Nursing - Frederick Community College

Nursing

Nursing Contact: Kyla Newbould, Director of Nursing Education • Email • 301.846.2607 Admissions: Select Admissions Coordinator: Abby Sines - [email protected] Health Science Advising: Aliya Merhi [email protected] • Amber Tobery [email protected] Financial Aid: • FCC Finanical Aid

Program Requirements Goals & Outcomes Fees & Scholarships Application Health Science Programs

NursingContact:
Kyla Newbould, Director of Nursing Education
Email • 301.846.2607
Select Admissions Coordinator
Abby Sines [email protected]
Health Science Advising
Aliya Merhi [email protected]
Amber Tobery [email protected]

Program Requirements Goals & Outcomes Fees & Scholarships Application Health Science Programs

Admissions Information
Curriculum
Program Information
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Frederick Community College offers The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, The Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate. If you have not completed college-level English and math courses, you will need to take FCC’s English and math placement tests. If you have completed college course work at any undergraduate institution, you will need to have official transcripts from each undergraduate institution attended sent to FCC’s Registration and Records Office. Contact FCC’s Admissions Office for information and answers to questions regarding application to the College, sending official transcripts, and placement testing.

Admissions

Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)

Frequently Asked Questions about the TEAS

WHEN SHOULD I TAKE THE TEAS?

Students must register for and take the TEAS prior to their appropriate application deadline. Applicants must complete the TEAS prior to submitting their application to the program, and applicants must earn a score that qualifies their application for consideration by the nursing program (see “SCORE” information below).
It is recommended that students take the TEAS 2-to-3 months prior to the application deadline. The TEAS must be completed and qualifying TEAS scores earned prior to the application deadline.

WHEN IS THE TEAS OFFERED?

Please refer to the ATI website for TEAS testing information, or contact FCC’s Testing Center ([email protected]) or FCC’s Advising Office ([email protected]).
Students must complete the TEAS and earn qualifying TEAS scores before the application deadline.

WHAT WILL I NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE TEAS?

Students will need their FCC ID number, a credit card, internet‐access, and an e‐mail address to complete the online registration.
TEAS registration information can be found online the ATI website. The applicant will need to create an account. It is important to remember the username and password, as it is needed to access the TEAS on test day.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE TEAS:

Register and pay for the TEAS on the ATI website.
On the right, above the log‐in fields, click on the link and follow the instructions to “Create an Account with ATI.”
Continue on the website for choosing the institution where the exam will be taken.
Drop down menus will appear. Select "Maryland" in the state field and "Frederick" in the city field and click the "NEXT" button.
You should then see the upcoming dates the TEAS will be offered here at FCC. Click the "Register" link next to the date on which you wish to take the TEAS.
A summary will appear and the applicant can verify the order is correct, then continue and pay for the TEAS appointment with a credit card.
When prompted, choose "ADN" for the Associate’s Degree in Nursing or RN program or “PN” for the Practical Nursing Certificate program. Ignore any other option that may appear.

WHERE SHOULD I GO ON MY SCHEDULED TEST DATE?

Review information on the ATI website regarding accessing the TEAS on test day. Contact FCC’s Testing Center ([email protected]) with any questions.

HOW LONG DOES THE TEST TAKE?

Nursing applicants should allow four (4) hours to take the test. Please arrive or log in early, as testing will start promptly at the scheduled times. Nursing applicants will not be allowed to test upon late arrival or login, and will forfeit testing fees. Nursing applicants are able to reschedule by following the Registration Instructions listed above.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE TEST?

Review information on the ATI website regarding required and allowable materials for testing. Contact FCC’s Testing Center ([email protected]) with any questions.

HOW MUCH DOES THE TEST COST?

For cost of taking ATI TEAS, see current cost information at www.atitesting.com. Non‐FCC students applying to other programs must pay an additional $30 testing fee. The FCC Testing Center accepts cash, check made payable to FCC, and credit or bank cards.

WHAT IF I'VE ALREADY TAKEN THE TEAS AT ANOTHER SCHOOL?

TEAS scores that qualify an application for review (see “SCORE” FAQs) and that will be less than two years old at the application deadline are valid and can be submitted with the application to the Nursing Program. Nursing applicants must log into the ATI website and request that a copy of previous scores be sent to the FCC Testing Center. FCC Testing Center contact information is available on the ATI website. Nursing applicants must upload a copy of their qualifying TEAS scores, which shows scores for all areas of the TEAS, with their online application to FCC’s Nursing Program.
Only ATI TEAS scores are accepted for application to FCC’s Nursing Program.
If TEAS scores will be older than 2 years at the application deadline, the TEAS must be taken again and qualifying TEAS scores must be earned for an applicant to be considered for admission.

HOW CAN I STUDY FOR THE TEAS?

ATI offers a study manual and two practice assessments for the TEAS. These study materials can be found on the ATI website. For information about study materials, click on "ATI Product Solutions" and "Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)."
Students may also purchase TEAS study materials from FCC’s Bookstore.
Copies of the ATI Official study manual are available on reserve in FCC’s Gladhill Learning Commons (Linganore Hall). These copies cannot be checked out of the library and students should refrain from marking up the manuals.
There are other websites that offer TEAS prep material. (Simply search online for "TEAS test prep" or "TEAS practice questions"), and there are apps than can be downloaded to smartphones.
In general, first‐year level classes at FCC should also be good preparation for the TEAS. The Science portion of the TEAS does require some knowledge of general cell biology, basic chemistry, and topics covered in Anatomy & Physiology.

HOW OFTEN CAN I TAKE THE TEAS?

Students can take the TEAS twice during each application and admissions cycle. There are application and admission cycles in the fall semester and in the spring/summer semester each academic year.
The TEAS must be paid for each time it is taken. It is possible for a nursing applicant to take the TEAS twice in each testing (admission and application) window, as long as the applicant schedules an appointment for one of the days offered in the beginning of the testing window dates.
Students can take the TEAS one time only during any 30‐day period. Students who wish to take the TEAS a second time must wait a minimum of 30 days in between attempts.

SCORES

An applicant must submit qualifying TEAS scores with their application to the Nursing Program to be considered for admission.
Minimum qualifying TEAS Score – all scores must be achieved on the same test:

Overall score in the proficient range or above (minimum 58.7% overall) and
Minimum math score of 69% and
Minimum reading score of 69%

A qualifying TEAS score cannot be older than 2 years at the application deadline.

WHAT DO I DO ONCE I HAVE MY TEAS SCORES?

When scores meet the minimum qualifying requirements: A copy of the results must be submitted to the FCC Testing Center if taken through another testing location. When taking the TEAS through the FCC Testing Center, students will receive a printed copy of their scores soon after completion of the test. Nursing applicants may request a personal copy of the results. These scores will be verified with ATI once your scores becomes official. If the TEAS was taken somewhere other than FCC, students must request an official copy of their scores from ATI. ATI charges for a transcript request, and this can be paid by credit or bank card. Visit the ATI website and log in. Students need to upload TEAS exam results showing all qualifying scores for all sections of the TEAS with the online Nursing Program application.
When scores DO NOT meet the minimum requirements: Nursing applicants will not be considered for admission to any of the three nursing programs. Review materials are available for studying and applicants may retake the TEAS at least 30 days after their previous attempt. Applicant must earn qualifying TEAS scores prior to the application deadline. .
How do I report my score? If the TEAS exam is taken through the Testing Center at FCC, the student will print out 2 copies of the results. One copy is for the student, the other copy is for the Testing Center. Each applicant must upload a copy of their qualifying TEAS scores with their application to FCC’s Nursing Program regardless of whether they completed the TEAS through FCC’s Testing Center or through another Testing Location. The uploaded TEAS scores must show scores for all sections of the TEAS exam.

Prerequisites

To apply to FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing Program (including FCC’s Transition-to-RN program), applicants must complete the following pre-admission courses:

ENGL101 (EN101) – English Composition
MATH – MATH120 Statistics or Higher
COMM - General Education communications elective
ARTT - General Education arts elective
PSYC101 (PS101) - General Psychology
SOCY101 (SO101) - Introduction to Sociology
EDPS210 (ED/PS208) - Human Growth & Development
HUMANITIES - general education humanities elective
[Science prerequisite: BSCI55 or BSCI150 or CHEM101]
BSCI201 (BI103) - Anatomy & Physiology I **
BSCI202 (BI104) - Anatomy & Physiology II **
BSCI223 (BI120) - Microbiology **

** Sciences must be completed by the end of the semester in which application is submitted to the Nursing Program. The sciences cannot be enrolled in more than twice each in the five years leading up to the application deadline (withdrawals, audits, and grades of D or F all count as an enrollment), and none can be older than 5 years at the application deadline.

One (1-3 credit) PHED, HLTH or NUTR course is required to earn the Associate Degree in Nursing. Three-credit NUTR102 (HE102) or NUTR200 (HE200) Nutrition is recommended to fulfill this requirement for students interested in the dual-admission RN-to-BSN partnership with Frostburg State, Towson, or the University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON).

For additional information, see the Pre-Health Professions: Associate Degree in Nursing Information Sheet and Point Scale

To apply to FCC’s Practical Nursing Certificate (LPN) program, applicants must complete the following pre-admission courses:

ENGL101 (EN101) – English Composition
MATH – MATH120 Statistics or Higher
EDPS210 (ED/PS208) - Human Growth & Development
[Science prerequisite: BSCI55 or BSCI150 or CHEM101]
BSCI201 (BI103) - Anatomy & Physiology I**
BSCI202 (BI104) - Anatomy & Physiology II **
BSCI223 (BI120) - Microbiology **

Information Videos and Point Scale

Practical Nursing Certificate

The Practical Nursing (PN) certificate requires 48 credit hours and is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, the graduate is eligible to take the PN licensure exam. Graduates are prepared to give competent, safe nursing care to clients in a variety of settings.

The licensed practical nurse (LPN) works in a team relationship with the registered nurse or physician in providing care based on knowledge, judgment, and skill and on principles of the biological, physiological, behavioral, and sociological sciences.

The clinical portion of the practical nursing curriculum is completed in one year but because of prerequisite courses, demands of clinical experiences, and personal responsibilities, the entire curriculum will take at least two years.

View Pathway for this Program.

Gainful Employment - Practical Nursing
Important information about the educational debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attended this program.

*To view curriculum requirements for all previous catalog years and pathways for previous catalog years from 2021-2022 forward, please see previous catalog versions. Pathways for years prior to 2021-2022 are archived below.

Nursing A.S. Degree - Day Option
☑ This is a Selective Admissions Program
The Nursing A.S. Degree Program prepares students to give competent, safe nursing care to clients in hospitals, nursing homes and other comparable health agencies under the supervision of more experienced practitioners. With experience and further preparation, students should be able to assume increasing responsibility in nursing. The program prepares students to take the examination for registered nurse licensure.

High school preparation for the nursing program should include algebra, advanced biology, chemistry and data processing. Enrollment in the nursing program is limited by the availability of clinical facilities.

The Nursing A.S. Degree Program at FCC is a selective admissions program. This pathway is for students who have been accepted into the program only. Students who have not yet been accepted into the program should begin the Pre-Health Professions Pre-Nursing pathway and apply to the Nursing A.S. Degree Program after all selective admissions courses have been completed.

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*Students must apply for the Nursing cohort of their choice (day or evening-weekend) after completing the third semester.

