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American Government - GO100
Course Description: Even though American government touches every aspect of Americans’ lives, few students understand how American government and politics work or how citizens can engage their own political system. Explore the creation and development of the American political system, the Constitution, civil liberties, and civil rights; the nature of American politics and political participation, including political parties, elections, interest groups, and media; the structure of political institutions, namely Congress, the presidency, and the judiciary; and the development of public policy. Throughout the course, learn about your own political identity, observe how government actually works, and have important civic conversations.
Fall
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Sections:
GO100 004251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: McPherson High School students only.
Meeting Times:
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Days: MTRF
Times: 7:50 AM - 8:41 AM
Campus: McPherson
Building: McPherson High School
Room: MHS01
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Days: W
Times: 7:50 AM - 8:39 AM
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American History 1865-Present - HI102
Course Description: Economic, political, social and intellectual development of the United States from the Civil War to the present with emphasis on growth of democracy, free enterprise system, welfare programs, civil rights, needs and contributions of minority groups, foreign policy and national defense.
Fall
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Sections:
HI102 002251S McPherson Canceled
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: This Hybrid meets on 9/2,9/16,9/30,10/14,10/28,11/11,11/25,12/9 All other work is completed online.
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Medical Terminology - HR105
Course Description: Elements of medical language including common abbreviations. Emphasis is placed on spelling, pronunciation, correct usage, and meaning relating to body systems, medical science, and medical specialties.
Fall
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Sections:
HR105 008251S McPherson Canceled
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: This hybrid will meet on 8/25, 9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, and 11/24. The final will be online on 12/1. All other work will be completed online.
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College Algebra - MA106
Course Description: Theory of equations, functions, inverse functions, complex numbers, determinants and matrices. Recommended for students majoring in Pre-Health, Science, Engineering, Architecture, Math, and Business.
Course Notes: HS GPA over 3.25, or Accuplacer NextGen QuantReason, Alg,Stats Score 263 or Above, or ACT Math Score of 22 or Higher.
Fall
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Sections:
MA106 029251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: HS GPA of 3.25 and B- or higher in second semester of Algebra 2, or ACT Math score of 22 or higher, or Accuplacer Math score of 263 or higher, or successful completion of MA108 or MA117 McPherson HS
Meeting Times:
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Days: MF
Times: 11:03 AM - 11:54 AM
Campus: McPherson
Building: McPherson High School
Room: MHS113
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Days: W
Times: 10:34 AM - 11:23 AM
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MA106 004251S
McPherson
Canceled
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: HS GPA of 3.25 and B- or higher in second semester of Algebra 2, or ACT Math score of 22 or higher, or Accuplacer Math score of 263 or higher, or successful completion of MA108 or MA117.
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Contemporary Math - MA117
Course Description: Development of critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills useful in our contemporary world. Topics will include financial applications, statistics, probability, estimation and the application of mathematics to understand major issues in society. Recommended for students majoring in Arts & Humanities, Applied Arts/Sciences, English, Ag & Natural Resources, Journalism, and Communications.
Fall
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Sections:
MA117 004251S McPherson Canceled
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: HS GPA of 3.0 and C- or higher in second semester of Algebra 2, or ACT Math score of 19 or higher, or Accuplacer Math score of 255 or higher, or successful completion of MA108 or MA117.
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Mechanical Maintenance Skills - ME129
Course Description: Basic mechanical skills required for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical industrial equipment as well as preventive maintenance techniques.
Fall
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Sections:
ME129 002251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: McPherson area high school & post-secondary students enrolled in the Industrial Mechanical Maintenance/Industrial Electrical Technology program ONLY.
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Death and Dying - PL105
Course Description: Cultural, philosophical, historical, religious, spiritual, and personal exploration of dying as a universal human experience; legal regulations, practices, and attitudes towards death and dying in America.
Fall
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Sections:
PL105 003251S McPherson Canceled
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: This hybrid class will meet on: 9/8,9/22,10/6,10/20,11/3,11/17,12/1. The final will be online 12/8. Additional work will be completed online.
