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Nursing is both an art and a science that requires compassion, clinical knowledge, and critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The curriculum in this program addresses nursing values, the nursing process, health promotion and maintenance, nursing roles, therapeutic communication skills and competent nursing care. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for and take the NCLEX exam for licensure as a registered nurse. Graduates may pursue careers as registered nurses in a variety of health care settings. What It Means to You: According to a 2006-2007 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics repot, employment for registered nurses is expected to grow much faster then average for all occupations through 2014; in fact, registered nurses are projected to create the second largest number of new jobs among all occupations. Some of the Courses in the Program:
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