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2025 Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA) Results for

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Pre-Nursing

Grades 11-12

Pre-Nursing develops critical skills and clinical expertise in anatomy, physiology, patient care, and medical ethics, preparing individuals for leadership roles and success in dynamic nursing and healthcare careers.

This pathway prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in nursing. It emphasizes direct patient care for individuals in long-term care facilities, hospitals, home health, and other healthcare environments. Students also participate in on-site job shadowing across a variety of clinical settings, providing them with practical experience and early exposure to the nursing profession.

Future Careers:
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Phlebotomist
  • Medical Transcriptionist
  • Home Health Aide
  • Patient Care Technician
  • State Registered Nurse Aide

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Courses Offered:

  • Principles of Health Science
  • Emergency Procedures and Medical Terminology
  • Medicaid Nurse Aide
  • Pre-Nursing Internship or Co-op

Dual-Credit Course Through BCTC:

  • NAA 100

Certifications Students Can Earn:

  • Registered Nursing Assistant (SRNA)
  • AHA BLS

Career Skills Earned In This Program:

  • Patient Care Basics
  • Anatomy & Physiology Foundations
  • Basic Nursing Care
  • Medical Terminology
  • Healthcare Technology
  • Infection Control & Hygiene Practices

Life Skills Learned In This Program:

  • Empathy & Compassion
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Flexibility
  • Problem Solving
  • Professionalism
  • Careful Observation

Work-Based Learning Opportunities:

  • Co-ops
  • Internships
  • Site Visits
  • Field Trips
  • Project-based Learning