Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Henry Ford College
Key Information
Campus location
Detroit, USA
Languages
English
Study format
Blended, On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
If you are looking for a career where your daily work makes a difference, then nursing is for you! The HFC Nursing Program is designed to prepare graduates to be caring, compassionate nurses.
The program prepares individuals to work as entry-level registered nurses. HFC is the first associate’s degree nursing program in Michigan, one of seven such programs in the nation. The program has received many awards and grants for curricula design, innovative teaching strategies, creative curriculum scheduling and collaborative partnerships.
Occupational Exposure/Risk
Students in the nursing program must understand that they will be involved in the direct care of clients, including direct contact with all parts of the body. Because nurses are required to lift, move and transfer patients, stand for long periods of time, possess certain fine motor skills, and sufficient visual acuity to care for patients, additional physical capabilities are required for entrance into the program. In order to be considered for admission to or retention in the Nursing Program, students must possess:
- Sufficient visual acuity is necessary for accurate assessment and safe nursing care to clients, such as physical assessment, preparation, and administration of all medications, and direct observation of clients.
- Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from clients and members of the health team and to assess client health status while using equipment and interpreting other noise stimuli (cardiac monitors, stethoscopes, intravenous infusion pumps, dopplers, fire alarms, call lights, and cries for help).
- Sufficient gross/fine motor coordination to respond promptly and implement skills required in meeting the health care needs of clients, including manipulation of equipment and supplies.
- Sufficient physical abilities to move around client’s rooms, work in treatment areas, and administer cardiopulmonary procedures.
- Sufficient strength to perform physical activities frequently requiring the ability to lift, push, pull objects more than fifty pounds, and transfer objects and persons of more than one hundred pounds.
- Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with clients and communicate their health status and needs promptly and effectively.
- Sufficient intellectual and emotional capability to plan and implement care for clients.
- Sufficient psychological stability essential to perform at the required levels in the clinical portions of the nursing program.
- Ability to sustain long periods of concentration to make decisions regarding correct techniques, use of equipment, and proper care of clients.
- Sufficient physical stamina to remain standing for long periods of time.
Applicants considering a career in nursing may also be exposed to infectious diseases during their course of study and in subsequent employment in the field and are likely to work in situations where exposure to infectious disease is possible.
This is an occupational health risk for all health care workers. Persons should not become health care workers unless they recognize and accept this risk. Proper education and strict adherence to well established infection-control guidelines can reduce this risk to a minimum. A thorough education in infection control procedures is an important part of the nursing program of study.
Registry / Certification / Licensure Exam Information
The nursing program prepares graduates for entry-level positions in the nursing profession.
Successful completion of the program of study qualifies graduates to receive an Associate in Applied Science Degree and apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) leading to state license as a registered nurse.
The Michigan State Board of Nursing regulates the licensing and can deny RN licensure for a number of reasons; for example, the conviction of a misdemeanor or a felony. Prior to beginning the Nursing program, students are advised to visit the Michigan website or call the Michigan Board of Nursing regarding eligibility for licensing.
Program Completion Limits
The College and the Nursing Faculty reserve the right to make policy and program changes at any time to comply with requirements of accrediting agencies, clinical facilities, or the college, and to meet the changing health care needs of society. Requirement changes, updates, and all information regarding the Nursing program can be obtained through the Nursing Student Success Navigator located in the Welcome Center Advising area on the main campus.
Accreditation
The program is approved by the Michigan State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326 Phone: 404.975.5000 and Fax: 404.975.5020