Associate of Applied Science in Nursing & Bachelor of Science in Bible/Theology

Cooperative Programs

Overview

Nursing is a four-year program of study designed to equip graduates for effective service in the nursing profession and while acquiring thorough knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology. Nursing coursework is provided through a concurrent enrollment agreement with Northeast Iowa Community College. Following year one of clinical coursework, students sit for the LPN exam. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write the national licensure exam (NCLEX) to become a registered nurse (RN).

Degrees
Associate of Applied Science & Bachelor of Science
Time to Complete
4 Years
Program Director
Krista Iverson
Program Learning Outcomes

In addition to meeting the Bible/Theology major outcomes, the student will meet the outcomes established by Northeast Iowa Community College for the A.A.S. Nursing program. See the NICC website at www.nicc.edu for up-to-date Nursing program requirements and outcomes.

Program Admission
  1. Meet all admission requirements of Emmaus University.
  2. Complete application for admission to Northeast Iowa Community College.
  3. Declare intent to pursue the cooperative program in Nursing.
  4. Meet all nursing program admission requirements of Northeast Iowa Community College.
  5. Nurse Aide/CNA licensure must be completed prior to Nursing Concepts.
  6. Nursing candidates must also achieve a score of 80 on the math and reading comprehension areas of the ATI TEAS exam prior to nursing program admission (clinical coursework).
  7. At the beginning of the sophomore year, apply for entrance into the Bible/Theology program.
  8. Pay all applicable fees for this major as determined by the Business office and published in the annual statement of fees.
Program Requirements
  1. Complete a minimum of 134 semester credit hours.
  2. A 2.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.
  3. At least 36 semester credit hours must be earned at Emmaus.
  4. At least 36 semester credit hours must be earned at Northeast Iowa Community College.
  5. Complete the general graduation requirements listed in the Academic Life section of the catalog.
  6. Complete all graduation and Nursing program requirements of Northeast Iowa Community College.
  7. Meet course requirements in the following areas:

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At Emmaus I was equipped in my faith and introduced to my closest friends, who to this day, remain a source of joy and encouragement. NICC provided me with a foundation in nursing knowledge that has allowed me to serve my patients with competence and compassion. The two are a perfect match!
Caleb Holmes
Registered Nurse
Caleb Holmes, Emmaus Nursing Graduate