Admission to the program is competitive and, generally, priority is given to residents of Frederick County. Applications for admission to the nursing program should be completed by March 31 for the day option (summer/fall admission) or October 31 for the evening/weekend option (January/spring admission).
This includes applying for admission to the College, completion of placement tests, and arranging an interview with the allied health advisor.

The Nursing A.S. Degree Program is seldom completed in fewer than three years by full-time students. Because of prerequisite courses and the demands of clinical experiences and family responsibilities, most students will be enrolled in the program for four years. Students who drop out for any reason may be readmitted on a space available basis and should contact the director of nursing education as soon as possible.

Information about tuition, fees, and completion time may be obtained from the Welcome Center or the allied health advisor. Conviction of a felony or misdemeanor may prohibit students from taking the nursing licensure exam. Please see the director of nursing education prior to enrolling as a nursing major to discuss options. Students are required to obtain criminal background checks before starting clinical coursework.

A grade of “C” or better must be earned in all courses in the nursing program.

If the student’s knowledge of biological and chemical principles is deficient, BI 55 (Preparation for Allied Health) will be required.

Available scholarships for this program:

Tuition Reduction for Non-Resident Nursing Students
Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program
Parren J. Mitchell Public Service Scholarship – Nursing, FCC Foundation (28)

Nursing A.S. Degree - Evening & Weekend Option
☑ This is a Selective Admissions Program
The Nursing A.S. Degree Program prepares students to give competent, safe nursing care to clients in hospitals, nursing homes and other comparable health agencies under the supervision of more experienced practitioners. With experience and further preparation, students should be able to assume increasing responsibility in nursing. The program prepares students to take the examination for registered nurse licensure.

View Pathway for this Program.

*Students must apply for the Nursing cohort of their choice (day or evening-weekend) after completing the third semester.

Admission to the program is competitive and, generally, priority is given to residents of Frederick County. Applications for admission to the nursing program should be completed by March 31 for the day option (summer/fall admission) or October 31 for the evening/weekend option (January/spring admission). This includes applying for admission to the College, completion of placement tests, and arranging an interview with the allied health advisor.

The associate degree nursing program is seldom completed in fewer than three years by full-time students. Because of prerequisite courses and the demands of clinical experiences and family responsibilities, most students will be enrolled in the program for four years. Students who drop out for any reason may be readmitted on a space available basis and should contact the director of nursing education as soon as possible.

Information about tuition, fees, and completion time may be obtained from the Welcome Center or the allied health advisor. Conviction of a felony or misdemeanor may prohibit students from taking the nursing licensure exam. Please see the director of nursing education prior to enrolling as a nursing major to discuss options. Students are required to obtain criminal background checks before starting clinical coursework.

A grade of “C” or better must be earned in all courses in the nursing program.

If the student’s knowledge of biological and chemical principles is deficient, BI 55 (Preparation for Allied Health) will be required.

Available scholarships for this program:

Tuition Reduction for Non-Resident Nursing Students
Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program
Parren J. Mitchell Public Service Scholarship – Nursing, FCC Foundation (28)

RN-to-BSN – Frostburg State University Option
☑ This is a Selective Admissions Program
The RN-to-BSN is a combined Associate Degree in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. The Associate-to-Bachelor’s (ATB) program at FCC allows eligible nursing students to complete bachelor’s degree courses through Frostburg State University while completing clinical work at FCC.

To get started in this program, students should:

Apply to FCC (the College) and indicate intent to apply to FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.
Once finished or finishing FCC ADN pre-admission courses, apply for admission to FCC’s selective-admission Associate Degree in Nursing program. If admitted, enroll in FCC’s ADN program and apply to the Frostburg University’s ATB program.
If accepted into Frostburg University’s ATB program, enroll in Frostburg University BSN courses while completing FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program.

FCC nursing clinicals can be completed in two years, and the ATB program at Frostburg can be completed in an additional six months if the recommended course sequence is followed. Students who successfully complete the ATB program will receive an Associate of Nursing Degree from FCC and a B.S. in Nursing from Frostburg State University.

