Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Refer to the comprehensive list of degrees and certificates to view NMC's ADN offerings.

The Associate Degree in Nursing program is generally pursued by those students who plan to enter the nursing workforce following graduation. After successful completion of this program, graduates take the State of Michigan licensure examination. With passing scores, graduates are awarded licensure as a Registered Nurse. A nursing career specialty emphasis is the dominant characteristic of the program. Some students pursuing the ADN degree may decide to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a baccalaureate degree. Students considering the ADN degree who may wish to transfer should see an advisor.

Communications	Major Area Requirements 44 semester credit hours in HNR courses as listed in the Associate Degree Program requirements Math Competency required.* Reading Competency required. Computer Competency required.*
ENG 11/111 or ENG 111 English Composition and ENG 112 English Composition 6-8 Credits
Humanities
PHL 202 Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas 3 Credits
Science/Mathematics
BIO 227-228 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, and BIO 240 Normal and Clinical Nutrition 13 Credits
Social Science
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Total Degree Credits: Minimum of 72

Admission requirements

Math and Reading Competency

* Math Competency may be fulfilled in one of two ways:

COMPASS placement into MTH 121 or higher, or
Successful completion of MTH 111.

** Reading Competency: Guide available from academic advisors.

*** Computer Competency: CIT 122A Computer and Internet Basics, 1 credit.

Other Requirements

Complete a minimum of 72 credit hours with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0. Complete each nursing course at 2.0 or higher.
Complete a minimum of 24 degree credits through NMC classes..

Notes

A maximum of two physical education credits, two professional development seminar credits, and four Academic Service Learning Internship credits may be used toward a degree.
Courses listed below 100 level do not count toward graduation, even though they may be necessary to prepare for other courses needed to complete degree or certificate requirements. Some courses may require prerequisites which may add to the total number of credits taken. Review course prerequisites carefully.
To count toward graduation, a course must be completed with a grade of 1.0 or higher. Grades of 2.0 or higher are required for courses with the HNR prefix, CHM 101, ENG 111 and PSY 101. Grade point average of 2.5 or higher required for each of the courses in Anatomy and Physiology sequence (BIO 227, BIO 228). See Applying for Graduation.