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Advance your career with an associate of science in nursing.

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2 Yrs. 65 Credit Hours
4 Semesters

$15,180 – $19,204*

Complete comprehensive nursing education.

See How You Can Afford It

2 Yrs. 65 Credit Hours
4 Semesters

$15,136 – $19,160*

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Build Connections

Small class sizes allow you to build strong relationships with your instructors and classmates.

Experienced Instructors

Learn from instructors with experience navigating the challenges of the field.

Career Variety

Nurses are needed across a variety of medical enviornments and specialties.

Two Pathways to Your RN Career

Complete your education to provide life-saving care as a registered nurse (RN). RNs are one of the largest health care occupations and are often one of the most hands-on members of a medical team.

The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) programs prepare you to tackle the essential tasks and challenges of working as an RN. Your hands-on courses help you practice and build confidence in tasks like:

  • Operating and monitoring medical equipment

  • Assessing patients’ conditions

  • Working with a health care team to create a care plan

  • Helping patients take medication

  • Counseling family members of patients

Choose from two different ASN pathways. The first pathway (ASN Completion) is for licensed practical nurses or paramedics who want to earn and ASN. This program permits a licensed LPN or paramedic to complete ASN nursing courses in 32 weeks. The second pathway is a direct entry program. This pathway is perfect if you’re ready to purse your ASN to become an RN without any previous medical experience.

Program Information

Explore our accreditation information, find program contacts and learn more about how to apply for the program.

The A.S.N. and A.S.N. Direct Entry programs are selective admission programs.

Candidate Section Form – ASN Completion

Candidate Selection Form – ASN Direct Entry

Application Requirements and Information

 

General Admissions to Ozarks Tech

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.

At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.

We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.

Dr. Stacy Bohn
ASN Program Director Direct Entry – Springfield Campus
417-447-7626

Charolette Choate
ASN Program Director Direct Entry – Table Rock Campus
417-447-2642

Dr. Susan Inman
ASN Program Director Completion – Table Rock Campus
417-447-8852

Associate of Science in Nursing Team

Accreditation

The Associate of Science in Nursing program at Ozarks Technical Community College at the Table Rock campus located in Hollister, Missouri is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400; Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000

The programs are fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate of Science in nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program
at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm

Accreditation 2023 – 2031

OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more on OTC Accreditation.

Mission Statement

The mission of the OTC Associate of Science in Nursing program is to prepare students for a career in professional nursing and provide an accessible, transformative education that promotes further academic study. The purpose of the program is to graduate an entry level, professional nurse who can deliver nursing care and promote health for the people of Southwest Missouri.

Program Outcomes

The OTC Associate of Science in Nursing program will prepare students to:

  • Provide quality health care

  • Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team to promote health

  • Apply critical thinking skills

  • Promote health to individuals, groups and communities

  • Function in the role of provider of care, manager of care and as a member within the discipline of nursing

Ozarks Technical Community College
Associate of Science in Nursing
2024 Program Outcomes

NCLEX Pass Rate Completion Rate Job Placement
98.3% 85.1% 100%
ASN Completion Outcomes 2024 ASN Direct Entry Outcomes 2024
NCLEX Pass Rate 100% NCLEX Pass Rate 94.74%
Completion Rate 88% Completion Rate 76%
Job Placement Rate 100% Job Placement Rate 100%

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Nursing – Registered Direct Entry (A.S.N.)

A.S.N. Degree: 65 Hours

The Associate of Science in Nursing – Direct Entry program is two years in length.  Upon completion, graduates are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensure Examiniation for Registerd Nurses (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed as a Registered Nurse. Graduates may go to work in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient departments, physician offices, nursing care facilities, home health care services, government agencies, and outpatient care centers.

A grade of “C” or better is required for all Nursing-Registered Direct Entry (A.S.N.) Program required courses.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000

The program has been approved by the Missouri Board of Nursing, PO Box 656, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0656  573.751.0681  https://www.pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp

Preadmission Requirements – 31 Credit Hours

Preadmission Requirements – 31 Credit Hours

  • Credits: 3

    Health Sciences Nutrition

    This course is a survey of human nutrition for Pre-Health Sciences students. Students will study the different nutrients found in food, food grouping systems, the human digestive system, body weight maintenances, immunity and disease prevention, nutrition through lifespan, and food processing technology. Students will also study the different dietary requirements for disease treatment.

