A stereotype is simply a widely held belief that an individual is a member of a certain group based on charcteristics. Due to the process of overgeneralization within social perception, stereotyping leads to a great deal of inaccuracy in social perception. Sex, race, age, sexual orentation, religion and physical ability are various catagories which exist in stereotyping. The most prevalent and controversial forms are sex and race.
General Education. Registered nurse education programs require you to complete a core curriculum. Core courses usually include, but are not limited to, English composition, developmental or life-span psychology and basic sociology. Although less common, some nursing schools may require you to pass a course in ethics, religion, logic or philosophy.
One of the most important things to know as an entry level nurse student is that no matter what kind of RN you become, you need to pass the NCLEX examination. There are different exams, based upon whether you have earned an associateâs or a bachelorâs degree. Still, you need to pass the exam to become an RN. The first way to become an RN and pass that all-important NCLEX exam is to earn your associateâs degree in nursing. Earning your associateâs degree in nursing will mean you must complete an 18-24 month program in nursing at an accredited career college.