Students admitted to the ADN program at FCC may elect to pursue the Frostburg ATB program at any time. Students can enroll at Frostburg and will be granted early admission to their ATB program as long as they meet admission requirements and remain in good standing at FCC. Students may also choose to pursue the ATB program at Frostburg after completion of the FCC ADN program.

FCC participates in the Maryland Articulation Model that was revised in fall 2003. A maximum of 70 non-nursing credits will be accepted. Transfer of nursing credits will not be necessary as 30 upper division nursing credits will be awarded by the baccalaureate college or university based on a valid unencumbered Maryland nursing license.

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*Associate Degree in Nursing awarded by FCC; eligible to take NCLEX-RN licensing exam after completion of Year 4 – Spring.

**B.S. Degree awarded upon completion of FSU 32 credit minimum requirement (after completion of Year 5 – Fall).

Faculty at both Frederick Community College and Frostburg State University reserve the right to update curriculum plans in response to criteria set forth by accreditation bodies, best practices in nursing education, and the evolving needs of the health care system.

For lists of approved General Education electives, see the FCC catalog or class schedule.

Frederick Community College ADN Admission Requirements:
selective admissions program

Frostburg State University ATB Requirements

Admission to and enrollment in FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Completion of CHEM100 or CHEM101, MATH120, and NUTR102 or NUTR200 .

Frostburg State University RN-to-BS Admission Requirements

Unencumbered RN license once ADN program is completed
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Completion of CHEM100 or CHEM101, MATH120, and NUTR102 or NUTR200 .

FCC/Frostburg Transfer Pathway

Frostburg State University Contact:
Heather A. Gable, DNP, RN, LNHA, CNE, NEA-BC
Chair/Associate Professor, Department of Nursing
301-687-4894 • [email protected]

RN-to-BSN – Towson University Option
☑ This is a Selective Admissions Program
The RN-to-BSN is a combined Associate Degree in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. The Associate-to-Bachelor’s (ATB) program at FCC allows eligible nursing students to complete bachelor’s degree courses through Towson University while completing clinical work at FCC.

To get started in this program, students should:

Apply to FCC (the College) and indicate intent to apply to FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.
Once finished or finishing FCC ADN pre-admission courses, apply for admission to FCC’s selective-admission Associate Degree in Nursing program. If admitted, enroll in FCC’s ADN program and apply to the Towson University’s ATB program.
If accepted into Towson University’s ATB program, enroll in Towson University BSN courses while completing FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program.

Students who are dually enrolled in the FCC/TU ATB option will be pursuing an Associate of Nursing degree from FCC and a B.S. Degree in Nursing from Towson University. Successful students will earn both degrees in 2.5 years if the recommended course sequence is followed. The Towson ATB option consists of 30 credits that are offered in a combination of formats including face-to-face, hybrid, and online. The required face-to-face classes will be offered at the Towson main campus in Towson, MD.

Students admitted to the ADN program at FCC have the opportunity to join the Towson University ATB option during their first fall semester provided all prerequisites have been met. Students who are interested in earning their B.S. in Nursing from Towson University but do not want to participate in the dual enrollment option can complete the ADN program at FCC and then apply to Towson’s RN-to-BS program once they are a licensed RN in Maryland.

FCC participates in the Maryland Articulation Model that was revised in fall 2003. A maximum of 70 non-nursing credits will be accepted. Transfer of nursing credits will not be necessary as 30 upper division nursing credits will be awarded by the baccalaureate college or university based on a valid unencumbered Maryland nursing license.

View Pathway for this Program.

*Associate Degree in Nursing awarded by FCC; eligible to take NCLEX-RN licensing exam after completion of Term 7 – Spring.

**B.S. Degree awarded upon completion of TU 30 credit minimum requirement (after completion of Term 9 – Fall – Towson). Students may separate Term 9 courses and elongate the ATB option. Students must continue taking at least one course per semester until their degree is completed.

