Mapping your Nursing Major
Your Hood experience is about so much more than just your nursing major.
The Student Success Center, the Center for Career Development & Experiential Learning, and the Office of the Registrar have teamed up to show you where a nursing major can take you. They will help you cultivate, engage and prepare during your time at Hood so that you are career ready for your journey beyond Hood.
Additionally, these maps will serve as milestones and guideposts when you meet with your academic advisor.
Contact
| Student Success 301-696-3860 | Registrar 301-696-3620 | Center for Career Development & Experiential Education 301-696-3583 |
| Department of Nursing | Nursing (BSN) |
Please note that sample four year plans are examples. Students, in consultation with their advisor, will discuss an individualized degree plan reflecting their academic preparation, interests and goals. Actual sequences will vary based on course availability, need for developmental coursework, and student preference. For complete information on degree requirements, reference the Undergraduate Course Catalog at .
Year (Level) One
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHEM 100 The Chemical World or CHEM 101 General Chem I (NS Core) | 4 |
| BIOL 104 A & P for Nurses I | 4 |
| Global Language 101 (GL Core) or HON | 3-4 |
| FYE 101 First Year Experience- Fall (FYE Core) | 3 |
| 14-15 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSY 101 Intro to Psychology (SBS Core) | 3 |
| BIOL 204 A & P for Nurses II | 4 |
| Global Language 102 (GL Core) or HON | 3-4 |
| FYE 102 First Year Experience- Spring (FYE Core) | 3 |
| ENGL 101/102 English Composition (EC Core) | 3-4 |
| 16-18 |
Year (Level) Two
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIOL 232 Microbiology for Nurses | 4 |
| PSY 239 Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| CHEM 105 Molecular Basis of Nutrition (HW Core) | 3 |
| MATH 112 Applied Statistics (sub PSY 211 or ECMG 212) (QR Core) | 3 |
| Developing Informed Viewpoints course or HON 201 (DIV Core) | 3 |
| 16 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NUR 200 Foundations/Professional Development | 2 |
| PHIL 221 or HON 202 (ETH Core) | 3 |
| SOC 101 Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| Creative & Performing Arts course (CPA Core) | 3 |
| Humanities course (HU core) | 3 |
| 14 |
Year (Level) Three
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NUR 201 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice | 5 |
| NUR 203 Concepts of Pathophysiology | 3 |
| NUR 204 Pharmacology | 3 |
| NUR 206 Health Assessment & Promotion | 3 |
| 14 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NUR 310 Adult Health I | 7 |
| NUR 315 Maternal Health Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 406 Pediatric Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 407 Informatics | 3 |
| 18 |
Year (Level) Four
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NUR 311 Adult Health II | 7 |
| NUR 306 Mental Health Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 403 Community Health Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 312 Leadership in Nursing Practice | 2 |
| 17 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NUR 321 Research and EBP | 3 |
| NUR 405 Adult Health III | 5 |
| NUR 470 Transition to Practice/Senior Practicum | 6 |
| 14 |
| Total Credits | 124 |
|---|
Learning, Self-Exploration, and Academic Excellence
The Hood College Center for Career Development and Experiential Education is here to support you through your four-year educational journey. Whether you are headed toward additional educational pursuits after graduation or on to the exciting world of work, we recommend that you investigate all your opportunities through three distinct types of exploration. These include Cultivating knowledge of your major and occupations related to your studies, Engaging in activities that give you hands-on experience, and taking practical steps toward Preparing for life after college. Below are three tables that will help you understand these areas and associated activities. Want to know more? Meet with a counselor in the Career Center. Email careers@hood.edu to make an appointment.
Cultivate
Explore your Major and Related Occupations
Year 1
- Explore the major through the Hood College nursing website. Explore the backgrounds of faculty and learn about course offerings.
- Visit the and the websites.
- Take the to learn more about additional areas of career interest.
- Meet with Career Center staff to begin developing a resume.
Year 2
- Visit with a career counselor to develop your resume and consider internship locations.
- Explore club and engagement opportunities related to nursing.
Year 3
- Update your resume to include classes from the previous year and any experiences, either nursing, volunteer, or employment related.
- Complete your clinicals. Stay on track with the help of your nursing professors.
Year 4
- Get a final review of your resume from faculty and Career Center staff.
- Complete a second internship or clinical experience.
Engage
Locally and Globally
Year 1
- Explore club and engagement opportunities related to nursing.
- Volunteer at local hospitals and care centers to give back and gain experience.
- Attend Community Engagement Fairs in the fall and spring semesters to learn about nonprofit agencies in the sciences and healthcare.
Year 2
- Investigate federal work-study positions in the nursing department to improve your skills and learn about careers.
- Attend the annual Science & Technology Career Fair to meet employers.
Year 3
- Consider becoming a peer tutor for nursing courses.
Year 4
- Conduct informational interviews with Hood College alumni working in nursing. Faculty members or career counselors can help identify individuals.
Prepare
For Post-Graduation Success
Year 1
- Attend the nursing related events on Hood's campus.
Year 2
- Attend the Spring Internship and Career Fair to meet employers recruiting interns.
- Check for events and see employers providing information sessions.
- Participate in Career Center workshops on job interviews and creating a LinkedIn page.
Year 3
- Attend Career Center workshops on conducting a job search and meet employers at Career Fairs.
- Consult faculty members about professional conferences.
Year 4
- Attend the annual Business Etiquette Dinner.
- Attend Career Fairs to learn about and obtain an entry-level position.
- Attend conferences of professional associations.
- Utilize resources at the Library and Learning Commons
- Meet regularly with your academic advisor
- Work with tutors at the Writing Center
- Complete the FAFSA and apply for scholarships
Learn about the role of nursing in:
- Hospitals
- Clinics and medical centers
- Physicians’ offices and medical groups
- Outpatient surgery centers
- Ambulatory care centers
- Home health agencies
- Nursing care facilities
- Rehabilitation centers
- Hospices
- Dialysis centers
- Diabetes care clinics
- Birth centers
- Psychiatric hospitals and mental health agencies
- Health maintenance organizations
- Educational institutions
- Summer camps
- Correctional facilities
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Integrated health clinics
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