  • Credits: 4

    Human Anatomy

    Microscopic and macroscopic examination of the human body structures and systems are the focus of this course. Students evaluate the integration of the various systems within the entire body. The laboratory provides an opportunity for identification and evaluation of representative human models and slides and dissection of comparable mammalian organ systems.

  • Credits: 4

    Microbiology

    This course entails a study of the structure, growth, control, classification and identification of microorganisms. In the laboratory students learn basic aseptic techniques and become familiar with common laboratory procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in BCS 165.
  • Credits: 4

    Human Physiology

    This course examines the organization and function of the human body as a whole and the interrelationships of the various systems. The laboratory teaches the fundamental techniques necessary for the study of life processes. Laboratory activities give the students an opportunity to illustrate principles presented in lecture.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in BCS 165.
  • Credits: 4

    Introductory Chemistry

    This is an introductory course designed to study basic chemical principles. Topics include atomic structure, measurement, bonding, properties of gases, acids and bases, solutions, organic nomenclature, functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Laboratory activities give students the opportunity to demonstrate chemical principles presented in lecture.

  • Credits: 3

    Composition I

    This course introduces students to college-level reading, thinking, and writing through a series of composition-rhetoric assignments and activities that culminate in a research-supported project. Specifically, students apply critical and creative thinking to evaluate problems, interpret evidence/data, and draw conclusions. As part of this process, students learn to evaluate sources and emerging digital tools for currency, feasibility, truthfulness, credibility, and accuracy. Ultimately, students learn to synthesize knowledge to solve problems. This writing process (thinking, researching, evaluating, and persuading) helps students to develop an essential skill set they can use in their future academic, civic, and professional lives.

  • Credits: 3

    Contemporary Mathematics

    This course provides students with a basic survey of mathematics. Topics include problem solving, modeling, counting methods, probability, statistics and geometry.

  • Credits: 3

    American Government and Politics

    This introductory course familiarizes students with American and Missouri government constitutions, institutions, policies and processes. Students develop an understanding of the foundations, environment, and principles of democracy with key concepts about voting, political parties, campaigns, and interactions between the branches of government. The course emphasis is on the values, rights, and responsiblities that shape public decision making of active and informed citizens in the American political system. This course meets instruction requirements (Missouri Revised Statute 170.011.1) in the Constitution of the United States and the state of Missouri.

  • Credits: 3

    Introduction to Psychology

    This course provides an introduction to psychology including history and systems, physiology, human growth and development, sensation and perception, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, personality, adjustment, psychopathology, industrial and social psychology.

Nursing Program Requirements – 34 Credit Hours

Nursing Program Requirements – 34 Credit Hours

  • Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of Nursing I

    The focus of this course is to introduce the profession of nursing and role of the nurse in patient care. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, quality care. The theoretical foundation for basic assessment and nursing skills is presented, and the student is given an opportunity to demonstrate these skills in a clinical laboratory setting. An introduction to the nursing process and the clinical judgement model provides a decision-making framework to assist students in developing effective clinical judgment skills. Nursing fundamental concepts are introduced related to physical assessment, promoting health, preventing disease, and delivering basic nursing care to individual patients across the lifespan. 

  • Credits: 4

    Fundamentals of Nursing II

    This course continues the introduction of the nursing profession and the role of the nurse in patient care. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, quality care. Students will build on the knowledge attained and progressively focus on basic assessment and nursing skills, nursing process, the clinical judgement model, and effective clinical judgment skills. Nursing fundamental concepts are introduced related to medication administration, sterile techniques, promoting health, preventing disease, and delivering basic nursing care to individual patients across the lifespan. 

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 110
  • Credits: 2

    Nursing Pharmacology

    The purpose of this course is to intdroduce the student to pharmacotherapeutic agents.  The student will examine the pharmacotherapeutic agents used in the treatment of illness and the promotion, maintenance and restoration of wellness in diverse individuals across the lifespan. The focus is on the nurses role and responsibilities in the safe administration and monitoring of the effects of pharmacotherapeutic agents.

