Introduction to Nursing

Name:
Introduction to Nursing (CLCR370)
Department:
College Preparation and Career
Credits:
0.5 (semester course)
Suggested Prerequisites:
None

Introduction to Nursing

Description:

The demand for nurses has never been higher. Learn what it takes to become a nurse, pursue a career, and understand the practice of nursing and the healthcare system. With a strong focus on patient care, you’ll explore safety, communication and ethics, relationship building, and how to develop wellness strategies for your patients. From emergency to rehabilitative care, to advances and challenges in the healthcare industry, discover how you can launch a fulfilling career providing care to others.

FROM THE TEACHER

If you have ever felt a calling to care for others, make a meaningful difference, or explore what a future in the medical field could look like, this course is a wonderful place to begin. It introduces the fundamentals of nursing, focusing on both essential skills and the compassion, dedication, and purpose that guide patient care. Throughout the class, you will explore key aspects of the nursing profession and gain practical exposure to foundational skills such as aseptic technique. You will also begin to understand what it means to serve others in times of need. Whether you are considering nursing as a career or simply curious about the field, this course provides a supportive learning environment to develop a basic understanding of nursing practice.

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