NUR 3400 - Transition to Professional Nursing

This transition course introduces the associate degree or diploma nurse to professional nursing. Topics will include role transition associated with being a returning student, principles of adult learning, self care and professional growth and development. Components of the course will also include theories and conceptual models that underpin the profession of nursing. The current Healthy People Initiatives and the issues of health care access and health disparities will guide the student’s introduction to health promotion and risk reduction. The concepts of evidence based care and holistic health will be introduced and applied in papers and presentations. The practice component of the course focuses on holistic health and applying principles of adult learning through the development of a teaching/learning plan for a select group or population.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Current Registered Nurse license in the state of Michigan and college level writing.

Credits: 6 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Nursing: RN Progression Track.