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 110 
  • Credits: 4

    Nursing Life Span I

    This course is designed to introduce the nursing student to the basic principles of nursing care and management of adults with complex health alterations. This will present the opportunity to attain the skills necessary to provide the safe quality nursing care needed to meet the needs of patients by using the nursing process and clinical judgement. It enables the students to develop the assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills required for planning and implementing the appropriate nursing care to clients suffering a wide variety of commonly presenting acute and chronic illnesses. 

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 120, ASN 125 
  • Credits: 2

    Adv Nursing-Psy/Mental Hlth

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the client through the lifespan with psychiatric/mental health alterations.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ASN Program.
  • Credits: 4

    Nursing Life Span II

    This course is designed to continue the introduction of the nursing student to the principles of nursing care and management of adults with complex health alterations. The opportunity will be given to progressively attain the skills necessary to provide the safe, quality nursing care needed to meet the needs of patients by using the nursing process and clinical judgement. It enables the students to continue to progressively develop the assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills required for planning and implementing the appropriate nursing care to clients suffering a wide variety of commonly presenting acute and chronic illnesses.

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 211, ASN 215 
  • Credits: 2

    Maternal/Newborn Nursing

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing care of the childbearing family from pregnancy through birth. The nursing process will be utilized to focus on the holistic health and sociocultural needs of the childbearing family. Emphasis will be placed on the registered nurse’s role in providing care to high-risk mothers and newborns with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes for this client population. Critical thinking and evidenced-based practice will be used in the clinical area to develop a case study of a client from labor and delivery, post-partum nursery or neonatal intensive care with the goal of administering care to the client and the entire family. Included will be assessing client and family development, prioritizing family physical, psychosocial, Maslow’s Human Needs and cultural diversity needs, appraising the client stress adaptation level and devising interventions to assist in health promotion, health protection and disease prevention.

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 211, ASN 215 
  • Credits: 5

    Nursing Life Span III

    This course builds upon the concepts learned and competencies gained in the previous courses and focuses on introducing concepts of critical care related to multi-organ/ system dysfunction and human responses to life threatening illness. The opportunity will be given to progressively attain the skills necessary to provide the safe, quality nursing care needed to meet the needs of this client population using the nursing process and clinical judgment. Students will use assessment, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills previously developed to implement appropriate nursing care to clients with life-threatening illnesses. Upon completion of this course students will have achieved the competencies necessary to begin the more independent entry level nursing practice of the capstone course.  

     

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 221, ASN 226 
  • Credits: 2

    Pediatric Nursing Concepts

    This course is designed to introduce the basic principles of nursing care and management of pediatric clients and their families. The opportunity will be presented to attain the skills necessary to provide safe quality nursing care to meet the needs of clients by using the nursing process and clinical judgment. Applying a family centered approach, the student will develop the assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills required for planning and implementing appropriate holistic nursing care to pediatric clients and their families suffering a wide variety of commonly presenting acute and chronic illnesses.  

    Prerequisite(s): ASN 221, ASN 226 
  • Credits: 3

    Community Health & Management

    This course is an ASN capstone course focusing on contemporary nursing in the community setting. The nursing process will be utilized to analyze the health status, health potential, and environmental influences of selected individuals, families, & groups in communities. Students will apply the nursing process to identify gaps and strengths and weaknesses in healthcare delivery for community health. Community clinical experiences will be utilized in the development of the entry-level knowledge base of concepts of community health nursing & the role of nursing and allied health professionals in addressing public health problems.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 210 or ASN 211, ASN 215, ASN 220 or ASN 221, ASN 225 or ASN 226, ASN 230 or ASN 231, ASN 235 or ASN 236. 
  • Credits: 3

    Prof Nursing Integration

    This course is designed to provide the student with in-depth clinical experiences within a chosen client care setting.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 210 or ASN 211, ASN 215, ASN 220 or ASN 221, ASN 225 or ASN 226, ASN 230 or ASN 231, ASN 235 or ASN 236, BCS 132, ENG 100 or ENG 101, PLS 101 or HST 120 or HST 130. 

Nursing—Registered Nursing (A.S.N.)

