About
This program leads to the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree. The Nursing curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry into practice as well as provide opportunities for students seeking transfer into a baccalaureate of science degree through articulation/joint admission agreements. Information on articulation agreements between Suffolk County Community College and potential transfer institutions can be found at Transfer Agreements. Upon award of the degree, graduates are qualified to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Professional Nurses (NCLEX-RN)*.
This program meets the SUNY Transfer Path for Nursing. With completion of the associate degree students are eligible for transferring into a RN-BSN Completion Program at the SUNY four-year institution.
Organization
Suffolk County Community College
Suffolk County Community College
Suffolk County Community College is a student-centered institution dedicated to serving Suffolk County and beyond by providing open access to exceptional educational opportunities. The college promotes intellectual discovery, physical development, social and ethical awareness, and economic opportunities through an education that transforms lives, builds communities, and improves society. It offers affordable, high-quality education with unique pathways to advanced degrees.
Highlights:
- Largest community college in the SUNY system
- Offers unique pathways to advanced degrees such as MD, DVM, and PharmD through partner institutions
- Provides open access to exceptional educational opportunities
- Promotes intellectual discovery, physical development, social and ethical awareness, and economic opportunities for all