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Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses
Coursera
Professional Certificate
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Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses

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Program building foundational knowledge in chemistry, biology, psychology, and microbiology essential for nursing careers.

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About this Course

Feeling stuck in your current job? You’re not alone. Many professionals are discovering that healthcare offers the meaningful, stable career they’ve been searching for—and it starts with mastering the foundational sciences. Build Your Science Foundation for Nursing Success Our Nursing Prerequisites program covers Chemistry, Microbiology, Psychology, and Biology—the essential building blocks every nurse needs. Whether you’re new to healthcare or brushing up on science knowledge, we’ll guide you from zero to confident. Who This Program Is For: Career switchers seeking meaningful work, recent graduates exploring nursing paths, or anyone needing to strengthen their science foundation before applying to nursing programs. Why choose our program? • Strong foundations that prepare you for nursing school success • Self-paced learning that fits around your job and life • Award-winning educators who explain complex concepts clearly • Confidence-building approach that makes sciences accessible Your future starts here. Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries, with registered nurses earning a median salary of $93,600 annually in the US ( Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2024 ). Beyond competitive pay, nursing offers job security, meaningful work helping others, and diverse opportunities from pediatrics to critical care. Ready to make the switch? Join the healthcare heroes making a real difference every day. Your patients are waiting

What You'll Learn

  • Apply fundamental chemistry principles relevant to medication and metabolism
  • Analyze microbial pathogens and infection control methods
  • Understand psychological principles and patient communication strategies
  • Integrate biological knowledge to explain human body functions and responses

Prerequisites

  • Basic familiarity with scientific terms and concepts
  • Readiness for applied exercises and case work

Instructors

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Adam Le Gresley, PhD

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Kevin Ahern, PhD

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Vincent Racaniello, PhD

G

Georgina Cornwall, PhD

Topics

Basic Science
Health
Analytical Chemistry
Behavior Management
Biochemistry
Biology
Cultural Sensitivity
Decision Making
Health Disparities
Immunology

Course Info

PlatformCoursera
LevelUnknown
PacingUnknown
PriceFree

Skills

العلوم الأساسية
الصحة
الكيمياء التحليلية
إدارة السلوك
الكيمياء الحيوية
الأحياء
الحساسية الثقافية
اتخاذ القرار
Health Disparities
Immunology

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