Bakersfield College

Units: 5.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Study of fundamentals of American Sign Language (A.S.L). Introduces the basic vocabulary and grammatical structure of ASL, conversational strategies, numbers, fingerspelling, and non-verbal aspects of American Sign Language. Provides an overview of Deaf history and Deaf cultural values. Outside assignments requirepractice with video tape programs.
Field trips required.
Note for 30600: Note for Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Reading and writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Introduction to all aspects of the communication process including intrapersonal, interpersonal, and group communication, as well as speaking in public. Emphasizes an understanding of communication in everyday life in conjunction with a knowledge of how to present ideas, thoughts and feelings. Introduction to various theories of interpersonal communication; participation in experiences designed to enhance competence and develop skills in interpersonal relationships. (C-ID COMM 130)
Note for 30820: Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 7.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Students must have a copy of a current (CPR) (American Heart Association Health Care Provider) card.
Recommended: MEDS B60 (Medical Terminology), 3 units.
Description: Foundation skills and assessment techniques to care for an ill or injured person in the pre-hospital setting. Closely follows state regulations for EMT-1 training and leads to certification at the county level. Required for all ambulance personnel and appropriate for many other first care providers such as law enforcement and fire personnel. The student must meet health requirements to participate in the laboratory section of the course. Any expenses involved in meeting the health requirements are the student's expense. Students who do not possess CPR will not be accepted into the class. Mandatory physical examination/immunizations will be required within 2 weeks of the beginning of the course and are at the student's expense. Failure to meet these requirements will result in student ineligibility for clinical objectives.
Note for 30961: Emergency Medical Technician Current provider level CPR (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider).Costs of meeting health requirements are paid by the student. Mandatory physical examination/immunizations must be completed 4 weeks after the start of course. Failure to meet these requirements will result in student ineligibility for clinical objectives. In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange 16 total required class hours.

Units: 7.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Students must have a copy of a current (CPR) (American Heart Association Health Care Provider) card.
Recommended: MEDS B60 (Medical Terminology), 3 units.
Description: Foundation skills and assessment techniques to care for an ill or injured person in the pre-hospital setting. Closely follows state regulations for EMT-1 training and leads to certification at the county level. Required for all ambulance personnel and appropriate for many other first care providers such as law enforcement and fire personnel. The student must meet health requirements to participate in the laboratory section of the course. Any expenses involved in meeting the health requirements are the student's expense. Students who do not possess CPR will not be accepted into the class. Mandatory physical examination/immunizations will be required within 2 weeks of the beginning of the course and are at the student's expense. Failure to meet these requirements will result in student ineligibility for clinical objectives.
Note for 30961: Emergency Medical Technician Current provider level CPR (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider).Costs of meeting health requirements are paid by the student. Mandatory physical examination/immunizations must be completed 4 weeks after the start of course. Failure to meet these requirements will result in student ineligibility for clinical objectives. In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange 16 total required class hours.

Units: 1.00

Dates: 4/15/2013 - 5/1/2013 (2 weeks)

Prerequisite: Must possess current EMT-1 certification or certification that has expired in less than one year.
Description: A review of material in EMTC B50 with updates on EMT-1 issues and new material or skill techniques. An approved refresher course that follows state regulations and leads to a recertification completion certificate. Required to continue practice of pre-hospital emergency care.
Note for 30962: Instructor's Signature needed for approval Students must possess current EMT-1 certification or certification that has expired less than one year previous. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 1.00

Dates: 2/25/2013 - 2/27/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Prepares the student to function as an initial attack incident commander at the ICT4 level in the incident Command System. Includes preparation, mobilization, size up, leading the initial attack, and initial attack strategy. Meets National Wildfire Coordinating Group curriculum criteria. Prepares studens for employment with wildland fire management agencies and municipal fire departments.

Units: 1.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Description: Provides knowledge to perform the tasks of the position in the Incident Command System (ICS) for which basic incident business management is required. Provides policy and direction for incident business management. Intended for students to pursue a career with a wildland fire suppression agency or for a specialty with a municipal fire control agency.
Note for 32624: Added on 5/16 fro a credit by exam student.

