Nursing Department School Nurse Courses
The school nursing certification requires the completion of the following courses:
Undergraduate Level
- EDU 301 Social
Foundations of Education (3)
Extensive study of the school in contemporary America with emphasis on the three primary societies of family, church, and state in the education of children. - EDU 381 Introduction
to the Education of the Exceptional Child/Young Adult (3)
A survey of the major areas of exceptionality with emphasis on the impact of the disability on the cognitive development of students. Focus on the educational implications and instructional strategies. Also includes an understanding of the legal rights of students with special needs and factors that promote effective communication with students, parents, and school personnel. - NUR 420 School
Health Theory and Practice (3)
This course is part of the School Nurse Certification Program and examines the health status of children and personnel in the school setting. Emphasis is placed on the assessment, identification, and resolution of health problems common to these populations.
Prerequisites: B.S.N. or matriculation into the Immaculata University B.S.N. program, and EDU 301 or EDU 381. Education courses may also be taken at the graduate level.
Graduate level
- EDL 619 Social
Foundations of Education (3)
Topics includes historical and political issues in Education. - EDL 629 Adapting
Instruction to Individual Needs of Students (3)
Explains the various approaches of meeting the needs of students included in the regular classroom: the gifted, the average student and the disadvantaged student.
NUR 420 School Health Theory and Practice (3)
This course is part of the School Nurse Certification Program and examines the health status of children and personnel in the school setting. Emphasis is placed on the assessment, identification, and resolution of health problems common to these populations. Clinical Practicum Required (150 hours in a school setting)
Prerequisites: B.S.N. or matriculation into the Immaculata University B.S.N. program, and EDU 301 or EDU 381. Education courses may also be taken at the graduate level.