Nursing (AAS), Nursing Concentration (last application being accepted September 2013)

Program Information

Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) program meet the requirements set by the New Mexico State Board of Nursing to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination. Specific terms of licensure can be obtained through the New Mexico Board of Nursing.

Nursing courses emphasize a holistic approach to client care utilizing the concepts of communication, critical thinking/nursing process, caring and competence. The curriculum for this program includes classroom, laboratory, and supervised clinical instruction which integrate the required arts and sciences courses with the nursing courses.

The AASN program is accredited through the National Leagueg for Nursing Accrediting Commission.

Special Requirements

Students must complete an application process administered through the Coordinated Program Entry Office and be selected to enter this program.

HESI A2 Exam minimum composite score of 75%; minimum subtest scores of 75% in Math, Reading, Grammar, and Vocabulary.

Career and Educational Opportunities

Gainful Employment information is available from Job Connection Services.

AASN Graduates find employment in hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health care and physicians’ offices. CNM nursing students are encouraged to continue their education toward a bachelor of science in nursing degree in order to pursue leadership positions in nursing and in the community and obtain specialty credentials.

Assessment Cycle Plans and Reports for this program of study are available.

For the graduation policy refer to the Graduating From CNM section.