Nursing
The A.A.S in nursing program at Westchester Community College at the Valhalla campus located in Valhalla, NY has received initial accredited by the Board of Commissioners of the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The effective date for initial accreditation of the associate nursing program is May 24, 2017 with the next evaluation visit scheduled for spring 2025.
Get Ready to Apply
Visit the Nursing A.A.S. admissions information page to learn about your next steps.
Message from the Department Chair
Dear Prospective Nursing Student
The faculty of the Nursing Department at Westchester Community College warmly welcomes you; we are thrilled that you are considering a career in nursing. Nursing is a rewarding and dynamic profession with countless opportunities to make a meaningful impact. At Westchester Community College, the foundation of our program is built on compassion, academic excellence, and professionalism. Our nursing faculty is dedicated to supporting you in achieving your academic and professional goals. We strive to provide an exceptional educational experience that prepares graduates to excel as competent, compassionate nurses and to pursue advanced education in the field.
We are committed to guiding you effectively on your journey to becoming a nurse equipped to meet today’s healthcare challenges. The nursing program has fostered a vision for the future: to provide the nursing profession with highly skilled and knowledgeable graduates who are ready to make a difference in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape. The clinical and theoretical components of our program emphasize excellence in patient care, adherence to safety protocols, and a deep commitment to patient well-being and quality care. Graduates of the Nursing Program are prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) and licensure as a Registered Nurse.
As you take the steps toward admission to the Nursing Program, we encourage you to explore our website. There, you’ll find valuable information to help you get started, including the program overview, program map, admission requirements, and details about the TEAS exam. Additionally, the website features a section dedicated to frequently asked questions about the Nursing Department to address any concerns you may have as you begin your journey.
Thank you for your interest in Nursing
Maureen Carman MSN RN
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Nursing Department Chairperson
914-606-7852
Maureen.Carman@sunywcc.edu
Faculty
Assistant Professor
Amy DiCapua
Masters of Science Nursing Education Molloy College
Assistant Professor
Ann Hay
College of New Rochelle Masters of Science Nursing
Assistant Professor
Maureen Carman
Department chairperson
Masters of Science Nursing Walden University
Associate Professor
Norma Katz
CAGS New York University Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Hunter College Masters of Science Nursing
Assistant Professor
Maria Sireci
Hunter College Masters of Science Nursing
Assistant Professor
Mary F Milani
CAGS Pace University Family Nurse Practitioner
Pace University Masters of Science Nursing
The programs full time faculty teaches the content in all four nursing courses. However, the nursing program utilizes clinical adjunct faculty to cover many clinical experiences. Many of the adjunct faculty are employed in area hospitals and medical setting where students receive state-of-the-art clinical instructions.
Newly Hired Faculty
Latha Koshy
Pace University College of Health Professions CAGS FNP
Stony Brook University Master of Science in Nursing
Assistant Professor
Alexandra Romeo
New York University Master of Science Advanced Practice Nursing Adult
Assistant Professor
Vidia Saleem
Grand Canyon University Master of Science (Nursing)
Accreditation
The Nursing A.A.S. program at Westchester Community College at the Valhalla campus located in Valhalla, NY, has received initial accredited by the Board of Commissioners of the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The effective date for initial accreditation of the associate nursing program is May 24, 2017, with the next evaluation visit scheduled for spring 2025.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.org/
NCLX Pass and Completion Rate
Date Range | Pass Rate | Completion Rates |
January – December 2020 | 86% | September 2019 100% time: 67% January 2020 150% time: 80% |
January – December 2021 | 81% | September 2020 100% time: 44% 150% time: 64.7% January 2021 100% time: 70.3% 150% time: 81.4% |
January – June 2022 | 96% | September 2021 100% time: 76% 150% time: 92% |
Program Note
All students admitted into the Nursing Program must complete, at their own expense, a successful criminal background check and clean drug screening prior to beginning clinical learning.
In addition, students are required to have an annual medical exam and receive medical clearance prior to clinical rotation.
Program Requirements
64 credits are required for the degree:
- General Education - 17 credits
- Required Degree Courses - 47 credits
General Education Requirements - 17 Credits
- Communication - Written and Oral (3 credits):
- Mathematics (and Quantitative Reasoning) (3 credits): MATH 117 - College Quantitative Reasoningor higherLoading...
- Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) (3 credits): and
- Social Sciences (3 credits): PSYCH 101 - Introduction to PsychologyLoading...
Where specific courses are not listed within the categories above, courses must be selected from the list of
.Required Degree Courses - 47 credits
- ADN 231 - ADN-Nursing 4 (and Clinical Study)Loading...
- BIOL 202 - Pharmacology (for Nurses)Loading...
- BIOL 221 - General Microbiology (and Lab)Loading...
- ADN 102 - Dosage Calculations for NursesLoading...
- NUTR 109 - Nutrition for Health CareLoading...
Program Map
Semester 1
Course | Credits |
8 | |
4 | |
ENG 101 - Writing and Research Loading... |
3 |
ADN 102 - Dosage Calculations for Nurses Loading... |
1 |
Semester Total Credits | 16 |
Semester 2
Course | Credits |
8 | |
4 | |
BIOL 202 - Pharmacology (for Nurses) Loading... |
3 |
PSYCH 101 - Introduction to Psychology Loading... |
3 |
Semester Total Credits | 18 |
Semester 3
Course | Credits |
8 | |
BIOL 221 - General Microbiology (and Lab) Loading... |
4 |
MATH 117 - College Quantitative Reasoning or higherLoading... |
3 |
Semester Total Credits | 15 |
Semester 4
Course | Credits |
ADN 231 - ADN-Nursing 4 (and Clinical Study) Loading... |
12 |
NUTR 109 - Nutrition for Health Care Loading... |
3 |
Semester Total Credits | 15 |
Minimum Total Credits: 64
Program Learning Outcome
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:
- Demonstrate safe, ethical, client-centered care with diverse populations across the lifespan.
- Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration to achieve quality client care.
- Utilize evidence-based practice in the delivery of health care.
- Utilize technology and safety measures to continuously improve the quality of health care.
- Demonstrate adherence to leadership, management, legal and ethical standards in practice as a professional nurse.
About Westchester Community College
Financial Aid
Nearly 33% of Westchester Community College students receive some form of financial aid. Financial Aid is available to students who qualify. In addition, the Westchester Community College Foundation offers $1.6 million in scholarships annually.
Sports
The Westchester Community College Athletic Department sponsors thirteen different intercollegiate athletic teams in various sports. The roster of sports offered includes Men’s Baseball, Women's Softball, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Bowling, Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, Men's Golf, Men's and Women's Track and Field, Men’s Soccer, and Women’s Volleyball. Visit the Vikings Athletics website for schedules, reports, and more.
Locations
We’re accessible: Public transit-friendly main campus and extension locations. Online classes for wherever you are. Valhalla (main campus); extension sites in New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Yonkers, Shrub Oak, Mahopac, Ossining, Port Chester and Peekskill (Center for the Digital Arts) and White Plains (Center for the Arts).
Career Pathways
Transfer Pathways
After successfully completing your studies at Westchester Community College you can transfer almost anywhere, in-state or out-of-state. NYS residents are also guaranteed admission to a SUNY four-year campus.
Contact Information
Department Chair: Maureen Carman
Telephone: 914-606-7852
Email: maureen.carman@sunywcc.edu