Associate of Applied Science in Nursing

Become a Registered Nurse with Confidence

Prepare for a rewarding, in-demand healthcare career through Glen Oaks Community College’s Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) program. Whether you're a recent graduate, adult learner, or career-changer, our hands-on program equips you to take the NCLEX-RN exam and become a licensed Registered Nurse (RN).

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Why Choose Nursing at Glen Oaks?

  • Hands-On Clinical Training
    Gain real-world experience through supervised clinical placements at hospitals and healthcare facilities across southern Michigan and northern Indiana.

  • Smaller Class Sizes, Strong Support
    Benefit from individualized instruction, caring faculty, and a supportive learning environment that prioritizes your success.

  • High NCLEX-RN Pass Rates
    Our graduates consistently exceed national averages on the licensing exam.

  • Approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing
    This program meets all educational requirements for RN licensure in Michigan.

  • ACEN Accreditation
    The GOCC nursing program is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

What You’ll Learn

In the Nursing AAS program, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge, and clinical judgment needed to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to diverse patient populations. You’ll learn:

  • Medical-surgical nursing principles
  • Maternal-child and pediatric care
  • Mental health and pharmacology
  • Evidence-based practice and critical thinking

You’ll also complete multiple clinical rotations in hospitals and community healthcare settings to apply what you’ve learned in real-world environments.

Courses You’ll Take

Here are a few of the key courses in the program:

  • NUR 211 – Medical-Surgical Nursing II
  • NUR 219 – Pharmacology III
  • NUR 224 – Family Nursing

For a complete listing of courses and program requirements visit the GOCC Academic Catalog.

Nursing AAS - Program Details

FAQs

Q: Is this program available fully online?
A: No. All courses are delivered in person. Clinical experiences take place at local hospitals and clinics.

Q: What kind of jobs can I get after graduation?
A: Graduates are prepared for positions as Registered Nurses (RNs) in hospitals, long-term care, community health, and specialty clinics.

Q: Is this a Workforce Development program?
A: Yes. The Nursing AAS is a career-ready program aligned with regional healthcare workforce needs.

Q: Can I take classes part-time?
A: No. Due to the clinical requirements and program structure, students must follow a full-time, cohort-based schedule.

Q: Will my credits transfer?
A: Yes. Students who graduate from GOCC's nursing program will be able to apply their AAS toward further degrees such as, BSN and graduate programs. GOCC has articulation agreements with several universities offering RN-to-BSN programs.

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