Units: 1.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Description: Provides description and detail of the organization and operation of the ICS. Covers management of resources, duties of all positions including the Air Operations organization, and example of how the essential principles are used in incident and event planning. Meets the curriculum requirements of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group. Applicable to wildland fire management agencies and municipal fire departments.
Note for 32625: Added 5/16 for a Creidt by Exam Student

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1 with a grade of C or better.
Description: Fundamentals of fire department organization, management, and resources, and the use of those resources to control various emergencies.
Field trips required.
Note for 31146: Note for : Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 1/18/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B50A with a grade of C or better or equivalent.
Description: Management techniques for Chief Officers to control major fire disasters. Techniques in developing and writing plans for fire disaster control and in managing local disasters. Accredited by the California Fire Service Training and Education System (C.F.S.T.E.S.) for Chief Officer certification.
Note for 31149: CFSTES Chief Officer Course Call 661-395-4113 for information. Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 2/4/2013 - 2/8/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B51A with a grade of C or better.
Description: Provides sound management principles in preparation for Chief Officer. Includes internal and external influences: personal behavior of fire fighters; managing human relations through group dynamics; and problem solving techniques. Accredited by the California Fire Service Training and Education System (C.F.S.T.E.S.) for Chief Officer Certification.
Note for 31150: CFSTES Chief Officer Course Call 661-395-4113 for information. Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 2/4/2013 - 2/8/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1 with a grade of C or better or equivalent.
Description: Fundamental information and experience in command and control techniques at emergency locations. Emphasizes commanding, the authority or right to command, personnel, organization or area under a commander and the performance requirements for Fire Service Officers.
Note for 31152: Note for : CFSTES Fire Officer Course Call 661-395-4113 for information. Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 2/25/2013 - 3/1/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B51b with a grade of C or better.
Description: Information and experience in command and control techniques used at the scene of hazardous material incidents. Emphasizes acts of commanding, the authority or right to command, the personnel organization or area under commander and the performance requirements for Fire Service Officers.
Note for 31153: Note for : CFSTES Fire Officer Course Call 661-395-4113 for information. Instructor's signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 2/23/2013 (5 weeks)

Description: This is the same information/course presented to all first year wildland firefighters. All of the federal fire agencies and many municipal fire departments recognize this course as the foundation to all subsequent fire training. This is "The Basics" it will provide students with an understanding of wildland firefighting principals, tactics, organization, and fireline safety.
Note for 31161: In addition to the scheduled hours, students will have a 9 hour field day on Saturday, Feb. 23.

Units: 2.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 2/23/2013 (5 weeks)

Description: This is the same information/course presented to all first year wildland firefighters. All of the federal fire agencies and many municipal fire departments recognize this course as the foundation to all subsequent fire training. This is "The Basics" it will provide students with an understanding of wildland firefighting principals, tactics, organization, and fireline safety.
Note for 31161: In addition to the scheduled hours, students will have a 9 hour field day on Saturday, Feb. 23.

Units: 1.50

Dates: 2/25/2013 - 4/3/2013 (5 weeks)

Recommended: Evaluation by instructor.
Description: Manipulative and technical training in the identification and operation of fire tools and equipment. Includes fire-line construction practices, physical fitness and water-handling equipment. Satisfies one-half of required training standards.
Note for 31162: Note for : In addition to the scheduled hours, students must attend a 9 hour field day on Saturday, March 2. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 1.50

Dates: 2/25/2013 - 4/3/2013 (5 weeks)

Recommended: Evaluation by instructor.
Description: Manipulative and technical training in the identification and operation of fire tools and equipment. Includes fire-line construction practices, physical fitness and water-handling equipment. Satisfies one-half of required training standards.
Note for 31162: Note for : In addition to the scheduled hours, students must attend a 9 hour field day on Saturday, March 2. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 0.50

Dates: 1/22/2013 - 1/24/2013 (0 weeks)

Professional development workshops and seminars related to specific topics of the Incident Command System. Prepares personnel from municipal, county, state, and federal fire service agencies in meeting certification standards set forth by the National Interagency Incident Management System.

