The curriculum outcomes reflect the philosophy, purpose and goals of the program. Graduates will:
- Implement care, considering the inherent value and dignity of persons who are members of families and communities.
- Create a climate of caring that nurtures and supports individuals, families and communities, in relation to the state of health.
- Incorporate principles of communication in professional interactions.
- Demonstrate competence in the performance of entry-level nursing skills.
- Incorporate critical thinking skills when using the nursing process to provide holistic nursing care.
- Utilize educational principles to promote, maintain and restore wellness in persons, families and communities.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care.
- Assume responsibility for self-direction in the process of personal and professional growth.
- Employ the concepts and principles of nursing, biopsychosocial sciences and legal/ethical standards to provide culturally sensitive care.
- Utilize leadership principles while assuming the role of leader and advocate.
The predominant themes throughout the curriculum are caring, community, therapeutic communication, critical thinking, health promotion/teaching and professional development.
