Nursing - Course Syllabus

This course provides the student with a broad introduction to what a career in Nursing entails. Nursing is one of the fastest-growing industries around the world today and is projected to continue growing quickly for decades to come. This course explains the history of the Nursing field, along with the different types of nursing careers that are available. The ethical and legal aspects involved with Nursing are also discussed, as well as information regarding body systems and today’s healthcare system.

• Describe the historical growth and development of the nursing profession.
• Explain the formation of the formal nursing education system and nursing licensure process.
• Describe how philosophy is applied in the nursing field.
• Display a basic understanding of the current healthcare system.
• List and define the key ethical principles in nursing.
• List and describe the many different types of nursing careers.
• Display a basic understanding of the legal aspects that nursing involves.
• Describe the global impact of healthcare on society.