR 1106 | Introduction to Nursing | 6 Credits |
| RNUR 1128 | Nursing--Adult & Child I | 8 Credits |
| RNUR 1152 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 2 Credits |
| RNUR 1461 | Nursing Seminar II | 1 Credit |
| RNUR 2228 | Nursing--Adult & Child II | 8 Credits |
| RNUR 2122 | Nursing--Adult & Child III | 2 Credits |
| RNUR 2237 | Nursing--Adult & Child IV | 7 Credits |
| RNUR 2443 | Concepts of Clinical Pharmacology | 3 Credits |
| RNUR 2461 | Nursing Seminar IV | 1 Credit |
| MATH 1141 | Introduction to Dosage Calculations | 1 Credit |
| Credit Hours: | 39 |
General education
Minimum Credit Hours: 63
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall Entry Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
Fall semester
Spring semester
Spring Entry Suggested Course Sequence
Spring semester
Fall semester
Spring semester
Fall semester
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
63 |
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| Tuition and fees - $142.00 per credit hour |
$142.00 |
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$8,946.00 |
| Course Fees: |
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BIOL 2644 |
Anatomy & Physiology I |
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25.00 |
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BIOL 2654 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
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25.00 |
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BIOL 2714 |
Microbiology |
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40.00 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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5.00 |
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ENGL 1623 |
English II1 |
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5.00 |
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RNUR 1106 |
Introduction to Nursing |
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225.00 |
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RNUR 1128 |
Nursing – Adult & Child I |
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230.00 |
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RNUR 1152 |
Introduction to Pharmacology |
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20.00 |
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RNUR 2228 |
Nursing – Adult & Child II |
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199.00 |
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RNUR 2122 |
Nursing – Adult & Child III |
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53.00 |
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RNUR 2237 |
Nursing – Adult & Child IV |
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202.00 |
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RNUR 2443 |
Concepts of Clinical Pharmacology |
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30.00 |
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1,059.00 |
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1,059.00 |
| Books: |
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BIOL 2654 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
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444.40 |
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BIOL 2714 |
Microbiology |
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429.65 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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77.35 |
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ENGL 1623 |
English II1 |
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103.40 |
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MATH 1141 |
Introduction to Dosage Calculations |
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107.35 |
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PSYC 1813 |
Introduction to Psychology |
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104.00 |
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PSYC 2553 |
Lifespan Development Psychology |
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171.60 |
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RNUR 1106 |
Introduction to Nursing |
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882.70 |
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RNUR 1128 |
Nursing – Adult & Child I |
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797.48 |
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RNUR 1152 |
Intro to Pharmacology |
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422.60 |
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RNUR 2228 |
Nursing – Adult & Child II |
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269.70 |
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RNUR 2122 |
Nursing – Adult & Child III |
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245.90 |
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4,056.13 |
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4,056.13 |
| Supplies |
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Equipment Supply Pack – Purchased in KCC Bookstore (included with book price for RNUR 1106) |
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51.95 |
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IV Supply Pack – Purchased in KCC Bookstore (included with book price for RNUR 2228) |
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82.75 |
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134.70 |
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134.70 |
| Uniform |
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Unisex top * |
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27.95 |
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Unisex pants * |
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16.95 |
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Lab coat (unisex)* |
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28.95 |
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Stethoscope * |
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58.20 |
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White nursing shoes |
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54.00 |
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Wrist watch with second hand * |
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29.95 |
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Clinical Badge (1st free, Replacement - $5) |
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0.00 |
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216.00 |
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216.00 |
Additional Program Costs
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A2 Entrance Exam Fee (per attempt) |
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35.00 |
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CPR Certification |
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53.00 |
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Background Check and Drug Screening |
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68.00 |
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Physical Examination/Tests/Etc. |
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385.00 |
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541.00 |
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541.00 |
Additional End-of-Program Costs
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Exit Exam** |
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0.00 |
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NCLEX RN Application |
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298.00 |
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Fingerprinting for NCLEX Application |
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52.00 |
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Nursing Pin |
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20.00 |
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Pictures (optional) |
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25.00 |
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NCLEX Review (optional) |
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320.00 |
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715.00 |
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715.00 |
| TOTAL |
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$15,667.83 |
| 1 The same textbook is used for both BIOL 2644 (Anatomy & Physiology I) and BIOL 2654 (Anatomy & Physiology II). |
| 2 May take SPCH 1553 (Introductory Speech) in place of ENGL 1623. There is no course fee. The textbook cost is $137.60. |
| * These items are ordered in the KCC Hammes Bookstore. Prices for the remaining items in this section vary depending on where they are purchased. |
| ** The first attempt and second attempt, if needed, are included in the course fee for RNUR 2237. Each additional attempt after that is $51.00. |
| All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |