The Biology degree in Pre-Nursing prepares students to transfer to a four-year program at a baccalaureate institution. Upon completion of a bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduates choose from first level professional nursing staff positions in specializations which include community health, geriatrics, maternity, mental health, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery.
Degree Requirements
Complete General Education and other requirements listed for the Associate degree and
Major Requirements: 21-23 semester units
A grade of "C" or higher is required for each course applied to the major.
BIOL 240 | General Microbiology | 4 units |
BIOL 250 | Human Anatomy | 4 units |
BIOL 260 | Human Physiology | 5 units |
Plus 8 or 10 units from one of the following groups
CHEM 210 | General Chemistry I | 5 units |
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CHEM 220 | General Chemistry II | 5 units |
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CHEM 410 | Health Science Chemistry I | 4 units |
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CHEM 420 | Health Science Chemistry II | 4 units |