Program Overview
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Overview
The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at the University of Bridgeport is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide person-centered, evidence-based nursing care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. The program emphasizes interprofessional healthcare, critical thinking, and clinical judgment, preparing students to act as liaisons between patients, their families, and healthcare teams.
Program Details
- Duration: 20 months (part-time)
- Format: Nursing classes are offered 2-3 evenings per week, with clinicals including day, evening, and weekend options.
- Licensure: Upon completing the program, students must pass the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) to become licensed RNs.
Curriculum
The ADN program includes coursework and clinical experiences that prepare students for a rewarding career in nursing. Key features of the program include:
- Nursing Skills and Simulation Center: Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including patient simulators, manikins, and a Pyxis machine.
- Clinical Experiences: Students work in clinical settings throughout the greater Bridgeport area, practicing nursing skills and incorporating safe and appropriate use of the nursing process and patient care technology.
Admission Requirements
- Prerequisites: Not specified in the provided content.
- Point System: Not specified in the provided content.
- Information Sheet: Not specified in the provided content.
Careers
Graduates of the ADN program are prepared for a variety of careers in nursing, including:
- Registered Nurse (RN): Providing person-centered, evidence-based nursing care to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Healthcare Manager: Acting as a liaison between patients, their families, and healthcare teams.
Flexibility
The ADN program is designed to fit into students' busy lives, with nursing classes offered 2-3 evenings per week and clinicals including day, evening, and weekend options.
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School of Nursing
The University of Bridgeport's School of Nursing is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing.