About
Hutchinson Community College offers the Nursing - LPN to RN Online Bridge - AAS. An Associates of Applied Science Degree emphasizes preparation in the applied arts and sciences for careers, typically at the technical or semi-professional level. The program is delivered as an online bridge and leads to an Associates of Applied Science Degree totaling 69 credits. Required coursework includes Human Anatomy and Physiology (BI103, 6.00), General Microbiology (BI112, 4.00), English Composition IA (EN101, 3.00), Pathophysiology (HR212, 4.00), nursing theory and practicum courses such as NR123 (9.00) and NR123L (3.00), NR208 (4.00) and NR208L (2.00), NR220 (4.00) and NR220L (2.00), NR221 (1.00) and NR221L (2.00), NR224 (1.00), and psychology courses PS100 (3.00) and PS102 (3.00). Elective and credit-for-prior-learning components include Credit for Prior Learning (12.00) and other 3.00-credit electives. Program notes require IV Therapy Certification before the Application Deadline and a grade of "C" or better for all courses.
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Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson Community College is a community college in Hutchinson, Kansas, offering occupational preparation through academic programs, business and industry training, and continuing education. Its career-focused fields include Associate Degree in Cybersecurity, Associate Degree in Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Commercial Driver's License Class A (CDL-A), Cosmetology, and Emergency Medical Technician, among others. Additional offerings include phlebotomy, computer support, welding technology, respiratory care, and paralegal studies. The college supports multiple learning formats, including online education, and provides course search, academic advising, testing, tutoring, career services, and student health services. Community-oriented resources include a cosmetology salon, child care center, athletics, clubs and organizations, and fine arts programming.