Intro to Nursing

Course Description

This two-semester course introduces students to the field of nursing. In the first semester, students will learn about the history and evolution of nursing, education and licensure requirements, career path options, and nursing responsibilities. Students will also focus on foundational information such as basic anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, first aid, and disease prevention.

In semester B, students will examine various nursing theories, as well as focus on the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment options. Students will also learn about professional and legal standards and ethics. Additional skills of communication, teaching, time and stress management, patient safety, and crisis management will be included.

Course Requirements

Grade Level

10 – 12

Materials

None

Duration

2 Semester

Credit Value

1.0

Prerequisites

None

Semester A

Major Concepts

Unit 1: Intro to Nursing
Unit 2: Education & Terminology
Unit 3: Anatomy Basics
Unit 4: Disease & Drugs
Unit 5: Nursing Tasks & Responsibilities

Semester A Syllabus (Nursing 1)

Semester B

Major Concepts

Unit 1: Holistic Care
Unit 2: The Nursing Process
Unit 3: Critical Thinking & Communication
Unit 4: Coping Mechanisms
Unit 5: Professionalism

Semester B Syllabus (Nursing 2)