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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
This course introduces students to student government and its function in a college setting. Prerequisites: None
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3.00 Credits
(Fulfills MNTC Areas: 5, 8) This course acquaints students with general principles and processes operating in contemporary global politics. Considerable attention is devoted to current international affairs. Prerequisites: None
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3.00 Credits
(Fulfills MNTC Areas: 5, 8) This is an analytical evaluation of the various structures of governments around the world including parliamentary, federated, centralized and decentralized systems. Special emphasis is placed on the manner in which these governments compare with the government of the United States. Considerable attention will be devoted to current international events. Prerequisites: None
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3.00 Credits
(Fulfills MNTC Areas: 5, 9) This course is the history of the U.S. Constitution. Civil Liberties is a course designed to examine the relationship through time between the government and the individual as proposed under the U.S. Constitution. Topics will include freedom of expression, freedom of religion, the right to privacy, equal protection of the laws, and the right to vote. The focus of the course will include the review of U.S. Supreme Court decisions in which constitutional protections are interpreted. Prerequisite: None
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1.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to critical thinking, decision making, and priority setting skills that are essential for the success of a practical nurse. Additional topics covered will be nutrition and growth and development across the life span. Pre-requisites: Acceptance into the NCTC Practical Nursing Program, HLTH1106, HLTH1110, MATH1003, BIOL2260, BIOL 2262, ENGL1111. Corequisites: PNSG1254, PNSG1258, PNSG1262, PNSG1266.
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to theoretical foundation for focused assessment and nursing skills to diverse populations. The student is given an opportunity to demonstrate these skills in the laboratory setting. The key concepts of teamwork and collaboration, safety, quality improvement, professional identity /behavior, client/relationship centered care, nursing judgment/evidence based practice, managing care of the individual client skills, and informatics/technology are introduced. The skills included are: vital signs, oxygen saturation, focused physical assessment, infection control, end-of-life and documentation. Prerequisites: Admission to NCTC Practical Nursing Program, BIOL2260, BIOL 2262, ENGL1111, HLTH1110, HLTH1106, MATH1003. Corequisites: PNSG1250, PNSG1258, PNSG1262, PNSG1266.
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces the students to concepts of mental health and illness. Topics covered include therapeutic communication, and maladaptive behaviors related to psychiatric, emotional, and mental disorders. Prerequisites: Acceptance into NCTC Practical Nursing Program, HLTH1110, HLTH1106, MATH1003, BIOL2260, BIOL 2262, ENGL1111. Corequisites: PNSG1250, PNSG1254, PNSG1262, PNSG1266.
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5.00 Credits
This course introduces the health/illness concepts the Practical Nursing (PN) curriculum is based on, and the nursing concepts utilized in the provision of basic nursing care to a diverse population. The course incorporates the nursing process and evidenced based care. Application of pathophysiology, nutrition and pharmacology are applied to specific exemplars. Concepts included are fluid and electrolytes/acid base balance, gas exchange, perfusion, immunity/inflammation/infection, tissue integrity, elimination, mobility, sensory perception/intracranial pressure, metabolism/hormone regulation and client education/promotion. Introductory exemplars related to nursing care are addressed within each concept. Skills included are: blood glucose monitoring, medication administration, specimen collection, wound care and/or dressing change, wound drainage, remove wound/suture/staples/drainage devices, irrigation of eyes/nose/ears, insert/maintain/remove urinary catheter, ostomies, set up sterile field, and catheter irrigation. Prerequisites: Admission to NCTC Practical Nursing Program, BIOL2260, BIOL 2262, ENGL111, HLTH1106, MATH1003, HLTH1110. Corequisites: PNSG1250, PNSG1254, PNSG1258, PNSG1266.
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1.00 Credits
This course creates an opportunity to provide safe and efficient care within the scope of practice for practical nursing. Students will apply the foundational nursing concepts utilized in the provision of basic nursing care to a diverse population. The course incorporates the nursing process and evidenced based care. Students are expected to apply knowledge and skills gained from required previous courses to the clinical setting. Prerequisites: Admission to NCTC Practical Nursing Program, BIOL2260, BIOL 2262, ENGL1111, HLTH1110, HLTH1106, MATH1003, Current Healthcare Provider/Professional Rescuer CPR. Corequisites: PNSG1250, PNSG1254, PNSG1258, PNSG1262.
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1.00 Credits
This course provides students' with an overview of the scope of nursing practice within health care systems. Focused areas include: professionalism, healthcare organizations, leadership, National Council Licensing Exam - Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN) preparation, and resume development. Transition to the graduate practical nursing role and continuing education will also be incorporated. Prerequisites: PNSG1250, PNSG1254, PNSG1258, PNSG1262, PNSG1266. Corequisites: PNSG1274, PNSG1279, PNSG1283, PNSG1286.
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