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AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-BSN Specialization

Associate of Arts and Sciences
Rappahannock Community College

Designed for 1) students who plan to pursue either traditional pre-licensure baccalaureate in nursing programs; 2) students who have graduated from RCC, another VCCS nursing program, or a private nursing program and who are pursuing post-licensure completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN); and, 3) currently enrolled students in the ADN program at RCC who want to complete requirements for the BSN as they complete their pre-licensure education.

Outcomes

1.Communication RCC degree graduates will: a. understand and interpret complex materials; b. assimilate, organize, develop, and present an idea formally and informally; c. use standard English; d. use appropriate verbal and non-verbal responses in interpersonal relations and group discussions; e. use listening skills; f. recognize the role of culture in communication. 2.Critical Thinking. RCC degree graduates will: a. discriminate among degrees of credibility, accuracy, and reliability of inferences drawn from given data; b. recognize parallels, assumptions, or presuppositions in any given source of information; c. evaluate the strengths and relevance of arguments on a particular question or issue; d. weigh evidence and decide if generalizations or conclusions based on the given data are warran e. determine whether certain conclusions or consequences are supported by the information provided; f. use problem-solving skills. 3. Quantitative Literacy. RCC degree graduates will: a. use logical and mathematical reasoning within the context of various disciplines; b. interpret and use mathematical formulas; c. interpret mathematical models such as graphs, tables, and schematics and draw inferences from them; d. use graphical, symbolic, and numerical methods to analyze, organize, and interpret data; e. estimate and consider answers to mathematical problems in order to determine reasonableness; f. represent mathematical information numerically, symbolically, and visually using graphs and charts. 4. Scientific Literacy. RCC degree graduates will: a. generate an empirically evidenced and logical argument; b. distinguish a scientific argument from a non-scientific argument; c. reason by deduction, induction, and analogy; d. distinguish between causal and correlational relationships; and e. recognize methods of inquiry that lead to scientific knowledge.


Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-BSN Specialization
62
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
A minimum GPA of 2.0 in the program is required for graduation.
AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-BSN Specialization
62
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
A minimum GPA of 2.0 in the program is required for graduation.
Residency requirement
62
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 46 credits may be applied to this program.
Course requirements
62
ENG 111-College Composition I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIS 101-West Civ Pre-1600 CE
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 154-Quantitative Reasoning
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 102-General Biology II
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHM 111-General Chemistry I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Health or Phys Ed Elect
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
PSY 200-Prin of Psychology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220-Ethics
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
REL 230-Religions of the World
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 142-Hum Anatomy & Phys II
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 246 - Amer Literature
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SOC 200-Prin of Sociology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 150-Intro Microbiology
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 101-Orient Health Sciences
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
PSY 230-Developmental Psyc
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 245-Statistics I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 112-College Composition II
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIS 102-West Civ Post-1600 CE
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 101-General Biology I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 141-Hum Anatomy & Phys I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

This curriculum will provide the most complete foundation for pursuit of the BSN. Consult with an advisor at your desired four-year institution to verify.

Considerations When Selecting Courses

Students must select a course for each course requirement from the applicable required course list.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Rappahannock Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. To discuss how your previous degree will work in your new goals, please meet with an advisor or college navigator.

Courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your program of study. To discuss how your previous degree will work in your new goals, please meet with an advisor or college navigator.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your program of study. To discuss how your previous degree will work in your new goals, please meet with an advisor or college navigator.
Credit for Prior Learning Y
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  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Rappahannock Community College
College Level Information
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Number of Transfer Students
156
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
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Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by the first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by the first semester of attendance.
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
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Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
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New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Nursing AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
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Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science with a major in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
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Germanna Community CollegeLPN To RN - Nursing Associate of Applied Science DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeGeneral Studies - Specialization Pre-BSN Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Physical TherapyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearHybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearHybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration - Spec in Business Information TechAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Theatre ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in ArtAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Education - Specialization in Teacher PreparationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Natural ResourcesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Computer ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
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Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences Degree in College/University Transfer: Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences Degree in College University Transfer: PsychologyAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Science in Business Administration - Business Information TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Life SciencesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Physical SciencesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Humanities SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Social Science SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Science - Computer Science SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Recreation and Outdoor Leadership with Therapeutic Recreation FocusAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearHybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearOnline, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Liberal Arts: Fine ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Administration of JusticeAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Recreation and Outdoor LeadershipAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearHybrid
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Administration of JusticeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-AgribusinessAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Health ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
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Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in African American StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Appalachian StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Gender StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearOnline, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science in Business Administration with Specialization in Outdoor LeadershipAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts and Science Specialization in Pre Teacher EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearOnline
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Fine Arts/Genl StudAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Psychology-General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearOnline
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science in General Studies-MusicAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science in General Studies with Specialization in AgribusinessAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearOnline
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science in General Studies with Specialization in Appalachian StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearOnline
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Engineering - Specialization in Software EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearHybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Science Specialization Geology & Environmental ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Arts & Science in Science Specialization in Pre-MedicalAssociateAssociate of Arts and Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies w/Specialization in Administration of JusticeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Science - General Studies (Professional Communication)AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies with a Specialization in Substance AbuseAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Specialization in Community & Provider ServicesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
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Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with Spec in Communications & Media StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies Specialization in Health SciencesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science with a Specialization in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science: Computer Science SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science: Mathematics SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Food Animal ProductionAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Veterinary PreparationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Engineering-Computer Science SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies-Computer Science SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies-Fine Arts SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies-Visual Communication Design SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Science in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Computer ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Education AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Science AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Performing ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Visual ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Teacher Education PrepAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies -Recreation, Parks & Leisure StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Information TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Criminal JusticeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies-Specialization in Media Design & ProductionAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies- Specialization in MusicAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate in Arts & Sciences Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Medical ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science-Specialization in Pre-BSNAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Health ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeBusiness AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeGeneral Studies AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeLiberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeLiberal Arts, Education Specialization: Teacher Preparation (PreK-8)AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Sciences2-YearHybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Pre-Teacher EducationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Sciences2-YearHybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in University TransferAssociateAssociate of Arts & Sciences2-YearHybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies Software Engineering SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Sciences2-YearHybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearHybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences - Engineering SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearHybrid
Germanna Community CollegeBusiness Administration Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeEducation Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeK-8 Education Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeLiberal Arts Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeGeneral Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeGeneral Studies - Specialization in Psychology Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeGeneral Studies - Specialization in Health & PE Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeGeneral Studies - Specialization in Administration of Justice Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Biology Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Chemistry Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Environmental Science Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Geology Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Physics Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Computer Science Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeScience - Applied Math Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
29-2061.00Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational NursesCare for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
31-1131.00Nursing AssistantsProvide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, or ambulation of patients in a health or nursing facility. May include medication administration and other health-related tasks. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants.Healthcare Support Occupations
25-1199.00Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherAll postsecondary teachers not listed separately.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
29-1141.01Acute Care NursesProvide advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, or shock. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-1141.02Advanced Practice Psychiatric NursesAssess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-1141.04Clinical Nurse SpecialistsDirect nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-1141.03Critical Care NursesProvide specialized nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
25-1072.00Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondaryDemonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
29-1141.00Registered NursesAssess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations