The Nursing Program admitted its first students in September 1967 and received full accreditation from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) on September 24th, 1970. The Nursing Assistant program admitted its first students and received full approval from the Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN) in the year 1990.
The Nursing program prepares students with a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing. The program curriculum offers an exit option at the Practical Nurse level following the third semester. Transfer students and Licensed Practical Nurses are admitted into the program based on published advanced placement requirements.
The Nursing Assistant program prepares the student to take the state examination to become a certified or licensed nursing assistant (CNA, LNA), whose main role is to work under the supervision of nurses to provide high-quality care to patients. The skills learned as a Nursing Assistant can prepare the student for a long-term career in the nursing field.
The faculty and staff include the Director of Nursing and Allied Health, eight full-time faculty, a Clinical Facilitator, a Lab Coordinator, a full-time Administrative Assistant, Nursing Support Specialist, and part-time Nursing Support Specialist and lab technicians. The program also employs local practicing nurses educated at the MSN and BSN levels as part-time clinical faculty to maintain a maximum of 1:10 faculty/student ratio in clinical practice. Students graduating from our program are eligible for licensing as either Registered Nurses (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN).
The opportunities in nursing practice are more exciting and diverse than ever before. A variety of career and professional options await our graduates. The program also fosters academic partnerships providing graduates with a variety of options to pursue advanced degrees in Nursing.
Approval and Accreditation
The Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 W. Adams Street, Suite 2000
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 602-771-7800
www.azbn.gov
The Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) Feb 2016-Feb 2024:
For Accreditation Status:
ACEN
3390 Peachtree Road NE Suite 81400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404)975-5000
Email: info@acenursing.org
www.acenursing.org
Program Outcomes
Announcements
HESI A2 Testing Update
Students - If you are planning on taking the HESI A2, but you are unsure about being able to test, please know that Elsevier has set up ProctorU which allows students to take the HESI A2 exam remotely. Please follow the instructions under the “Program Documents” tab titled “Admissions Assessment Exam (HESI A2)” to send your request to purchase the exam.
Nursing Information Sessions:
It is MANDATORY that ALL students applying for the Nursing Program attend a Nursing Information Session.
Fall 2021 Pre-Nursing Information sessions will be offered via zoom and in person starting 8/23/2021. The schedule is listed below. If you want to attend a session via zoom please click on the link below at the date and time the session is scheduled for. The Pre-Nursing Information session zoom links are located in the document below titled “Pre-Nursing Info Session Zoom Link”. If you have any questions please contact us at nursing@azwestern.edu
Pre-Nursing Information Sessions - Fall 2021 Schedule
8/10/2021 at 3:00 pm - Zoom link located below
8/23/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
9/13/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
9/27/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
10/4/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
10/18/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
11/1/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
11/15/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
12/6/2021 at 3:00 pm - LR 250 or Zoom (Zoom link located below)
No Registration required to attend these sessions
Spring 2022 Schedule TBA
Pre-Nursing Information Session Zoom Link Pre-Nursing Information Session flyer
Programs
Click on a program to get more information.
AAS in Nursing
Due Date(s)
- Nursing Program (Including LPN/Advanced Placement)
- Spring 2022
- Due September 15, 2021
- Readmission Requests
- Spring 2022
- Due September 15, 2021 (non-current students)
- Due December 9, 2021 by noon (current students only)
Associate Degree in Nursing - 2 Years
AAS degree, graduates are eligible to seek licensure as a registered nurse (RN).
Designed to provide an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing degree with an exit option of Practical Nurse and eligibility for entrance into a Baccalaureate Degree program in nursing.
Learning experiences include classroom, lab, clinical, online communication and assignments, and computer interactive learning and simulation.
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Exit Option - 3 Semesters
Exit option of the ADN program.
Following successful completion of the first 3 semesters of the associate degree in nursing, students desiring to earn a Practical Nurse certificate can complete the Transition to PN Competency Packet.
This certificate makes the student eligible for licensure as a Practical Nurse.
Associate Degree in Nursing
Recommended Program Map / Program Requirements
The recommended plan below meets the requirements to complete this program. For official requirements, visit the AWC Catalog. If the recommended classes listed below don’t fit your schedule or interests, you can take alternate classes.
To get started on your personalized Academic Plan, visit the Academic Planning page or schedule an appointment to meet with an advisor.
First Semester: Spring
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 201 | Anatomy and Physiology I/GE | 4 | Prerequisite |
| ENG 101 | Freshman Composition I/GE | 3 | GE-Composition |
| AGS 101 | Solving Prob. of the World/GE | 3 | GE-Humanities |
| CIS 120 | Computer Information Systems/GE | 3 | GE-Additional Courses |
| 13 |
Second Semester: Fall
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 202 | Anatomy and Physiology II/GE | 4 | Major Requirement |
| NUR 117 | Pharmacology w/Calculations | 2 | Major Requirement |
| NUR 121 | Nursing I | 8 | Major Requirement |
| 14 |
Third Semester: Spring
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAS 238 | Human Development/GE | 3 | Major Requirement |
| NUR 122 | Nursing 2 | 8 | Major Requirement |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology/GE | 3 | GE- Social/Behavioral Sciences |
| 14 |
Fourth Semester: Fall
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 205 | Microbiology/GE | 4 | Major Requirement |
| NUR 221 | Nursing 3 | 8 | Major Requirement |
| ENG 102 | Freshman Composition II/GE | 3 | GE-Composition |
| 15 |
Fifth Semester: Spring
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 222 | Nursing 4 | 8 | Major Requirement |
| MAT 142 | College Math With App/GE | 3 | GE-Mathematics |
| 11 |
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Exit Option
Recommended Program Map / Program Requirements
The recommended plan below meets the requirements to complete this program. For official requirements, visit the AWC Catalog. If the recommended classes listed below don’t fit your schedule or interests, you can take alternate classes.
To get started on your personalized Academic Plan, visit the Academic Planning page or schedule an appointment to meet with an advisor.
First Semester: Spring
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 201 | Anatomy and Physiology I/GE | 4 | Prerequisite |
| ENG 101 | Freshman Composition I/GE | 3 | Prerequisite |
| FAS 238 | Human Development/GE | 3 | Major Requirement |
| NUR 117 | Pharmacology w/Calculations | 2 | Major Requirement |
| 12 |
Second Semester: Fall
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 202 | Anatomy and Physiology II/GE | 4 | Major Requirement |
| NUR 121 | Nursing I | 8 | Major Requirement |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology/GE | 3 | Major Requirement |
| 15 |
Third Semester: Spring
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 122 | Nursing 2 | 8 | Major Requirement |
| 8 |
Fourth Semester: Fall
| Course | Course Title | Credits | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR 221 | Nursing 3 | 8 | Major Requirement |
| 8 |
Nursing Assistant
To get started on your personalized Academic Plan, visit the Academic Planning page or schedule an appointment to meet with an advisor.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Rev. 09/2019
Due Date(s)
- Nursing Assistant Program
- Spring 2022
- Due by October 28, 2021, by 4:30 pm
Nursing Assistant Program - 1 Semester
5 Credit course (Fall/Spring have 2 - 8-week sessions and 1 - 16-week session. Summer session has 1 - 8-week session)
Prepares the learner for taking the state examination to become a nursing assistant and work in health care settings.
Those applying to the Nursing Assistant Program will need to provide documentation of their eligibility for MAT 121.
Students: We recently made changes to our application process effective immediately. Please read the new Admission Information and Application form on the Program Documents tab above.
Program Costs
Click on a program to get more information about program costs.
Nursing Program Costs Estimate
PROGRAM COST ESTIMATE |
||
| Course Tuition** The total number of courses credits included in the Nursing Curriculum plan: 67 |
67 credits x $88.00= $5,896 (Resident status) | |
| Course Fees | $818 per semester x 4: $3,272 | |
| Textbooks (core nursing classes only) (Purchased at the beginning of the first semester.) |
Estimated $1,500.00 | |
| Uniform & Equipment (Purchased at the beginning of the first semester.) |
Uniform, Program badge, Stethoscope: $60 White shoes (Cost will vary based on personal preference) Watch indicating seconds |
|
| Health & Safety Requirements (Cost will vary and includes a Fingerprint Clearance Card and Drug Screen) |
$250 | |
| Graduation Fee | $15 | |
| Total Estimated Cost of AWC Nursing Program: | $10,993 | |
RN Licensing Fees |
||
| State Board Fee | $300.00 | |
| Fingerprint Cost | $50.00 | |
| NCLEX Exam Fee | $200.00 | |
| Total RN Licensing Fees | $550.00 | |
| NCLEX Review | Prices range from $225.00 to $618.00 | |
*All fees are subject to change.
** This estimate includes only courses included in the Nursing Program Curriculum plan.
Nursing Assistant Program Costs Estimate
- Tuition: $450.00 (Resident status - $90/credit)
- Lab Fee: $250.00 (Include the state certification test fee.)
- Uniform: $40 Wine-colored scrubs + $10- $15 program patch to be purchased at the AWC bookstore
- White or Black shoes: $40
- Textbook and workbook: $120
- Health& Safety Requirements:
- CPR Card: $35
- Fingerprint Clearance Card: $73
- Tuberculosis Screening: $10 - $20
- Drug Test: $38
- Equipment:
- Gait Belt: $8 - $20
- Watch-indicating seconds: $20
Program Documents
Click on a program to access and download program documents.
Nursing Program Documents
| Application Documents | File |
|---|---|
| Application & Admission Information *Applications will not be reviewed at the time of delivery |
Download |
| LPN Advanced Placement Information & Application Use this application if you are currently licensed as a LPN. |
Download |
| Admission Assessment Exam (HESI A2) | Download |
| Student Guide and Forms | File |
|---|---|
| Nursing Student Guide | Download |
| Readmission Form | Download |
| Petition for Instructional Issues | Download |
| Practical Nursing Exit | Download |
| Transition to PN Competency | Download |
Career Overview and Job Outlook
Nursing
The program prepares students with a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing. The program curriculum offers an exit option at the Practical Nurse level following the third semester. Transfer students and Licensed Practical Nurses are admitted into the program based on published advanced placement requirements.
The opportunities in nursing practice are more exciting and diverse than ever before. A variety of career and professional options await our graduates. The program also fosters academic partnerships providing graduates with a variety of options to pursue advanced degrees in Nursing.
Nursing Assistant
The program prepares the student to take the state examination to become a certified or licensed nursing assistant (CNA, LNA), whose main role is to work under the supervision of nurses to provide high-quality care to patients. The skills learned as a Nursing Assistant can prepare the student for a long-term career in the nursing field.
Being a nursing assistant offers many rewards, challenges, and opportunities. Nursing assistants work in nursing homes, assisted living centers, hospitals, hospice, correctional institutions, clinics, and other settings.
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an increasing demand in nursing assistants secondary to the growth rate of the elderly population over the next decade. The average annual salary for certified nursing assistants is $25,000 to $37,000 with the median being that of $33,500.
Contact Information
* Please note: Admission requirements for all programs include a criminal background check and drug test.