Units: 2.00

Dates: 3/11/2013 - 3/15/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Various mandated training topics required by California State Fire Marshal (CSFM).
Note for 31164: Note for : Subtitle:SpTpcs/FIRE:M-410Fac Inst Seq Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 3/18/2013 - 3/22/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Various mandated training topics required by California State Fire Marshal (CSFM).
Note for 31165: SpTpcs/FIRE: Command 1C Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 2.00

Dates: 3/4/2013 - 3/8/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Various mandated training topics required by California State Fire Marshal (CSFM).
Note for 31166: Note for : CFSTES course, call 395-4113 for information. Instructor's Signature required for enrollment. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 1.00

Dates: 4/8/2013 - 4/12/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Various mandated training topics required by California State Fire Marshal (CSFM).
NOTE FOR 32374: Subtitle: SpTpcs/Fire: S-231 Engine Boss Instructor's signature required for enrollment.

Units: 4.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: ACDV B78 or equivalent arithmetic course with a grade of "C" or better or qualifying score on placement assessment.
Description: A general review of basic arithmetic including the fundamental operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Emphasis is placed on real life applications, including percents, ratios, proportions, exponents, averages, estimation, graphs and measurement. The introduction to algebra includes operations with signed numbers and solving simple equations. Not open to students with credit in MATH B251 and MATH B252.

Units: 5.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH BA or one year of high school algebra or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher.
Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Sets and operations, signed numbers, factoring, linear equations, simple and complex fractions, functional notation, simple graphs, exponents and radicals, quadratic equations, the conics, variation, determinants, logarithms, exponential equations, sequences and series and the binomial expansion.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 2/4/2013 - 2/6/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: None.
Description: An initial and retraining course in Basic Life Support that provides basic knowledge and skills of Basic Life Support and AED use for victims of all ages. Skills learned in the class will enable the student to recognize emergencies and how to respond to them. At the end of the course, the student will qualify for an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card.
Repeat: As needed for recertification.

Note: In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange a total of 2 required class hours in which student must obtain materials from the college bookstore. Prior to the first class meeting student must read manual.
Note for 32515: Instructor's signature required for enrollment.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 2/11/2013 - 2/13/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: None.
Description: An initial and retraining course in Basic Life Support that provides basic knowledge and skills of Basic Life Support and AED use for victims of all ages. Skills learned in the class will enable the student to recognize emergencies and how to respond to them. At the end of the course, the student will qualify for an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card.
Repeat: As needed for recertification.

Note: In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange a total of 2 required class hours in which student must obtain materials from the college bookstore. Prior to the first class meeting student must read manual.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 2/25/2013 - 2/27/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: None.
Description: An initial and retraining course in Basic Life Support that provides basic knowledge and skills of Basic Life Support and AED use for victims of all ages. Skills learned in the class will enable the student to recognize emergencies and how to respond to them. At the end of the course, the student will qualify for an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card.
Repeat: As needed for recertification.

Note: In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange a total of 2 required class hours in which student must obtain materials from the college bookstore. Prior to the first class meeting student must read manual.
Note for 32523: Istructor's signature required for enrollment.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 4/29/2013 - 5/1/2013 (0 weeks)

Prerequisite: None.
Description: An initial and retraining course in Basic Life Support that provides basic knowledge and skills of Basic Life Support and AED use for victims of all ages. Skills learned in the class will enable the student to recognize emergencies and how to respond to them. At the end of the course, the student will qualify for an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS card.
Repeat: As needed for recertification.

Note: In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange a total of 2 required class hours in which student must obtain materials from the college bookstore. Prior to the first class meeting student must read manual.
Note for 32582: Instructor's signature required for enrollment.

Units: 4.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 1 course introduces the concepts of the professional nurse, nursing skills, beginning leadership, health care environment, growth and development across the lifespan, basic physiologic and human needs in health and illness, and providing a safe environment. Beginning critical thinking skills are emphasized, within the framework of the nursing process. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
Note for 31505: Students will meet at the Weill for the first six weeks of the semester then will be assigned various clinical sites with varying hours. Students will be assigned 108 clinic hours during the semester with an assigned instructor.

Units: 4.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 1 course introduces the concepts of the professional nurse, nursing skills, beginning leadership, health care environment, growth and development across the lifespan, basic physiologic and human needs in health and illness, and providing a safe environment. Beginning critical thinking skills are emphasized, within the framework of the nursing process. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
Note for 31505: Students will meet at the Weill for the first six weeks of the semester then will be assigned various clinical sites with varying hours. Students will be assigned 108 clinic hours during the semester with an assigned instructor.