A.S.N. Degree: 65 Hours

The Associate of Science in Nursing program is approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The program has received approval by the Missouri Coordinating Board of Higher Education. This program is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing. The program is designed as an LPN to RN program or Paramedic to RN program that permits the qualifying LPN or Paramedic to complete the RN nursing courses in 36 weeks. Graduates are eligible to apply to write the NCLEX-RN exam to become licensed as a Registered Nurse. Graduates may go to work in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient departments, physician offices, nursing care facilities, home health care services, government agencies, and outpatient care centers. MO State Board of Nursing, PO Box 656, Jefferson City, MO 65102, (573) 751-0681.

A grade of “C” or better is required for all Nursing-Registered Completion (ASN) program required courses.  

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000.

Pre-Admission Requirements – 38 Credit Hours

Pre-Admission Requirements – 38 Credit Hours

  • Credits: 3 2

    Health Sciences Nutrition

    This course is a survey of human nutrition for Pre-Health Sciences students. Students will study the different nutrients found in food, food grouping systems, the human digestive system, body weight maintenances, immunity and disease prevention, nutrition through lifespan, and food processing technology. Students will also study the different dietary requirements for disease treatment.

  • Credits: 4 1 *

    Human Anatomy

    Microscopic and macroscopic examination of the human body structures and systems are the focus of this course. Students evaluate the integration of the various systems within the entire body. The laboratory provides an opportunity for identification and evaluation of representative human models and slides and dissection of comparable mammalian organ systems.

  • Credits: 4 1

    Microbiology

    This course entails a study of the structure, growth, control, classification and identification of microorganisms. In the laboratory students learn basic aseptic techniques and become familiar with common laboratory procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in BCS 165.
  • Credits: 4 1 *

    Human Physiology

    This course examines the organization and function of the human body as a whole and the interrelationships of the various systems. The laboratory teaches the fundamental techniques necessary for the study of life processes. Laboratory activities give the students an opportunity to illustrate principles presented in lecture.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in BCS 165.
  • Credits: 4 1 

    Introductory Chemistry

    This is an introductory course designed to study basic chemical principles. Topics include atomic structure, measurement, bonding, properties of gases, acids and bases, solutions, organic nomenclature, functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Laboratory activities give students the opportunity to demonstrate chemical principles presented in lecture.

    (or higher)

    • Credits: 3 2

      Composition I

      This course introduces students to college-level reading, thinking, and writing through a series of composition-rhetoric assignments and activities that culminate in a research-supported project. Specifically, students apply critical and creative thinking to evaluate problems, interpret evidence/data, and draw conclusions. As part of this process, students learn to evaluate sources and emerging digital tools for currency, feasibility, truthfulness, credibility, and accuracy. Ultimately, students learn to synthesize knowledge to solve problems. This writing process (thinking, researching, evaluating, and persuading) helps students to develop an essential skill set they can use in their future academic, civic, and professional lives.

      • or
    • Credits: 5

      Composition I With Support

      This course introduces students to college-level reading, thinking, and writing through a series of composition-rhetoric assignments and activities that culminate in a research-supported project. Specifically, students apply critical and creative thinking to evaluate problems, interpret evidence/data, and draw conclusions. As part of this process, students learn to evaluate sources and emerging digital tools for currency, feasibility, truthfulness, credibility, and accuracy. Ultimately, students learn to synthesize knowledge to solve problems. This writing process (thinking, researching, evaluating, and persuading) helps students to develop an essential skill set they can use in their future academic, civic, and professional lives.  English 100 will be driven by the same course objectives as English 101 and satisfy the same requirement.

      • or
    • Credits: 3

      Composition II

      This course continues developing students’ abilities to use research and writing to make informed and ethical arguments; effectively communicating these arguments to professional and expert audiences in a research-supported project. Moreover, the course further develops students’ skills in critical and creative thinking to evaluate problems, interpret evidence/data, and draw conclusions.

      Emphasis is placed on honing skills of audience analysis, analytical reading, problem solving, research methods—including both primary and secondary research—and persuasive writing. Also, this course will acquaint students with patterns and conventions of multiple disciplinary communities. This writing process (thinking, researching, evaluating, and applying rhetorical strategy) prepares students for their academic and professional futures.

      Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101.
  • Credits: 3 1  *

    Contemporary Mathematics

    This course provides students with a basic survey of mathematics. Topics include problem solving, modeling, counting methods, probability, statistics and geometry.

    (or higher)

    • Credits: 3

      American Government and Politics

      This introductory course familiarizes students with American and Missouri government constitutions, institutions, policies and processes. Students develop an understanding of the foundations, environment, and principles of democracy with key concepts about voting, political parties, campaigns, and interactions between the branches of government. The course emphasis is on the values, rights, and responsiblities that shape public decision making of active and informed citizens in the American political system. This course meets instruction requirements (Missouri Revised Statute 170.011.1) in the Constitution of the United States and the state of Missouri.

      • or
    • Credits: 3

      U.S. History I: to 1865

      This course is a survey of the history of the United States from pre-Columbian societies through the Civil War, including formative political, social, economic and cultural developments. It also introduces students to history as an academic discipline and requires analysis, synthesis and evaluation of primary and secondary materials in reading, discussion and writing. HST 120 will satisfy the Missouri state law requiring instruction in the United States and Missouri Constitutions.

      • or
    • Credits: 3

      U.S. History II: 1865-Present

      This course is a survey of the history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present, covering the political, economic, social and cultural developments that have shaped modern America. It introduces students to history as an academic discipline and requires analysis, synthesis and evaluation of primary and secondary materials in reading, discussion and writing.  HST 130 will satisfy the Missouri state law requiring instruction in the United States and Missouri Constitutions.

      2

    • Credits: 3

      Introduction to Psychology

      This course provides an introduction to psychology including history and systems, physiology, human growth and development, sensation and perception, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, personality, adjustment, psychopathology, industrial and social psychology.

      • or
    • Credits: 3 2

      Life Span Development Psychology

      This course examines human development’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes. The stages of development are discussed in the class, including the challenges individuals face along the developmental journey. The curriculum also studies the optimal conditions for humans to grow and flourish. The scientific principles introduced in the class are applied in a case study format.

Practical Nursing Track – 7 Credit Hours

Practical Nursing Track – 7 Credit Hours

Practical Nursing Program Electives Credits: 7

Paramedic Track – 7 Credit Hours

Paramedic Track – 7 Credit Hours

  • Credits: 4

    Paramedic Intro to Prof Nurs

    This is an introduction course to bridge the knowledge base of a Paramedic to the knowledge base of a professional Registered Nurse (RN).

    Prerequisite(s): BCS 165, BCS 205, BCS 200, CHM 101, MTH 128 or MTH 128S or higher, Instructor approval
  • Paramedicine Electives Credits: 3
Nursing Program Requirements – 27 Credit Hours

Nursing Program Requirements – 27 Credit Hours

  • Credits: 2

    Transition to Prof Nursing

    This is a transition course between the knowledge base as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to the introduction of the knowledge base of a professional Registered Nurse (RN).

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ASN program.
  • Credits: 4

    Adv Nursing – Lifespan I

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the adult client with complex health alterations.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ASN Program. 
  • Credits: 2

    Adv Nursing-Psy/Mental Hlth

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the client through the lifespan with psychiatric/mental health alterations.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ASN Program.
  • Credits: 4

    Adv Nursing – Lifespan II

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the adult client with complex health alterations.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 200, ASN 210, ASN 215.  
  • Credits: 2

    Advanced Concepts of Maternal Newborn Nursing

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the childbearing family from pregnancy through birth. The nursing process will be utilized to focus on the holistic health and sociocultural needs of the childbearing family. Emphasis will be placed on the registered nurse’s role in providing care to high-risk mothers and newborns with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes for this client population. Critical thinking and evidenced-based practice will be used in the clinical area to develop a case study of a client from labor and delivery, post-partum nursery or neonatal intensive care with the goal of administering care to the client and the entire family. Included will be assessing client and family development, prioritizing family physical, psychosocial, Maslow’s Human Needs and cultural diversity needs, appraising the client stress adaptation level and devising interventions to assist in health promotion, health protection and disease prevention.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 200, ASN 210, ASN 215.
  • Credits: 5

