Nursing
CNM-UNM Nursing Dual Degree Program
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How to Apply
The Nursing program has limited seats. This program requires you to complete a screening process before registering for classes. Learn more about the screening criteria and deadlines from Coordinated Program Entry.
Nursing Program
The Nursing program was established to assist with industry shortages by developing a workforce for the local market. Our program is designed to prepare you for employment in the nursing industry and provide advancement opportunities. We focus on concepts of clear communication, critical thinking and compassion when caring for your patients.
Our curriculum includes classroom, laboratory and supervised clinical instruction. The program culminates with a one on one practicum experience in real, workforce settings. We combine essential arts and sciences classes with nursing courses.
Our program meets the requirements of the New Mexico State Board of Nursing. Our graduates are qualified to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination. Graduates of the AASN program can then complete a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing which is offered at the University level.
Graduates can find employment in any healthcare setting.
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Student Achievement Data
Learn more about CNM graduate career outcomes for Nursing and other programs.
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CNM NURSING PROGRAM OUTCOME DATA |
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| LICENSURE PASS RATES (by calendar year) |
2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|
CNM NCLEX-RNTM first-attempt pass rates |
83.80% |
83.78% |
81.12% |
|
NCLEX-RNTM first-attempt pass rates NMNEC* |
97.06% |
97.67% |
50.00% |
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PROGRAM COMPLETION |
2017 |
2016 |
2015 |
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CNM AASN Program Completion in 150% of program length (six terms), includes AASN and BSN students |
80.89% |
87.37% |
90.27% |
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GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT |
2017 |
2016 |
2015 |
|
Total CNM Graduate Employment/Continuing |
98.90% |
94.16% |
90.67% |
|
CNM Graduates Employed |
34.59% |
55.00% |
33.16% |
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CNM Graduates delaying employment to |
64.32% |
39.16% |
57.51% |
|
CNM Graduates seeking employment |
1.08% |
2.5% |
3.12% |
|
CNM Graduates not seeking employment |
0.00% |
3.33% |
6.22% |
*NMNEC is the New Mexico Nursing education Consortium that provides BSN education at CNM
through partnership with the University of New Mexico College of Nursing.
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)
If you have a valid Practical Nursing (PN) license, you can receive credit for one course in the Nursing program by filling out the following form:
Credit for Prior Learning (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Attend an Information Session
Sessions are free and provide you with an opportunity to meet an advisor.