Program Overview
Licensed practical nurses can earn advanced placement in the Associate Degree Nursing program. Consult a KCC advisor or the “Information on Health Career programs” handout for program entry requirements. Upon successful completion of RNUR 1128 and RNUR 1461, the student will satisfy requirements for RNUR 1106, RNUR 1152 and MATH 1141. LPNs graduating from non-regionally accredited institutions (see Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations, section 10.1) must meet proficiency requirements to be eligible for admission under this option.
Program eligibility requirements 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).
Requirements for consideration of acceptance in the advanced placement sequence will be the same as those for students applying to the first semester of the Associate Degree Nursing program. Graduates of the Associate in Applied Science Nursing 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 is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326; telephone: 404-975-5000; fax: 404-975-5020; email: info@acenursing.org; website: www.acenursing.org.
The following achievement data is provided to demonstrate the preparedness of KCC's Associate Degree Nursing graduates:
- Recent RN pass rates: 91% (2014,) 88% (2015), 86% (2016), 91% (2017), 90% (2018), 100% (2019) - All are above the state and national averages.
- Program completion average: Approximately 91%
- Current job placement: 100%
Program Eligibility
Program eligibility/application process - Consult this information for steps to apply and enroll in a health program, deadlines, eligibility worksheets, and essential physical capabilities and functions.
Courses required prior to acceptance in the program
BIOL 2644: Students who plan to take Anatomy & Physiology at another college should consult a KCC advisor regarding transfer ability. Completing this sequence (BIOL 2644 and BIOL 2654) at one college is strongly recommended.
Program Requirements
Required prior to acceptance in the program
RNUR Advanced Placement Credit
Major Courses
| RNUR 1128 | Nursing--Adult & Child I | 8 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 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
General education
Students who plan to take BIOL 2654 at another college should consult a KCC advisor regarding transferability. Completing this sequence (BIOL 2644 and BIOL 2654) at one college is strongly recommended.
Total Credit Hours: 63
Suggested Course Seqence
Courses required prior to acceptance in the program
Spring Entry Suggested Course Sequence
Spring semester
| RNUR 1128 | Nursing--Adult & Child I | 8 Credits |
| RNUR 1461 | Nursing Seminar II | 1 Credit |
| RNUR 2443 | Concepts of Clinical Pharmacology | 3 Credits |
RNUR
| Advanced Placement Credit | 9 Credits |
| BIOL 2654 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 Credits |
Fall semester
Spring semester
Fall Entry Suggested Course Sequence
Courses required prior to acceptance in the program
Fall semester
| RNUR 1128 | Nursing--Adult & Child I | 8 Credits |
| RNUR 1461 | Nursing Seminar II | 1 Credit |
| RNUR 2443 | Concepts of Clinical Pharmacology | 3 Credits |
| BIOL 2654 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 Credits |
RNUR
| Advanced Placement Credit | 9 Credits |
Spring semester
Fall semester
Program Cost
| Advanced Placement – Option 1 |
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
47 |
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| Tuition and fees - $161.00 per credit hour |
$161.00 |
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$7,567.00 |
| Course Fees |
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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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50.00 |
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ENGL 1623 |
English II1 |
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5.00 |
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RNUR 1128 |
Nursing – Adult & Child I |
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230.00 |
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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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233.00 |
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RNUR 2443 |
Concepts of Clinical Pharmacology |
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30.00 |
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825.00 |
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825.00 |
| Books |
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BIOL 2654 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
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467.85 |
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BIOL 2714 |
Microbiology |
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439.05 |
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ENGL 1623 |
English II1 |
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109.60 |
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PSYC 1813 |
Introduction to Psychology |
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211.80 |
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PSYC 2553 |
Lifespan Development Psychology |
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171.60 |
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RNUR 1128 |
Nursing – Adult & Child I |
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468.40 |
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RNUR 2228 |
Nursing – Adult & Child II |
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429.25 |
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RNUR 2122 |
Nursing – Adult & Child III |
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185.15 |
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2,482.70 |
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2,482.70 |
| Supplies |
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Equipment Supply Pack – Purchased in KCC Bookstore (included with book price for RNUR 1106) |
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46.50 |
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IV Supply Pack – Purchased in KCC Bookstore (included with book price for RNUR 2228) |
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72.35 |
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118.85
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118.85 |
| 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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37.00 |
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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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543.00 |
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543.00 |
| 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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54.00 |
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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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375.00 |
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772.00 |
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772.00 |
| TOTAL |
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$12,524.55 |
| 1 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 $49.00. |
| This program requires three credit hours of electives. The total price does not include all costs associated with the electives. |
| All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |
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