    Adv Nursing – Lifespan III

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the adult client with complex health alterations.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C or better in ASN 200, ASN 210, ASN 215, ASN 220, ASN 225. 
  • Credits: 2

    Adv Nursing Pediatric Concepts

    This course focuses on contemporary nursing of the family from neonate through adolescence.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 200, ASN 210, ASN 215, ASN 220 
  • Credits: 3

    Community Health & Management

    This course is an ASN capstone course focusing on contemporary nursing in the community setting. The nursing process will be utilized to analyze the health status, health potential, and environmental influences of selected individuals, families, & groups in communities. Students will apply the nursing process to identify gaps and strengths and weaknesses in healthcare delivery for community health. Community clinical experiences will be utilized in the development of the entry-level knowledge base of concepts of community health nursing & the role of nursing and allied health professionals in addressing public health problems.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 210 or ASN 211, ASN 215, ASN 220 or ASN 221, ASN 225 or ASN 226, ASN 230 or ASN 231, ASN 235 or ASN 236. 
  • Credits: 3

    Prof Nursing Integration

    This course is designed to provide the student with in-depth clinical experiences within a chosen client care setting.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or better in ASN 210 or ASN 211, ASN 215, ASN 220 or ASN 221, ASN 225 or ASN 226, ASN 230 or ASN 231, ASN 235 or ASN 236, BCS 132, ENG 100 or ENG 101, PLS 101 or HST 120 or HST 130. 
Note:

Note:

  1. Must be completed prior to or be enrolled in before “completed application file” deadline.
  2. Recommended to be completed prior to admission to the ASN program.

Frequently Asked Questions

The hybrid program is a combination of online activities (videos, discussions, quizzes, exams, remediation, etc. ) and in person activities (class, labs, clinical, standardized exams, etc.).  Faculty are available to students through online sources such as video conferencing, phone or by appointment in their office.  Additionally, faculty are available at class, labs, simulation, and most clinical experiences.

Blended cohorts are similar to hybrid, but there is a greater percentage of time spent on in-person faculty-lead instruction and a smaller percentage of time spent with online instruction. For example, discussions that may have been on a discussion board or taken place in a virtual environment in a hybrid cohort are taking place live while attending class. Faculty availability is the same with the addition of being available during class.  

Lectures

Content is introduced each week in class and online videos. Most videos are 10-20 minutes in length.  The number of videos each week is dependent on the content.  Each week the content is supported with assignments such as discussion forums and adaptive quizzing.  Unit exams are given online with an online proctoring service.

In general, the recommendation is that students should anticipate 2-3 hours per credit hour in a classroom/lecture time plus an additional 2-3 hours per credit hour for assignments and studying. This does not include the time spent in labs or clinical experiences.

Clinical Experiences

During most courses you will attend clinical experiences.  Plan to be in clinical at least one day each week. There may be exceptions when you would have two clinical days in one week.   The majority of our clinical experiences are 12 hours, with some exceptions.

Lab Experiences

Multiple courses will have lab experiences. The program schedules lab experiences throughout the program if necessary for clinical make-up time. It may also do so if the faculty feel that it is necessary to assist the student with any needed competencies.

Simulation Experiences

The program schedules simulation to support the attainment of clinical competencies in the courses.  The program may schedule simulation labs at other times as needed throughout the ASN program.

The OTC ASN program is a pre-licensure program. This program is subject to the Minimum Standards of Approved Programs of Professional Nursing from the Missouri State Board of Nursing.  Each clinical experience needs to meet certain requirements. The program schedules clinical experiences at hospitals based on availability and whether there is qualified clinical faculty to lead those experiences.

The standards for entry to professional nursing have gotten increasingly difficult.  The NCSBN designed the NCLEX-RN exam to ensure that each person taking the exam meets the minimum standard of safe practice.  The NCLEX exam tests the ability of the applicant.

The student must demonstrate they can use critical thinking and clinical reasoning at a safe entry level of practice.  In order to try to help students reach the aptitude necessary to be successful on their first attempt of the NCLEX-RN exam, the ASN program requires that each student remediate.

Students must complete remediation on any exam on which they scored below the passing standard.

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Notices & Disclaimers

*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.

**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.

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