CURRICULUM

INNOVATION
in NURSING EDUCATION
 PHILIPPINES
Program Description:

This four-year program with two (2) summer

terms consists of general education and
professional courses with related learning
experiences as mandated by the
Commission on Higher Education in its
Memorandum CMO-15-s-2017
 The program provides an intensive
nursing practicum in the form of related
learning experiences that will refine the
clinical skills from first year level to ensure
basic clinical competencies required of a
beginning nurse practitioner.
 These competencies are obtained
under proper supervision and guidance of
clinical instructors with the cooperation of
Nursing Service Staff of the basic and
special areas of the Hospital.
 Nursing in specialty areas is being
supplemented by affiliation with hospitals
and health centers under the Department of
Health and the communities adopted by the
University in close coordination with the
barangay.
PH PROGRAM CURRICULUM
The curriculum for BS Nursing includes:

general education courses,

professional courses,
related learning experience and
research project.
General Education Courses essentially
prepare the students for the study of
Language and Humanities; Mathematics,
Natural Science and Information
Technology; Health Sciences, Social
Sciences, Mandated Courses and Theology.
Professional Courses prepare the students
to the subfields of nursing such as: Theories
and Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-
Surgical Nursing, Maternal and Child
Nursing, Community Health and
Communicable Disease Nursing, Mental
Health and Psychiatric Nursing, Professional
Adjustment and Nursing Leadership and
Management.
Related Learning Experience provides the
students teaching-learning opportunities
designed to develop the competencies of
students utilizing processes in various health
situations. These could be sourced from, but
not limited to: lying-in clinics, schools,
industrial establishments, community, out-
patient clinics and general and specialty
hospitals.
Research Project enables students to apply
research skills, from conceptualization of a
research topic to data gathering, writing and
presentation of findings through a thesis
defense. Dissemination of the research
study is also part of the program through a
research conference and translation of the
research project in to a publishable format.
The students are given two terms to finish
their research project.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Choosing to study nursing in the USA will
give you the opportunity to study in state-of-
the-art clinical facilities and train under the
guidance of leading lecturers in the field. As
an international student nurse, you will train
in acute care hospitals, hospice care centers
and outreach clinics.
Studying in the US, you will have the
opportunity to learn from experts, and be
surrounded by students and professionals
from various cultural, ethnic, religious,
socioeconomic, and educational
backgrounds.
 USA - LPN/LVN
• LPN or LVN Programs
• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) training
programs are approximately one year
long. An LPN/LVN works under the
direction of a registered nurse.
A LVN/LPN nurse provides basic patient
care, such as taking vital signs and patient
monitoring. The state requires an LPN to
pass a national licensing exam for state
certification following training completion.
According to the US Department of Labor
Statistics, the median annual wage of
licensed practical and licensed vocational
nurse is $39,030 US.
 ADN PROGRAMS
• ADN Programs
• The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
training program can take between 15
months and two years to complete.
This associate degree program focuses on
technical training.

An ADN registered nurse can treat, educate

patients, and provide emotional support to
patients' family members. Associate Degree
Nurses must pass a national licensing
examination, According to the US Department of
Labor Statistics, the median annual wage of ADN
registered nurses is $67,490 US.
 BSN PROGRAM
• BSN Programs
• The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
is a four-year program offered at many
colleges and universities throughout the
United States. Some programs conclude
with a Clinical Residency to support the
transition from trainee to nurse.
 RN to BSN PROGRAMS
• RN to BSN Programs
• These programs are designed for the
ADNs who want to convert their studies to
a Bachelor of Science (BSN) qualification.
Programs are available both on campus
and online. RN to BSN online programs
are a popular choice among students who
want to keep learning while working.
 MSN Programs
• MSN Programs
• The Master of Science Nursing programs
(MSN) incorporate a variety of advanced
nursing disciplines into a single course.
There are several work opportunities available for
graduates including: Adult Nurse Practitioner
(ANP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Neonatal
Nurse Practitioner (NNP), Nurse Educator (NE),
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP), Women's
Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP).

The median salary for those holding a MSN

degree in the US is around $60,000-150,000 US
depending on the specialty.
 CRNA Programs
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
program (CRNA) typically lasts from 1 to 2 years.
CRNA students learn anesthesia techniques, test
theory, and how to apply knowledge to clinical
problems.

A nurse with a CRNA specialization can find some

of the highest paying nursing jobs in the US, with
many earning around $160,000-250,000 US a year
depending on the state.
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