ADN Program

Learn Skills Healthcare Employers Need

If you’re ready to take the first step toward becoming a Registered Nurse (RN), the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at Fortis can help you get there by providing training for entry-level positions in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. Our hands-on program is designed to prepare you with the knowledge, clinical skills, and confidence needed to deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care.

What does a registered nurse do?

A Registered Nurse (RN) with an ADN degree plays a vital role in patient care. Registered nurses assess and monitor patients, administer medications and monitor reactions and effectiveness, assist with diagnostic tests, educate patients and families on health management, prevention, and post-treatment care to promote recovery and quality of life, and collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans. ADN-prepared RNs provide compassionate, evidence-based care while educating patients and their families about treatment and recovery.

What does it take to become a registered nurse?

To enroll in the Fortis Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Hold a high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or equivalent
Be at least 17 years old at the start of studies
Submit an application form
Participate in an interview with administrative staff
Achieve a minimum score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam (SLE), a standardized test that assesses cognitive abilities *

The Fortis Difference

Once you’ve met all the requirements, you’re ready to enroll in the Fortis ADN program.

Why Fortis?

Less time to earn a degree and start employment
Career-focused classes
Hands-on clinical training
Flexible class schedules
Accredited programs
Financial aid for those who qualify
Career services
Connections to local employers

What does an ADN program at Fortis look like?

Earn a diploma in 96 weeks (that’s as little as 24 months!)
Learn through a hybrid form of delivery, with some courses online and others offered in a traditional on-campus environment with a mix of classroom and hands-on learning
Learn from passionate, experienced instructors with real-world skills and a dedication to student success
Get on track to earn a nurse's income faster thanks to no waiting lists or prerequisites
Receive dedicated mentorship and become eligible upon completion of the program to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) passage of which is required to obtain a license to practice nursing. *

What You’ll Learn

Knowledge of science and health-related topics, as well as math for medical professionals and pharmacology
An understanding of basic nursing skills, biology, physiology, emergency care, pediatric nursing, obstetric nursing and medical/surgical nursing
Communication and interpersonal skills for creating empathetic caregivers who excel in connecting with patients
Collaboration and teamwork for establishing productive, respectful interaction with colleagues and peers in the workforce
The clinical portion of this program includes real-world, hands-on experience providing nursing care to diverse patient populations in hospitals and other healthcare agencies and will enable the student to observe first-hand and learn the qualities that are crucial to employability

Sample Course Track

Below is a sample course path through our ADN program. Click on the triangle to expand the sample course listing.

Course Code	Course Title	Clock Hours	Credit Hours
AHP216	Anatomy and Physiology I	80	6***
AHP217	Anatomy and Physiology II	80	6
BIO101*^	General Biology	60	5
BIO205*^	Microbiology	60	4
CMP105*^	Introduction to Informatics **	20	2***
COM205*	Effective Communication **	40	4
ENG101*	English Composition **	40	4
MAT101*	College Mathematics **	40	4
NUR100	Pharmacology	50	5
NUR101	Health Assessment	50	4
NUR104	Foundations of Nursing	150	8***
NUR201	Medical-Surgical Nursing I	180	9
NUR202	Maternal-Newborn Nursing	60	4
NUR203	Pediatric Nursing	60	4
NUR204	Leadership and Management	20	2
NUR206	Community Nursing Concepts	20	2
NUR208	Mental Health Nursing	60	4
NUR209	Medical-Surgical Nursing II	160	8
NUR210	Transition to Practice-Capstone	120	6
PSY101*	General Psychology **	40	4
PSY278*^	Human Growth and Development **	40	4***
SCI115*^	Fundamentals of Human Nutrition **	30	3***
SOC101*	Sociology **	40	4

Preparation for the NCLEX

The nursing programs at Fortis emphasize test readiness for the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN, with dedicated mentorship and coaching to help you pass the exam on your first try.

NCLEX Process Timeline

Take the steps to launch your nursing career with confidence.

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Classroom instruction and hands-on skill development
Prepare for and pass NCLEX exam
Continue career in nursing with BSN and/or MSN with partner school DCN

What is the job outlook?

National job outlook data provides insight into career trends across the United States, including which occupations are growing, in demand, and expected to offer employment opportunities. This information is sourced from Lightcast and includes data from O*NET Online, a comprehensive resource developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) that describes job duties, skills, and workforce trends. Data is used under the CC BY 4.0 license.

Registered Nurses

$65,593

+7.0%

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

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If you're feeling the calling to start your training in nursing, apply now for Fortis' Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program today. It's time to invest in YOU!

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