Registered Nursing

Registered Nursing

Degree

All students must complete CIS 110, COM 121, and BIO 205 in addition to Nursing classes for graduation.

Mission

Inspiring students to advance their knowledge, skills, and attitudes to strengthen our communities.

Vision

Building capacity in our communities by empowering individuals through innovative, quality nursing education.

Goal

The ultimate goal of the Nursing Department is to prepare graduates for safe and effective clinical practice. The Nursing programs are offered countywide with classes in the southern part of Mohave County in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, and Bullhead City, and the northern part of the County in Colorado City.

The Associates of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Nursing program improves the student experience by providing:

• Stackable credentials – this approach allows students to begin working in the healthcare field sooner. As a result, students can earn money and gain experience to supplement the knowledge they are obtaining in College.
  1. Students will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN after successful completion of the 2nd semester
  2. Students will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN after successful completion of the 4th semester
• Ease of entry for existing Licensed Practical Nurses
  • These students will receive credit for the schooling and certificate/license they received.
• Financial aid eligibility 
  • The new progression allows students to be at least ¾ full-time, with most semesters at full-time status (12 credits)

Registered Nursing Admission Requirements

Requirements for acceptance to the Registered Nursing Program include:

• 62% or higher on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) version 7 
  • TEAS test must be taken in person
  • Students must wait 30 days between each TEAS attempt
  • Schedule a TEAS test with the testing center.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on required pre-requisite courses
  • Pre-requisite courses used to calculate GPA (*)

Pre-requisite Courses Required:

• BIO 181
• BIO 201(*)
• BIO 202 (*)
• CHM 130 or Higher (*)
• ENG 101 (*)
• MAT 142 or Higher (*)
• PSY 101 or PSY 245 (*)
• Active and unencumbered Certified Nursing Assistant/Licensed Nursing Assistant (CNA/LNA) or Assisted Living Caregiver Certificate with 6 months of recent job experience.

Program Information Sessions

Program

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Nursing – This program is designed to prepare students for a career as a registered nurse. Check the prerequisites described in the program of study before applying for admission. Students completing the program will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX- RN).

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in nursing program at Mohave Community College located in Bullhead City, AZ, Colorado City, AZ, Lake Havasu City, AZ, and Kingman, AZ is approved by the:

Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 W Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 771-7800

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in nursing program at Mohave Community College located in Bullhead City, AZ, Colorado City, AZ, Lake Havasu City, AZ, and Kingman, AZ is accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000