Internship Overview

The internship component of the Practical Nursing program immerses students in a hospital setting, allowing them to test-drive careers in the medical field. Students will explore various career paths in nursing and confirm their interest and commitment to a career in nursing. Additionally, students gain valuable transferable skills like being in attendance and on-time, interacting with other adults in a professional manner, and practicing clear communication.  

Paid Internship
Through the Summer Youth Employment programs of the City of Little Rock and Pulaski County Youth Services Workforce Program, students will have the opportunity to receive wages for the internship. More specific information about earnings and scheduling will be released in the Spring.  

Early College Courses
Part of the Summer Internship will include taking early college dual enrollment courses that are required components of the Baptist Health College Little Rock Practical Nursing program. This means students will receive both college and high school credit for the courses. These courses will be taught by a qualified LRSD science instructor, and students will receive college credit through ASU Three Rivers. 

Summer Internship I
During the first summer internship, students will take Anatomy and Physiology I. Students will receive [4.0] college credits, and [1.0] high school credit, which can count as a third science Smart Core requirement. 

ASU Three Rivers Course Description:
BIOL 2224 Anatomy and Physiology I This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence. This course emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of the human organism with reference to health-related topics. After an introduction, the following topics will be discussed: basic chemistry, cell biology, histology, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Laboratory exercises will be provided to demonstrate and reinforce the principles of anatomy and physiology. This course cannot be used for credit toward a biology major or minor. Prerequisite: Basic Writing (ENGL 1103) with a “C” or better OR required placement score. This course corresponds to ACTS Index Number BIOL 2404.

Summer Internship I  
During the second summer internship, students will take Anatomy and Physiology II. Students will receive [4.0] college credits, and [1.0] high school credit, which can count as a science elective or a career focus credit.

ASU Three Rivers Course Description:
BIOL 2234 Anatomy and Physiology II This course is the second semester of a two-semester sequence. This course emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of the human organism with reference to health-related topics. The following topics will be discussed: sensory system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system (including blood, blood vessels, and the heart), lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system and reproductive system. Nutrition, metabolism, and temperature regulation; fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance; pregnancy, human development, and heredity will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will be provided to demonstrate and reinforce the principles of anatomy and physiology. This course cannot be used for credit toward a biology major or minor. Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology I (BIOL 2224) with a “C” or better. This course corresponds to ACTS Index Number BIOL 2414