Nursing AAS (RN)
A two-year nurse preparation program
Our Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in nursing prepares students with both a theoretical and clinical foundation for a career as a registered nurse (RN). During classes, you will focus on the science behind excellent nursing care. In labs and clinical rotations, you will practice the art of nursing.
Students who complete the program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN® exam).
The 2019 NCLEX-RN State pass rate for Maria College for first time test takers was 90.18%–higher than the NYS first time pass rate of 86.42%.
Your choice: day or evening
Our program is designed to meet the scheduling needs of traditional and non-traditional students. Enroll in our Day or Evening Division. Either way, you will benefit from:
- Personal attention
- A state-of-the-art nursing simulation lab where you can practice your skills
- Clinical experience in the Capital Region’s finest healthcare facilities, including: Albany Medical Center, St. Peter’s Health Partners, Ellis Medicine, St. Margaret’s Center for Children, and Capital District Psychiatric Center.
See the AAS Nursing Pre-Licensure Student Nurse Manual for more information, or check the important links in the sidebar menu.
Accreditation
The Associate degree in applied science in nursing program at Maria College located in Albany, New York is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate degree in applied science in nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
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End of Program Student Learning Outcomes
After completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree program in Nursing at Maria College, the graduate will be able to meet the following competencies:
- Integrate caring and sound nursing judgment to promote the health of clients, families and communities in various environments.
- Incorporate the nursing process when planning safe, quality care for clients, families and communities to promote, maintain, and manage health and modify the environment.
- Communicate in a collaborative manner with clients, families and communities, members of the health care team, and with community resources.
- Incorporate critical thinking to examine the evidence that underlies clinical nursing practice and improves the quality of care for clients, families and communities.
- Personify professional identity in an accountable, ethical, and responsible manner as a member of the profession of nursing.
- Advocate for clients, families and communities to make educated decisions about health care choices by providing evidence-based health information through teaching-learning.
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Course Sequence: Day Division
Day Division
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First Year: First Semester
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Course
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Credits
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BIO 209
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Anatomy & Physiology I
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4
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NUR 110
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Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice
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1
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NUR 120
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Fundamentals of Nursing
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8
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PSY 100
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General Psychology
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3
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16
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First Year: Second Semester
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BIO 210
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Anatomy & Physiology II
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4
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ENG 111
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Composition
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3
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NUR 130
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Care of individuals across the lifespan
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8
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PSY 200
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Developmental Psychology
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3
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18
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Second Year: First Semester
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BIO 203
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Microbiology
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4
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NUR 240
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Care of Clients with Physical and Psychological Needs
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8
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SOC
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Introduction to Sociology
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3
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ENG 211
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Critical Inquiry and Writing
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3
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18
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Second Year: Second Semester
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NUR 250
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Care of the Complex Client
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8
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NUR 260
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Transition to Nursing Practice
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3
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RES
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Foundations in Social Justice
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3
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14
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Course Sequence: Evening Division
Evening Division
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First Year: First Semester
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Course
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Credits
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BIO 209
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Anatomy & Physiology I
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4
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PSY 100
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General Psychology
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3
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7
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First Year: Second Semester
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BIO 210
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Anatomy & Physiology II
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4
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ENG 111
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Composition
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3
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7
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First Year: Third Semester
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RES 201
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Foundations in Social Justice
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3
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PSY 200
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Developmental Psychology
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3
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6
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Second Year: First Semester
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NUR 110
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Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice
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1
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NUR 120
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Fundamentals of Nursing
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8
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9
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Second Year: Second Semester
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NUR 130
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Care of individuals across the lifespan
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8
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8
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Second Year: Third Semester
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ENG 211
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Critical Inquiry and Writing
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3
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SOC 101
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Introduction to Sociology
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3
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6
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Third Year: First Semester
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BIO 203
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Microbiology
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4
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NUR 240
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Care of Clients with Physical and Psychological Needs
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8
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12
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Third Year: Second Semester
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NUR 250
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Care of the Complex Client
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8
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NUR 260
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Transition to Nursing Practice
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3
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11
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Application Requirements
Minimum Grade Point Average:
- High School Students:
- 80% Minimum Grade Point Average
- 80% Biology
- 80% Chemistry
- College Transfer Students:
- 2.5 Minimum Grade Point Average
- “C” or higher in Biology
- “C” or higher in Chemistry
Prerequisite Coursework:
- Successful completion of at least 2 college-preparatory Math courses
- Successful completion of at least 3 science courses, which must include a Biology and a Chemistry course.
- Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS VI)
- The TEAS VI is a multiple-choice assessment of basic academic knowledge in reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage.
- Applicants will be admitted on the basis of meeting the minimum requirements for entry and their TEAS test scores.
- Admissions decisions will be based on space availability.
- How to Register for the TEAS VI
- TEAS VI is administered through PSI and offered regularly in Albany
- Acceptable scores are the following:
- Reading 70.5%
- Mathematics 69%
- Science 53.6%
- English 63.8%
- An applicant may take the TEAS test twice in a 12-month period. Test attempts at other colleges are reported to Maria College and will count as an attempt.
- For more information please visit the Testing Requirements page.
Note: High School students can substitute their SAT scores provided that they meet the minimum requirements.
Qualified LPN applicants may enter the Associate’s Degree in Nursing Program in three ways:
- Successful completion of the Advanced Placement Challenge Exam, qualifying admissions into NUR 130. Enrollment is limited each year.
- Successful completion of the PN-RN Transition Courses (NUR 198 and 199) and 23 required liberal arts credits.
- A resume demonstrating current clinical experience is required to enter NUR 198.
- These qualify for admission into NUR 240.
- Class size is based on available space in the Nursing Program.
- Successful completion of the Maria College Practical Nursing Completion Program and completion of all required liberal arts credits with the exception of microbiology (MIC 203) qualifies for admission into NUR 240. Those not immediately entering the Associate’s Degree in Nursing Program must have worked as an LPN for at least six months prior to admission.
- A copy of the license and a letter of employment verification must be submitted at time of application.
Please note: All Associate’s Degree in Nursing applicants must meet all admission requirements for the Associate Degree Program, as well as program-specific requirements.
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Student Achievement Data
Year
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NCLEX-RN® First-time Pass Rate
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Program Completion Rate
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2019
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90.18%
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—
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2018
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95.69%
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—
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2017
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92.7%
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69.49%
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2016
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88.8%
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71.19%
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2015
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93.6%
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68.48%
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Articulation Agreements
- Capital Region BOCES graduates with CNA license to the AAS in Nursing at Maria College
- Capital Region BOCES Practical Nursing Program graduates with LPN to AAS in Nursing at Maria College
- Graduates of Certified Nurse Aide program at Questar III BOCES with CNA license to AAS in Nursing at Maria College