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.
Summer 2023 Pre-Nursing Information sessions will be offered via zoom and in person. 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 link is the same for each session. If you have any questions please contact us at nursing@azwestern.edu
Pre-Nursing Information Sessions - Summer 2023 Schedule
Please use the following zoom link for all Pre-Nursing Information sessions: https://azwestern.zoom.us/j/81974985458
Meeting ID: 819 7498 5458
There is no registration required to attend these sessions
Fall 2023 Schedule TBA
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 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 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, a 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.
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 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404)975-5000
Email: info@acenursing.org
www.acenursing.org
Program Outcomes
Nursing Program (Including LPN/Advanced Placement)
Spring 2024
Due September 1, 2023
Readmission Requests
Spring 2024
Due by September 1, 2023
Due December 14, 2023 by noon (current Nursing students only)
| File Name | Downloads |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| File Name | Downloads |
|---|---|
| Nursing Student Guide | Download |
| Readmission Form | Download |
| Petition for Instructional Issues | Download |
| Practical Nursing Exit | Download |
| Transition to PN Competency | Download |
Check the above for any necessary program documents.
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.
Check the above to view program costs estimate. All fees are subject to change.
| Title | Local Bachelor's |
|---|---|
| Nursing - A.A.S. Occupational Degree | - |
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.