Provides the study of medications through the introduction of the drug classification system. It provides a theoretical foundation encompassing drug actions, adverse effects, drug/food interactions and age-related issues as well as the skill of calculation of dosages. Emphasis is placed on the safe administration of medications in a variety of clinical facilities and situations.
The Associate in Science in Nursing (ASN) program at the University of West Alabama’s College of Nursing provides a comprehensive, two-year education designed to prepare students for a successful nursing career. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning in both clinical and simulated lab settings, guided by experienced nurse educators. This approach ensures students develop the practical skills needed for bedside nursing.
The ASN degree also offers abundant opportunities for career advancement. Graduates may choose to pursue bachelor’s or accelerated master’s degree programs, opening doors to broader nursing roles in teaching, administration, research, or advanced practice. Graduates of the program may be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), with eligibility determined by the state Board of Nursing.
ASN Program Application Instructions & Admission Criteria
Pre-Licensure Transfer Student Admission Criteria
ASN End-of-Program Student Learning Outcomes
For further questions, please email nursing@uwa.edu, call (205) 652-3517, complete the Request More Information form or visit the Academic Catalog for additional information.
All applications that meet the minimum requirements are considered for admission into the nursing program. Admission into the College of Nursing is highly competitive. Meeting all eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission into the 2-year nursing program.
Program Facts
Program Format
On Campus
Start Term
Spring semester
Tuition Cost
Number of Credits
68 hours
Academic Calendars
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Sample Courses
NS101 Pharmacology
2 Credits
NS201 Maternal-Child Nursing
5 Credits
Explores the use of the nursing process to assist the individual in adapting to stressors that are short-term crises or chronic in nature and the effects of these problems on the family. Concepts related to maternal-child nursing are emphasized including normal and high-risk antepartum, labor and delivery, post-partum, normal and high-risk newborn, childhood illnesses, growth and development and reactions to hospitalization. Prerequisites: NS103 and a “C” or higher in BY240. Corequisite: NS202.
NS203 Mental Health Nursing
4 Credits
Emphasis in this course is on the use of the nursing process in assisting clients with psychosocial disturbances that disrupt the functioning of family systems. Concepts related to mental health nursing were explored. Prerequisites: NS201 and NS202. Corequisite: NS204.
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Career Outlook
The Associate in Science in Nursing (ASN) degree opens the door to a wide range of rewarding career opportunities. Most graduates begin their careers as registered nurses, working in diverse healthcare settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and family practices. With an ASN degree, nurses can specialize in areas like emergency care, critical care, labor and delivery, medical-surgical nursing, pediatric nursing, and newborn care.
Compared to individuals with entry-level healthcare qualifications, such as medical assistants, registered nurses with an ASN degree enjoy greater opportunities for career advancement and higher earning potential. This degree provides a strong foundation for continued professional growth in the dynamic field of nursing.
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