Professional Nursing-Registered Nurse

Our Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Professional Nursing is designed to meet the needs of hospitals and other healthcare agencies on the Virginia Peninsula, and the curriculum will prepare students for entry-level employment as a registered nurse as well as continued study at a four-year institution.

Complete 500 hours of clinical instruction during the program, and gain hands-on experience as early as your first semester at local healthcare facilities such as Sentara Careplex, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center and Bon Secours facilities on the Virginia Peninsula. Virginia Peninsula’s Nursing associate degree program is approved by the Commonwealth of Virginia Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

Graduates who complete the program and pass the licensing exam can work in hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices, long-term care facilities, and mental health centers. While the program prepares students for immediate employment, it also offers pathways to continue studying at select four-year colleges for those who want to earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Admission Requirements: The Professional Nursing program requires that prospective students complete the Nursing CAS application process, which can be accessed by visiting the College’s Nursing Education Program Admission Requirements webpage.

Financial Requirements: In addition to college tuition, fees, and course textbooks, the Professional Nursing program has additional costs for which students will be responsible. Costs may include but are not limited to criminal background check and drug screen, medical examination, immunization/titers, CPR certification, uniforms, instruments and supplies, transportation to and from clinical sites, testing resources, and certification and licensure fees. Contact the Health Professions advising office for additional information.

Note: Professional Nursing program promotion policy requires that students complete BIO 141,  BIO 142, BIO 150,  MTH 154, ENG 111, ENG 112 and  PHI 220 with a grade of “B” or higher.

Articulation Agreement: Students who are interested in transferring to Old Dominion University to continue the Nursing or Nursing to Health Sciences plan should meet with a member of the Academic Advising team early to determine and discuss requirements.