Nursing school
Nursing school
Nursing school (pronunciation: /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ skuːl/) is a type of educational institution, or part thereof, providing education and training to become a fully qualified nurse. The nature of nursing education and nursing qualifications varies considerably across the world.
Etymology
The term "nursing school" is a direct reference to the institution's purpose. "Nursing" comes from the Latin word "nutrire", meaning to suckle or nourish, and "school" originates from the Greek "skhole", meaning leisure or free time, which evolved to mean teaching or lecture place in Latin.
History
Nursing schools have been around for centuries, with the first documented nursing school established in India around 250 B.C. The first nursing school in the United States, the Bellevue Hospital School of Nursing, was founded in 1873.
Types of Nursing Schools
There are three main types of nursing schools: Diploma in Nursing schools, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) schools, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) schools.
Admission
Admission to nursing school requires a high school diploma or equivalent, satisfactory performance on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), and completion of certain prerequisite courses.
Curriculum
The curriculum in a nursing school typically includes courses in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, psychology, and other social and behavioral sciences, as well as in liberal arts.
Licensing
After completing nursing school, graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become licensed as a registered nurse.
Related Terms
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Nurse Midwife
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nursing school
- Wikipedia's article - Nursing school
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