A&P Prep Course
A&P Prep Course
Definition & Purpose
A thorough introductory course on human form and function. This course presents a large, complex body of scientific knowledge in an easily understood, conversational writing style. Focusing on concepts rather than descriptions, the text uses a “big picture” theme of body function and also explains the body’s homeostatic regulation. For the first time, every new textbook includes a downloadable e-book, which is a fully searchable, electronic version of the text plus learning resources from Anatomy & Physiology Online – with animations by body system, images, an electronic coloring book, interactive exercises, and more.
Course Objective
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to recognize and use terminology, general principles associated with the structure and function(s) of human body systems. Student will able to apply normal and clinical concepts of human anatomy and physiology. Recognize,identify, and state the major function(s) of human organs based on text and lecture information.
Course Description:
Verve College’s A&P Prep Course in Oak Brook and Chicago is 160 clock hours/10 weeks duration of nursing program which educates students about the normal and clinical concepts of human anatomy and physiology. The program enables nursing students to identify and state the main functions of human organs based on the lecture and text information. Students can download an ebook to join the A&P class, which is quite interactive as well as effective. Also, the A&P program deploys unique tactics to deliver the best learning to students while using state-of-the-art classrooms, labs and other resources. With the interactive anatomy and physiology classes of Verve College, students can gain in-depth knowledge about Support and Movement, Respiration, Nutrition, and Excretion, Transportation and Defense, Communication and Control etc.
Course Outline
The Body as a Whole
- Organization of the Body
- The Chemical Basis of Life
- Anatomy of Cells
- Physiology of Cells
- Tissues
Support and Movement
- Skin and its Appendages
- Skeletal Tissues
- Skeletal System
- Articulations
- Anatomy of the Muscular System
- Physiology of the Muscular System
Communication, Control, and Integration
- Nervous System Cells
- Central Nervous System
- Peripheral Nervous System
- Sense Organs
- Endocrine System
Transportation and Defense
- Blood
- Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System
- Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
- Lymphatic System
- Immune System
- Stress
Respiration, Nutrition, and Excretion
- Anatomy of the Respiratory System
- Physiology of the Respiratory System
- Anatomy of the Digestive System
- Physiology of the Digestive System
- Nutrition and Metabolism
- The Urinary System
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Acid-Base Balance
Reproduction and Development
- Male Reproductive System
- Female Reproductive System
- Growth and Development
- Genetics and Heredity Mini-Atlas of Human Anatomy Appendixes (Available on companion website.)
(Clock Hours) (10 Weeks Approx.)
Prerequisites
High school diploma/GED or a minimum of 6-8 credit hours from an accredited U.S. College or University and Illinois State Certified Nurse Assistant.
A&P Admission Requirement
Prerequisites
- Photo ID
- Social Security Card
- High school diploma/GED or a minimum of 6-8 credit hours from an accredited U.S. College or University
Class Schedule
2019 A&P Prep Course CLASS SCHEDULE
2020 A&P Prep Course CLASS SCHEDULE
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Oak Brook:(630) 705-9999
Course Tuition: $1795.00
Registration fee: $100.00 (Non-refundable)