Explore Nursing Career Options & Academic Paths
In this 8-week self-paced course, students will receive an introduction to nursing, the variety of potential career paths, typical prerequisites for nursing programs in college, and differences between different nursing degrees.
What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. As the course unfolds, learners can apply their knowledge through homework assignments. One assignment is due in week 2, two in week 4, and one in week 6.Assessment
Learners will complete a Kahoot quiz after each lesson.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate - Advanced Level
The course will provide students with an introduction to the nursing profession, various career paths within nursing, admissions requirements for nursing schools, and the academic pathways to a nursing career. Additionally, it will cover what nursing school is like and how to succeed in it. The course will also explain the nature of nursing, briefly introduce nursing history, and discuss the roles and responsibilities of nurses. Video content will encompass all the necessary information to understand each topic comprehensively. Each lesson will include a quiz; some will require students to complete an activity or homework. Students will receive feedback upon completing any homework assignment. The course is designed for any learner interested in a career as a nurse. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the profession and the necessary steps to get there. For additional information, please refer to the syllabus. Please note that the instructor is a nurse in the United States, so the information taught pertains to nursing careers based in the United States. Please be aware that this is a self-paced class and is not live. The course provides pre-recorded videos, allowing learners to watch them at their own convenience. Get $5 off my classes with coupon code CASTOK4XLM5 until Jun 30, 2024. Look through my classes at https://outschool.com/teachers/Ms-Castor and enter the coupon code at checkout.
Learning Goals
-Introduce students to the fundamentals of nursing
-Explore different career paths in nursing
-Understand the typical prerequisites for nursing college
-Gain knowledge about the American healthcare system
-Aid in career exploration
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Nursing
This lesson provides an overview of the nursing profession and reviews the nursing roles and responsibilities of RNs and LPNs. 2 assignments
Lesson 2:
Career Paths in Nursing
This lesson is about different specialties in nursing (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, oncology). We will review non-bedside roles in nursing and advanced nursing specialties (nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, and nurse aesthetics). 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Educational Pathway to Nursing
This lesson will focus on the academic requirements for nursing programs. We will go over an overview of nursing degrees, including the differences between ADN, BSN, DNP, and PhD. Furthermore, we will discuss the variances between diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and advanced degrees in nursing. We will also cover the educational path to becoming a nurse. Lesson 4:
Career Research in Nursing
This lesson provides students with an opportunity to conduct some career exploration and research in nursing. Other Details
Parental Guidance
This course aims to educate and provide opportunities for career-related exploration in the nursing field. It does not provide medical/nursing training or service to students.
Pre-Requisites
None
Supply List
None.
Joined May, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Brooklyn College/CUNY
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from York College/CUNY
I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse since 2014, with experience as a pediatric nurse in a home health setting. Additionally, I have over 20 years of experience in higher education as a professor and advisor, where I have taught life skills to students aged 13 to adulthood for the past 10 years. I hold a master's degree in education focusing on guidance counseling and a diploma in practical nursing.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$13
weekly or $99 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-17
