Associate of Science in Nursing

If you're interested in a profession where you can make a difference, then nursing may be right for you. Nursing is a challenging and rewarding career on the front-line of patient care.


The Nursing program combines the art and science of nursing to provide a holistic approach to patient care. Registered nurses utilize their knowledge and compassion in managing the care of patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Graduates of the nursing program are eligible to make application for licensure to become a Registered Nurse (RN) by taking the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).

The nursing program at St. Luke's College offers a program of excellence providing graduates with the skills and knowledge to function as beginning nurse generalists.

St. Luke's College Associate Degree Registered Nursing Program is ranked #12  - Best Nursing Schools in Iowa

(According to RegisteredNursing.org)


Review the ASN Effectiveness Data for more information on NCLEX-RN Pass Rates, Job Placement and Graduation Rates.

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Nursing Program Curriculum

Semester I (Fall or Spring)

Credit Hours

NUR100 Introduction to Nursing

1

NUR102 Nursing Skills

2

NUR103 Fundamentals of Nursing

7

BIO201 Anatomy & Physiology I

4

Total Credit Hours for Semester I

14

Semester II (Fall or Spring)

Credit Hours

NUR211 Medical Surgical Nursing I

5

NUR213 Medical Surgical Nursing II

5

BIO202 Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Total Credit Hours for Semester II

14

Semester III (Fall or Spring)

Credit Hours

NUR221 Medical Surgical Nursing III

5

NUR223 Medical Surgical Nursing IV

5

BIO218 Microbiology

4

Total Credit Hours for Semester III

14

 Semester IV (Fall or Spring)

Credit Hours

NUR231 Role Transition

1

NUR233 Advanced Nursing

9

NUR241 Nursing Practicum

2

Total Credit Hours for Semester IV 12


Required General Education Courses        
(Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credit Hours

ENG108 English Composition

3

NUT212 Nutrition

3

PHI220 Ethics

3

PSY106 General Psychology

PSY120 Developmental Psychology

SOC104 Sociology

3

3

3

Total Program Credits


72