Practical Nursing- Technical Diploma- Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Course Descriptions
Anatomy / Struct-Funct 31806312 Human body systems, structural formation.( Prerequisite: 2.6 GPA OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 OR 10-838-105, Intro to Reading and Study Skills OR equivalent). Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Nursing Assistant 30543300 Basic nursing / personal care skills, principles of communication skills, resident rights and team work with other care givers under the supervision of a licensed nurse.( Pre-requisite: Accepted into the Nursing Assistant program. Call 920-498-5444 or toll free 1-888-385-6982 or go to http:// www. nwtc. edu for directions.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall J-Session Spring
College 101 10890101 Students gain skills that lead to success in college and employment. This course encourages students to develop a growth mindset and make wise choices. Students should take this course in their first semester.( Pre-requisite: None.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
English Composition 1 10801136 Learners develop knowledge / skills in planning, organizing, writing, editing. Students will also analyze audience / purpose, use elements of research, format documents using standard guidelines, and develop critical reading skills.( Prerequisite: High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260; OR " preparatory course( s)", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Nsg: Intro to Clinical Practice 31543304 This introductory clinical course emphasizes basic nursing skills and application of the nursing process in meeting the needs of diverse clients across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on performing basic nursing skills, the formation of nurse-client relationships, communication, data collection, documentation, and medication administration.( Prerequisites: Accepted into Practical Nursing Program; 31-806-312, Anatomy / Structure-Function; Corequisites: 10-801-136, English Composition 1; 10-809-188, Developmental Psych; 31-543-303, Nursing Pharmacology; 31-543-101, Nursing Fundamentals; 31-543-302, Nursing Skills) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Developmental Psychology 10809188 Defines human development; examines theories; heredity and environmental effects; prenatal development and birth; evaluates biosocial, cognitive psychosocial development through the life span; aging, death, and dying.( Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Nursing Fundamentals 31543301 Focuses on basic nursing concepts to provide evidenced-based care to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. Current and historical issues impacting nursing will be explored within the scope of nursing practice. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for organizing the care of patients.( Prerequisites: Accepted into Practical Nursing Program, 10-890-101; College 101; Corequisites: 10- 801-136, English Composition 1; 10-809-188, Developmental Psych; 31-543-302 Nursing Skills; 31-543-303, Nursing Pharmacology; 31-806-312, Anatomy / Structure-Function) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Nursing Pharmacology 31543303 This course introduces the principles of pharmacology, including drug classifications and their effects on the body. Emphasis is on the use of the components of the nursing process when administering medications.( Prerequisites: Accepted into Practical Nursing Program; Corequisites: 31-543-301, Nursing Fundamentals; 10-809-188, Developmental Psych; 31-806-312, Anatomy / Structure-Function) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Nursing Skills 31543302 Focuses on development of evidence-based clinical skills and physical assessment across the lifespan. Content includes mathematical calculations and conversions related to clinical skills. In addition the course includes techniques related to obtaining a health history and basic physical assessment skills using a body systems approach.( Prerequisites: Accepted into Practical Nursing Program; Corequisites: 10- 801-136, English Composition 1; 10-809-188, Developmental Psych; 31-543-303, Nursing Pharmacology; 31-543-101, Nursing Fundamentals; 31-543-304, Intro to Clinical Practice; 31-806-312, Anatomy / Structure-Function) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
Nursing Health Promotion 31543306 This course focuses on topics related to health promotion for individuals and families throughout the lifespan. We will cover nursing care of the developing family, which includes reproductive issues, pregnancy, labor and delivery, post-partum, the newborn, and the child. Recognizing the spectrum of healthy families we will discern patterns associated with adaptive and maladaptive behaviors applying mental health principles. An emphasis is placed on teaching and supporting healthy lifestyles choices for individuals of all ages. Nutrition, exercise, stress management, empowerment, and risk reduction practices are highlighted. Study of the family will cover dynamics, functions, discipline styles, and stages of development.( Prerequisites: 10-809-188, Developmental Psych; 31-543-301, Nursing Fundamentals; 31-543-302, Nursing Skills; 31-543-303, Nursing Pharmacology; 31-543-304, Intro to Clinical Practice; Corequisites: 10-801-196, Oral / Interpersonal Communication; 31-543-307, Nursing: Clinical Care Across Lifespan) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Nsg: Clin Care Across Lifespan 31543307 This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic interventions to patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to concepts of teaching and learning. Extended care to include the family is emphasized.( Prerequisites: 10-809-188, Developmental Psych; 31-543-301, Nursing Fundamentals; 31-543-302, Nursing Skills; 31-543-303, Nursing Pharmacology; 31-543-304, Intro to Clinical Practice; Corequisites: 10-801-196, Oral / Interpersonal Communication; 31-543-305, Nursing Health Alterations; 31-543-306, Health Promotion; 31-543-308, Intro to Clinical Management) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10801196 This course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.( Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
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