{"id":642,"date":"2026-05-22T10:26:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T14:26:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/xnursing\/?post_type=docs&p=642"},"modified":"2026-07-08T07:44:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T11:44:52","slug":"course-outcomes-progression","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/docs\/handbook\/adn\/introduction-overview\/course-outcomes-progression\/","title":{"rendered":"Course Outcomes Progression"},"content":{"rendered":"
Outcome 1<\/a>
\nOutcome 2<\/a>
\nOutcome 3<\/a>
\nOutcome 4<\/a>
\nOutcome 5<\/a>
\nOutcome 6<\/a><\/div>\n

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1. Tailor nursing care with consideration for individual needs, values, preferences, and circumstances.<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
NUR101<\/th>\nNUR106<\/th>\nNUR108<\/th>\nNUR201<\/th>\nNUR203<\/th>\nNUR202<\/th>\nNUR205<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
\n
NUR101A<\/span>
\nRecognize a diversity of needs, values, preferences, and circumstances.<\/div>\n
NUR101C<\/span>
\nIdentify individual needs, values, preferences, and circumstances.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR106A<\/span>
\nDiscuss the individual and family perspectives and belief systems as it relates to the healthcare situation.<\/div>\n
NUR106C<\/span>
\nDescribe a plan of care based on individual and family needs in the community care setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR108A<\/span>
\nDescribe the health care situation from the care recipient’s perspective as impacted by their belief systems.<\/div>\n
NUR108C<\/span>
\nExplain a plan of care based on individual needs in the acute care setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR201A<\/span>
\nDiscover the multiple dimensions of individual needs and implement priority based nursing care accordingly.<\/div>\n
NUR201C<\/span>
\nComplete a plan of care based on assessment of individual needs and values.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR203A<\/span>
\nDetermine the impacts of person-centered care on mental health outcomes.<\/div>\n
NUR203C<\/span>
\nPrepare a plan of care based on the dimensions of person-centered care in the mental health care setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR202A<\/span>
\nUtilize the nursing process to modify care based on analysis of individual needs.<\/div>\n
NUR202C<\/span>
\nAnticipate individual needs and adapt the plan of care based on those needs.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR205<\/span>
\nAnalyze healthcare issues while incorporating unique individual lived experiences and situations.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Employ clinical judgment to solve problems and provide care within diverse, complex systems.<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
NUR101<\/th>\nNUR106<\/th>\nNUR108<\/th>\nNUR201<\/th>\nNUR203<\/th>\nNUR202<\/th>\nNUR205<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
\n
NUR101A<\/span>
\nUnderstand the components of the clinical judgment process and identify its use in care settings.<\/div>\n
NUR101C<\/span>
\nExplain the clinical judgment thought process in a care setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR106A<\/span>
\nInterpret the clinical judgment process across the lifespan and within varied settings.<\/div>\n
NUR106C<\/span>
\nPractice the clinical judgment thought process for diverse ages and care settings.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR108A<\/span>
\nExplain how clinical judgment is used to address needs and solve problems within diverse, complex health systems.<\/div>\n
NUR108C<\/span>
\nApply clinical judgment to provide safe care within diverse and complex health systems.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR201A<\/span>
\nApply clinical judgment in medically complex situations within diverse care systems.<\/div>\n
NUR201C<\/span>
\nDemonstrate purposeful, informed outcome-oriented clinical judgment within the acute care setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR203A<\/span>
\nArticulate nursing actions to improve professional standards of practice that relate to Individual care and outcomes.<\/div>\n
NUR203C<\/span>
\nUtilize knowledge of mental healthcare needs to connect appropriate institutional and community resources.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR202A<\/span>
\nIntegrate knowledge from the nursing process with the dynamics of the acute care environment to support clinical judgement decisions.<\/div>\n
NUR202C<\/span>
\nOrganize nursing care with clinical judgement while managing a multi-person assignment and the dynamics of the acute care environment.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR205<\/span>
\nExplore the distinct perspective of nursing knowledge and identify innovative solutions to structural barriers present in healthcare systems.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Synthesize information using evidence, data, and patient care technology to make optimal decisions.<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
NUR101<\/th>\nNUR106<\/th>\nNUR108<\/th>\nNUR201<\/th>\nNUR203<\/th>\nNUR202<\/th>\nNUR205<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
\n
NUR101A<\/span>
\nIdentify quality evidence and summarize accurately.<\/div>\n
NUR101C<\/span>
\nIllustrate use of basic patient care technologies and enter accurate data.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR106A<\/span>
\nLocate reliable sources and articulate meaning for current practice.<\/div>\n
NUR106C<\/span>
\nDemonstrate use of basic patient care technologies across the lifespan and enter accurate data.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR108A<\/span>
\nAssociate evidence and data to inform clinical decision-making.<\/div>\n
NUR108C<\/span>
\nUse evidence, data, and technology to provide safe care.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR201A<\/span>
\nUtilize technology as a tool to identify current evidence to guide clinical judgment.<\/div>\n
NUR201C<\/span>
\nGather accurate data using patient care technology and reliable research methods to make clinical decisions and contribute to the nursing plan of care.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR203A<\/span>
\nAnalyze research and evidence from reliable sources to guide nursing actions and improve health outcomes.<\/div>\n
NUR203C<\/span>
\nExamine the role of the nurse in contributing to a therapeutic environment based on reliable evidence and data.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR202A<\/span>
\nTailor health information to create care materials for various populations using technology and valid evidence.<\/div>\n
NUR202C<\/span>
\nIntegrate data from advanced patient care technology and evidence-based practice to create and support a safe, effective plan of care.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR205<\/span>
\nEvaluate available evidence, synthesize information, and communicate scholarly findings to suggest best practices.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Analyze risk and create a plan to minimize harm through system effectiveness and individual performance.<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
NUR101<\/th>\nNUR106<\/th>\nNUR108<\/th>\nNUR201<\/th>\nNUR203<\/th>\nNUR202<\/th>\nNUR205<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
