The Associate in Applied Science degree program in Nursing prepares students through the study of nursing theory and patient care techniques to take the licensure examination for Registered Nurses (RN). Both classroom instruction and clinical experiences in Chicago, surrounding suburban area hospitals, and primary care facilities are provided. The curriculum is designed to lead the student to employment as a registered professional nurse in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, physicians’ offices, schools, public health, government, and military, or industry.