Recent SemestersFall 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits1PrerequisiteOfficial admission to the nursing program or experience in nursing permitting advanced placement in the nursing program Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course provides theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed by the nursing student to understand and effectively use basic communication skills to interact therapeutically with patients, communicate in groups, institute a teaching-learning plan, and begin the journey to cultural competence.Usually HeldMon 2:00pm–4:50pm