834 - Nursing Dual Degree (AAS/BS)
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Entrance Requirements
Required: Algebra, Biology, Chemistry
Technical Standards
It is essential that students are able to fully participate, with or without a reasonable accommodation, in clinical caring for clients as assigned.
Nursing students should be able to:
Ambulate in a sufficient manner in order to appropriately and safely perform patient care.
Lift at least 35 pounds.
Function in a safe manner, not placing clients in jeopardy.
Maintain confidentiality in regard to professional practice.
Appropriately use standard medical equipment.
Interpret data from electronic devices in a health care setting for the purpose of client care.
Maintain professional composure at all times.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Required Technology & Equipment
A tier 1 laptop computer is required for students entering this degree program, as it will be needed for on-campus exams and other educational purposes. Microsoft Office is required; internet access is required. In addition, a handheld pocket-sized electronic device is required (i.e. smart phone) for downloading program software. The device must have the capability to turn off both phone and camera. Further system requirements will be sent via a newsletter in early June to newly admitted, transfer, and continuing students. Laptop specifications are available at www.alfredstate.edu/required-laptops.
Graduation Requirements
AAS
63 credit hours
36 credits of nursing (Nursing I, II, III, IV)
12 credits of natural science (Anatomy & Physiology I and II with "C" or better, Microbiology)
6 credits of social science (General Psychology, Human Development)
6 credits of communication (Freshman Composition, Effective Speaking)
3 credits of Global Perspectives
At least 1 credit of math (GE elective)
A student must successfully complete all courses in the prescribed four-semester program and earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (Nursing I and II with a "C" or better, Nursing III and IV with a "C+" or better)
BS in nursing degree credits
124 credit hours
28 credits of upper-level nursing credits
13 credits of natural science (Nutrition, Anatomy & Physiology I and II, or Microbiology)
9 credits of social science (General Sociology, General Psychology, or Human Development)
3 credits of humanities (literature elective)
3 credits of math (Statistics I or Statistical Methods)
3 credits of a general education elective not already required (American History, Fine Arts, or Foreign Language)
A student must successfully complete all courses in the prescribed four-semester program and earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 which is equivalent to a "C" average