Faculty at both Frederick Community College and Towson University reserve the right to update curriculum plans in response to criteria set forth by accreditation bodies, best practices in nursing education, and the evolving needs of the health care system.

For lists of approved General Education electives, see the FCC catalog or class schedule.

Required courses fulfill Towson University’s prerequisite requirements: HE200, CH101, BI120, MA206 or 207. Must be completed prior to starting Towson’s ATB Program.

Frederick Community College ADN Admission Requirements:
selective admissions program

FCC/TU TransferPathway

Towson University ATB Requirements

Admission to and enrollment in FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Completion of CHEM101, MATH120, NUTR200 with minimum grades of C

Towson University RN-to-BS Admission Requirements

Unencumbered RN license once ADN program is completed
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Completion of CHEM101, MATH120, NUTR200 with minimum grades of C

Towson University Contact:

Brook Necker
Admissions Coordinator/Supervisor
Department of Nursing Towson University
410.704.4170 • [email protected]

RN-to-BSN – University of Maryland School of Nursing Option
☑ This is a Selective Admissions Program
The RN-to-BSN is a combined Associate Degree in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. The RN-to-BSN Dual-Admission Partnership through FCC and the University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) allows eligible nursing students to complete bachelor’s degree courses through the University of Maryland School of Nursing while completing clinical work at FCC.

To get started in this program, students should:

Apply to FCC (the College) and indicate intent to apply to FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.
Once finished or finishing FCC ADN pre-admission courses, apply for admission to FCC’s selective-admission Associate Degree in Nursing program.
If admitted to FCC’s ADN Program, enroll and meet with FCC’s Dual-Admission Partnership advisor.
If accepted into the UMSON RN-to-BSN Dual-Admission Partnership, enroll in UMSON BSN courses while completing FCC nursing clinicals or start UMSON’s RN-to-BSN classes once finished with FCC’s Associate Degree in Nursing Program.

FCC clinicals can be completed in two years, and the BSN degree can be earned in an additional two semesters if the recommended course sequence is followed. Students who successfully complete the Dual-Admission Partnership will receive an Associate of Nursing Degree from FCC and a B.S. in Nursing Degree from University of Maryland School of Nursing.

Students admitted to the ADN program at FCC may elect to pursue the UMSON Dual-Admission Partnership at any time. Students can enroll at UMSON and will be granted early admission to their RN-to-BSN program as long as they meet admission requirements and remain in good standing at FCC. Students may also choose to pursue the RN-to-BSN program at UMSON after completion of the FCC ADN program.

FCC participates in the Maryland Articulation Model that was revised in fall 2003. A maximum of 70 non-nursing credits will be accepted. Transfer of nursing credits will not be necessary as 30 upper division nursing credits will be awarded by the baccalaureate college or university based on a valid unencumbered Maryland nursing license.

View Pathway for this Program.

*For students who do not have a Bachelor’s Degree, complete FCC degree requirements for Pre-Health Professions Associate’s Degree including additional electives designated with the * and gain admission to FCC Nursing Program. Students who have earned a Bachelor’s Degree do not need additional electives designated by the * and should speak with an FCC Dual-Admission RN-to-BSN partnership advisor prior to enrolling in any of these courses.

**Gain admission to UMSON’S RN-to-BSN Program and begin UMSON’s RN-to-BSN courses after completion of Year 3 – Spring.

***Three NURS418 electives are required for the RN-to-BSN program. Prerequisites for NURS418 electives vary by course. Specific prerequisites for each NURS418 will be available from the UMSON Office of Registration. Students should contact a UMSON advisor to discuss NURS418 options.

****Associate Degree in Nursing awarded by FCC; eligible to take NCLEX-RN licensing exam after completion of Year 4 – Spring.