Units: 5.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 1 course introduces medical surgical nursing concepts and practices as they relate to adult clients across the lifespan. Using the nursing process as the framework, the student will begin to recognize alterations in function or illness, and formulate age appropriate nursing interventions. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
Note for 31510: Note for : Students will meet at the Weill for the first six weeks of the semester then will be assigned various clinical sites with varying hours. Students will be assigned 135 clinic hours during the semester with an assigned instructor. Additionally students will go to clinical sites on Wednesday afternoons to prepare for Thursday clinic days.

Units: 5.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 1 course introduces medical surgical nursing concepts and practices as they relate to adult clients across the lifespan. Using the nursing process as the framework, the student will begin to recognize alterations in function or illness, and formulate age appropriate nursing interventions. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
Note for 31510: Note for : Students will meet at the Weill for the first six weeks of the semester then will be assigned various clinical sites with varying hours. Students will be assigned 135 clinic hours during the semester with an assigned instructor. Additionally students will go to clinical sites on Wednesday afternoons to prepare for Thursday clinic days.

Units: 5.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 1 course introduces medical surgical nursing concepts and practices as they relate to adult clients across the lifespan. Using the nursing process as the framework, the student will begin to recognize alterations in function or illness, and formulate age appropriate nursing interventions. Correlated clinical experiences are provided with adult patients who have basic health problems with predictable outcomes. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are introduced and integrated throughout the course.
Note for 31510: Note for : Students will meet at the Weill for the first six weeks of the semester then will be assigned various clinical sites with varying hours. Students will be assigned 135 clinic hours during the semester with an assigned instructor. Additionally students will go to clinical sites on Wednesday afternoons to prepare for Thursday clinic days.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 1 course provides the foundation knowledge base related to pharmacology in nursing, including both theoretical and mathematical aspects. Course uses the nursing process as the framework, and addresses the roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession. Fundamental principles of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, legal and ethical issues, and nursing responsibilities are covered. Information regarding intravenous drug administration is limited to pharmacokinetics. The drug classes most commonly used in clinical practice are presented. Additionally, information regarding basic mathematical calculations related to medication administration is introduced.

Units: 3.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 3 provides a foundation for pediatric nursing using growth and development concepts as a framework for presenting problems and special concerns of the pediatric client. Communication, anticipatory guidance, response to hospitalization, legal and ethical issues and health care of pediatric clients are discussed. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components.
Note for 31519: Note for : Students will be assigned 108 clinical hours during the semester with an assigned instructor at various clinical sites with varying hours. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 3.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 3 provides a foundation for pediatric nursing using growth and development concepts as a framework for presenting problems and special concerns of the pediatric client. Communication, anticipatory guidance, response to hospitalization, legal and ethical issues and health care of pediatric clients are discussed. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components.
Note for 31519: Note for : Students will be assigned 108 clinical hours during the semester with an assigned instructor at various clinical sites with varying hours. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 3.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 3 provides a foundation for pediatric nursing using growth and development concepts as a framework for presenting problems and special concerns of the pediatric client. Communication, anticipatory guidance, response to hospitalization, legal and ethical issues and health care of pediatric clients are discussed. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components.
Note for 31520: Note for : Students will be assigned 108 cinical hours during the semester with an assinged instructor at various clinical sites with varying hours. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 3.50

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program or evaluation of skills and knowledge by the Program Director.
Description: Level 3 provides a foundation for pediatric nursing using growth and development concepts as a framework for presenting problems and special concerns of the pediatric client. Communication, anticipatory guidance, response to hospitalization, legal and ethical issues and health care of pediatric clients are discussed. Correlated clinical experiences emphasize clinical decision making, patient care management, including prioritization of care, and development of psychomotor skills. The roles of Provider of Care, Manager of Care, and Member of the Profession are integrated in both the theory and the clinical components.
Note for 31520: Note for : Students will be assigned 108 cinical hours during the semester with an assinged instructor at various clinical sites with varying hours. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Basic concepts and principles of nutrition with application to current nutrition issues. Emphasizes improvement of personal health through proper eating habits.