\n
NUR101A<\/span>
\nDescribe interventions to mitigate risk and improve health outcomes.<\/div>\n
NUR101C<\/span>
\nRecognize standardized practices that support safe outcomes.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR106A<\/span>
\nRecognize unique risks across the lifespan and discuss interventions to minimize harm.<\/div>\n
NUR106C<\/span>
\nEmploy standardized practices, modified across the lifespan, to support safe outcomes.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR108A<\/span>
\nAssociate individual and systemic risk factors with potential health impacts and describe nursing actions to reduce harm.<\/div>\n
NUR108C<\/span>
\nDemonstrate standardized practices to support safe outcomes in the care of childbearing families.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR201A<\/span>
\nDevelop strategies that can be used by individuals and teams to improve care and outcomes of care.<\/div>\n
NUR201C<\/span>
\nDemonstrate effective strategies at the individual and system levels to reduce risk of harm to self and others.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR203A<\/span>
\nUse research to analyze errors and design system improvements in nursing care settings.<\/div>\n
NUR203C<\/span>
\nArticulate and implement best practices for preventing harm to both care providers and recipients.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR202A<\/span>
\nPrioritize practices that contribute to the safest plan of care and maximize outcomes.<\/div>\n
NUR202C<\/span>
\nAnalyze risk and adhere to practice guidelines to minimize error and create a culture of safety.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR205<\/span>
\nConnect system safety to reduced risk for both providers and recipients of care.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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5. Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team while demonstrating the capacity for leadership.<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
NUR101<\/th>\nNUR106<\/th>\nNUR108<\/th>\nNUR201<\/th>\nNUR203<\/th>\nNUR202<\/th>\nNUR205<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
\n
NUR101A<\/span>
\nDiscuss the principles of effective teamwork and communication in the healthcare context.<\/div>\n
NUR101C<\/span>
\nRecognize the members of a healthcare team, their role, and appropriate communication methods.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR106A<\/span>
\nDescribe partnership approaches and communication methods appropriate to members of the interdisciplinary team.<\/div>\n
NUR106C<\/span>
\nObserve the interdisciplinary team and explain the role of positive partnerships.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR108A<\/span>
\nArticulate behaviors that promote team functioning.<\/div>\n
NUR108C<\/span>
\nPractice by using effective communication strategies within an interdisciplinary team.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR201A<\/span>
\nDifferentiate the role of the nurse in the management of care situations compared to interdisciplinary collaborative problems.<\/div>\n
NUR201C<\/span>
\nPractice as an effective team member and begin to lead based on the situation.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR203A<\/span>
\nDistinguish effective partnerships with care team members, patients, families, and communities to enhance the care experience.<\/div>\n
NUR203C<\/span>
\nDiscover personal biases, inclinations, strengths, and limitations that may impact performance in a team setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR202A<\/span>
\nCollaborate within groups to model leadership and effective team dynamics to facilitate learning.<\/div>\n
NUR202C<\/span>
\nAssume the leadership role in the management of patient care and team process including organization, prioritization, and delegation.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR205<\/span>
\nDesign professional development materials that illustrate leadership.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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6. Act with integrity, accountability, and perspective within the nursing scope of practice.<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
NUR101<\/th>\nNUR106<\/th>\nNUR108<\/th>\nNUR201<\/th>\nNUR203<\/th>\nNUR202<\/th>\nNUR205<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
\n
NUR101A<\/span>
\nDefine the legal scope of nursing practice and ethical nursing principles.<\/div>\n
NUR101C<\/span>
\nReflect on nursing standards and values.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR106A<\/span>
\nRecognize the scope of nursing practice and ethical nursing behaviors.<\/div>\n
NUR106C<\/span>
\nExpress nursing standards and values through written and practical work.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR108A<\/span>
\nExpress the nursing responsibility for respectful care and adherence to ethical standards of practice.<\/div>\n
NUR108C<\/span>
\nDemonstrate and express nursing accountability and integrity within the inpatient care setting.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR201A<\/span>
\nExamine the responsibility and scope of the nurse in the management of social determinants of health.<\/div>\n
NUR201C<\/span>
\nDiscover personal capabilities, knowledge base, and areas of needed development.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR203A<\/span>
\nExamine personal biases and systemic stigmas which lead to healthcare disparities.<\/div>\n
NUR203C<\/span>
\nExpress the value of therapeutic communication through demonstration of effective therapeutic communication techniques.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR202A<\/span>
\nPractice integrity, accountability and perspective regarding the nursing scope of practice.<\/div>\n
NUR202C<\/span>
\nShow perspective and growth within the nursing role in preparation for future practice.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
\n
NUR205<\/span>
\nExamine complex population health scenarios using ethical principles, advocacy, and a reflective approach.<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":617,"menu_order":6,"template":"","meta":{"_is_vendor_doc":"0","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"doc_tag":[],"class_list":["post-642","docs","type-docs","status-publish","hentry"],"comment_count":0,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/docs\/642","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/docs"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/docs"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/docs\/642\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":643,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/docs\/642\/revisions\/643"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/docs\/617"}],"prev":[{"title":"Program Outcomes","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/docs\/handbook\/adn\/introduction-overview\/program-outcomes\/","href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/docs\/632"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=642"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"doc_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/nursing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/doc_tag?post=642"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}