*****B.S. Degree awarded upon completion of UMSON 31 credit minimum requirement (after completion of Year 5 – Spring).

Faculty at both Frederick Community College and The University of Maryland School of Nursing reserve the right to update curriculum plans in response to criteria set forth by accreditation bodies, best practices in nursing education, and the evolving needs of the health care system.

For lists of approved General Education electives, see the FCC catalog or class schedule.

Frederick Community College ADN Admission Requirements: selective admissions program.

University of Maryland School of Nursing RN-to-BSN Admission Requirements:

Unencumbered RN license in the U.S. or qualified to complete state licensure exam
Official transcripts from all schools attended
Prerequisite courses as shown in this brochure
3.0 cumulative GPA in all coursework attempted at all institutions
2.75 cumulative science GPA in all coursework attempted (Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, and Microbiology)

FCC/UMSON Transfer Pathway

University of Maryland School of Nursing Contact:

Taylor Cones, Admissions Counselor
410.706.6831 • [email protected]

Linda Murray, Director, RN-to-BSN Program
410.706.7556 • [email protected]

Frederick County Public School students receive free tuition and fees through Dual Enrollment at FCC for all courses taken during Fall or Spring semesters. FCPS students participating in dual enrollment may obtain required textbooks and materials at the FCC bookstore at no cost to the student. Students should speak with their high school counselor first if they plan to enroll in FCC courses or programs.

For related non-credit Continuing Education & Workforce Development (CEWD) programs, see CNA Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Assisting & Dental Radiography , or Patient Care Technician. Please note that these courses are not affiliated with FCC credit or certificate programs. While CEWD courses do not provide academic credits, participants experience affordable, flexible, and rewarding programs. Select CEWD courses offer industry-recognized training for licensure and career certification at the state and national level.

Mission, Values, and Goals

MISSION
In partnership with the community, and to meet the needs of a diverse community, the nursing program strives to provide an environment of academic excellence in which to prepare students as nurse generalists for entry-level practice in the profession of nursing.

Philosophy and Core Values
The Nursing Faculty at Frederick Community College have identified five core values which are central to the profession of nursing.

Holistic Care- Care which recognizes the client or designee as the source of control and full partner in the relationship, and which is based on respect for the client’s preferences, values, and needs.

Communication- Quality communication within nursing and with inter-professional members of the health care team which leads to the provision of excellent care. The nurse utilizes verbal and non-verbal skills, information systems, and technology to achieve effective communication.

Critical Thinking- The integration of the best current evidence, clinical expertise, client data, and client preferences, for the delivery of optimal health care.

Safety- Minimization of risk of harm to clients and providers; ethical and legal practice. The nurse provides safe and effective care that is based on accepted principles and standards of nursing practice.

Professionalism- The implementation of one’s role as a nurse in ways that reflect integrity and responsibility and reflect a spirit of inquiry.

Student Learning Outcomes
With the guidance of the Mission, Philosophy & Core Values, the graduate of the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Frederick Community College will:

Provide client-centered care which addresses the interrelated dimensions of the client’s health, and is based on respect for the client’s preferences, values, and needs.
Effectively utilize appropriate and available modes for organizing information and communicating within nursing and the inter-professional members of the health care team.
Utilize critical thinking and integrate best current evidence and clinical expertise into the nursing process, for the delivery of optimal care throughout the lifespan in a variety of settings.
Provide care that minimizes the risk of harm to clients and providers, and is based on accepted ethical and legal principles and standards of nursing practice.

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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

$48,070.00/yr • +6%*

Registered Nurses

$77,600.00/yr • +6%*

Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Midwives, and Nurse Practitioners

$123,780.00/yr • +40%*

*Median pay, projected job growth or decline from 2020-2030. Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2020 Edition.

Admissions: Abby Sines • Email • 301.624.2716 Advising: Jefferson Hall(J200)
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301.846.2471 Financial Aid: Jefferson Hall (J300) • Email • 301.846.2620