The Registered Nursing program consists of sequential courses which require five consecutive terms to complete. To extend the nursing program over more than two years, a person may take one, two or three general studies or science classes per semester prior to applying for admission to the nursing program. Continuation in and graduation from the nursing program is contingent upon the student earning a minimum grade of “C” in the courses indicated in the tables below. Classes are held in classrooms and laboratories, whereby area hospitals, community centers and nursing homes provide clinical training sites. After completing the Registered Nursing program, students will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX) for licensure as a registered nurse.♦
♦ The Ohio Board of Nursing has specific requirements regarding criminal conviction/criminal background checks that must be met prior to approval to take the NCLEX.
Accreditation ►
The Associate Degree Nursing Program at Edison State Community College at the Piqua Campus located in Piqua, Ohio, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
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Some possible careers include ►
staff nurse in hospitals, clinics, physician’s offices, home health, long-term care and health care settings
Minimum Criteria for Application to Registered Nursing Program ►
To be considered for acceptance into the Registered Nursing program, students must meet the following minimum criteria for application:
► 1. Complete an Edison State Community College application (not required if previously submitted).
► 2. Meet the following minimum academic requirements for admission:
► 3. Provide official high school transcript with graduation date (College Credit Plus students submit current high school transcript) or GED scores, postmarked by the application deadline for the desired term. A final transcript is required after graduation from high school.
► 4. Have an overall, cumulative college GPA or high school GPA (if no college courses have been taken) of 2.5 or higher. If cumulative college GPA is not 2.5 or higher, demonstrated improvement in recent academic work will be considered. (NOTE Students accepted into the Nursing Program but whose Edison State GPA drops below 2.5 before the start of their program will be refused entry.)
► 5. Request official ACT, SAT, or placement scores, postmarked by the application deadline for the desired term, if not on high school transcript.
► 6. Provide official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended, postmarked by the application deadline for the desired term.
► 7. Meet with the nursing advisor prior to filling out this application. Schedule an appointment with the nursing advisor, Carin Benning, by calling Student Services at 937.778.7850. Appointment may be in person, by phone, or virtual.
► 8. Complete an online Registered Nursing Program Application (see below) for admission into NUR 135S Health Promotion of the Adult during one of the two application periods. Applications are accepted from December 15 until the application deadline of January 31 for the next fall term. Applications are accepted from June 15 until the application deadline of July 31 for the next spring term.
► 9. Note that applicants who have failed two or more nursing courses (can be the same course or different courses) at any college within the last three years will not be considered for admission.
► 10. Be at least 17 years of age to enter the nursing program. Parental signatures will be required for clinical forms if the student is under the age of 18.
The selection committee will review all nursing applications and select applicants. All applicants will receive an email of the status of their application approximately 6-8 weeks after the application deadline. Those selected for the program are required to have a physical and medical health form completed by a physician/nurse practitioner, a current CPR for the Professional Rescuer card, a successful background check, a successful drug screen, and proof of health insurance. Applicants not selected are welcome and encouraged to reapply.
NOTE Registration in and completion of support courses listed for the nursing program does not guarantee selection into the nursing program.
►Click here for the Registered Nursing Program Application (Students must meet with the nursing advisor prior to filling out this application. Schedule an appointment with nursing advisor, Carin Benning, by calling Student Services at 937.778.7850.)
►Click here for the Nursing Student Handbook
►Click here for the 2025 Nursing Student Achievement Data
Program Outcomes ►
The student will
- value clients and their support systems as an integral part in decision-making when providing compassionate care;
- integrate leadership skills, demonstrating professional judgment and accountability to perform actions within standards of nursing care;
- apply evidence-based practice in the delivery of optimal health care;
- utilize measures of quality improvement at an individual and systems level to ensure delivery of safe care;
- utilize information and technology in an ethical manner to provide communication, examine information, reduce the risk of errors, and support decision making;
- communicate accurately and effectively to deliver safe care in collaboration with other members of the health care team; and
- respond to the larger health care system and its impact on the delivery of care.
