Two hours lecture/two hours lab per week. Study of the health benefits and definitions of various vegetarian diets. Key areas covered include complementing proteins and obtaining adequate intake of calories, protein, vitamins and minerals while following various vegetarian diets. Includes weekly cooking lab to reinforce principles learned in class and to experiment with vegetarian foods from different cultures.

Introduction to the nutrition and dietetic profession. Examines the meaning of professionalism and strategies for success in the profession. Discusses pathways to becoming a dietitian and diverse jobs for which dietitians are qualified. Reviews the scientific evidence analysis as the foundation of practice.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Courses on topics of interest to nursing students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

This course supports students in analyzing and applying transition-to-practice competencies essential for the shift from graduate nurse to professional registered nurse following NCLEX completion. Students will explore strategies for career development, lifelong learning, and resilience-building while reflecting on their evolving professional identity. Emphasis is placed on integrating clinical judgment, ethical practice, and systems thinking to navigate complex healthcare environments. Prerequisite: 326, 328, 336, 337, 360, 463. Register in final semester of program.

This course is designed to give the senior nursing student an overview of approaches to studying for the NCLEX. A variety of approaches and strategies for studying will be incorporated. The course is not intended to replace a professional review course for the licensure exam. Prerequisites: 323, 324, 365, 372, 382. Restricted to senior 2 year nursing students who are eligible to take ATI Predictor in their final semester concurrent with 482.

Application and synthesis of safe, evidence-based practice emphasizing clinical expertise, patient expectations, and the best research evidence. Integration of leadership and professional values of the nurse as provider and coordinator of holistic care. Emphasis on the transition to practice as a professional nurse with a focus on evaluation of critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills when providing safe, evidence-based, quality nursing care. Prerequisites: 422, 432, 452, 465 or concurrent.

The portfolio process recognizes the contribution of RN experiences through reflection to demonstrate learning with a final capstone project. Building on the concepts, skills, and values acquired through a liberal arts education, students have the opportunity to realize the impact on advancing professional development and lifelong learning. Prerequisites: 315 or MATH 130, 340, 353, 450 and 451 or concurrent, 462. PWC Bachelor Completion.

Care delivery models are explored in relation to care coordination and workforce dynamics. Characteristics of organizational systems are examined to develop an understanding of the complexity and uniqueness of an organization, including effective management of resources. Prerequisite: 340 and RN License. CCT Bachelor Completion.

Concepts of transforming nursing leadership are introduced through an ethical perspective to influence collaboration in practice. The professional nursing leadership roles and responsibilities in a rapidly changing, complex healthcare system are analyzed. Prerequisite or concurrent: 340.