Finger Lakes Community College

Nursing Programs Offered

ADN Program Details

The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Nursing offers a registered nurse (R.N.) course of study, utilizing a state-of-the-art nursing lab, audio-visual lab, and computer-assisted instruction. In addition to developing the skills necessary for nursing practice, students in the program receive a broad-based liberal arts education. After completing the course of study, students are qualified to take a national licensing exam to become registered nurses. The overall passing rate for FLCC nursing students is competitive with state and national averages.

-Pre-Nursing Courses: A pre-nursing sequence is provided for those students who either apply too late in the year for admission to the nursing curriculum, have not met the prerequisites for admission, or prefer to pursue the nursing curriculum on a part-time or reduced course load basis. An accelerated option for LPNs is also available. For details, contact the Nursing Department.
-Faculty: The nursing faculty at Finger Lakes Community College are well-respected in their areas of expertise. They have presented at national workshops and authored published works.
-Honors Courses: The College offers honors courses that provide enhanced educational experiences for students who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability. Enrollment in honors courses is open to qualified students in this degree program, as well as all other qualified FLCC students. Successful completion of honors courses or an Honors Certificate may increase student transfer options to four-year institutions.