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KSPN Foundations of Nursing - PN100
Course Description: An introduction to practical nursing and the roles of the practical nurse as well as profession and client related concepts. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skill needed to provide safe, quality care. The theoretical foundation for basic data collection and nursing skills is presented, including an introduction to the nursing process as a framework for decision making. and an introduction to the principles of pharmacology with emphasis on nursing care related to safe calculation and administration of medications to clients across the life span.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN100 001251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 4.00
Section Notes: This course is offered in the Fall semester for the full-time program and the Spring semester for the part-time program.
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PN Program Orientation - PN104
Course Description: The evolving role of the practical nurse in the health-care system. Essential techniques for success as a practical nursing student.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN104 001251S McPherson Closed
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KSPN Nursing Care of Adults I - PN106
Course Description: Focuses on the care of the adult clients experiencing common medical/surgical health alterations with predictable outcomes. Emphasis is placed on the care of clients with alterations in fluid and electrolyte balance, oxygenation, cardiac output and tissue perfusion, regulation and metabolism, and integument. Principles of pre and post-operative care and IV therapy are also addressed.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN106 001251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 5.00
Section Notes: This course is offered in the Fall semester for the full-time program and Summer semester for the part-time programs.
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KSPN Maternal Child Nursing - PN108
Course Description: Provides an integrative, family-centered approach to the care of childbearing women, newborns, and children. Emphasis is placed on care of the pregnant woman and newborn, normal growth and development, and common pediatric disorders.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN108 003251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 2.00
Section Notes: This course is offered in the Spring semester for the full-time program and the Fall semester for the part-time program.
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KSPN Foundations of Nursing Clinical - PN115
Course Description: An introduction to the skills required to practice nursing. The theoretical foundation for basic data collection and nursing skills is presented and the student is given the opportunity to demonstrate these skills in a clinical laboratory setting. Students are also given an opportunity to practice application of the nursing process to client-related situations.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN115 001251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 2.00
Section Notes: Course schedule will vary during the week of September 8-12, 2025 due to Kansas State Fair clinical activities.
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KSPN Nursing Care of Adults I Clinical - PN116
Course Description: Focuses on the care of the adult clients with common medical/surgical health alterations. The clinical laboratory experience provides the student an opportunity to apply the theoretical concepts from Nursing Care of Adults I and implement safe client care in selected settings.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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KSPN Fund of Pharmacology & Safe Medication Admin - PN119
Course Description: An introduction to the principles of pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on nursing care related to safe calculation and administration of medications to clients across the life span.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN119 001251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 2.00
Section Notes: This course is offered in the Fall semester for the full-time program and the Spring semester for the part-time program.
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KSPN Mental Health Nursing - PN120
Course Description: Explores basic concepts and trends in mental health nursing. Therapeutic modalities and client behavior management are discussed. Emphasis is placed on using the nursing process and meeting the basic human needs of the client with a mental health disorder.
Course Notes: Practical Nursing Acceptance.
Fall
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Sections:
PN120 001251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 2.00
Section Notes: This course is offered in the Fall semester for the full and part-time programs.
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PN120 003251S
McPherson
Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 2.00
Section Notes: This course is offered in the Fall semester for the full and part-time programs.
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General Psychology - PS100
Course Description: A survey of the fundamental principles of behavior including physiological, perceptual, historical, methodological, learning, memory, development, motivational, emotional, social and applied perspectives.
Fall
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Sections:
PS100 027251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: Hybrid class - additional classwork to be completed online. Textbook provided. High School students only.
Meeting Times:
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Days: MF
Times: 2:18 PM - 3:10 PM
Campus: McPherson
Building: McPherson Center
Room: MCT129
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Days: W
Times: 1:42 PM - 2:35 PM
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Human Growth and Development - PS102
Course Description: A survey of the theories of and current research into the psychological development of individuals from birth to death focusing on the progressive changes experienced in the physical, cognitive and social-emotional domains of life.
Course Notes: PS100 General Psychology.
Fall
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PS102 002251S McPherson Canceled
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Public Speaking - SH101
Course Description: Develop practical skills of public speaking by implementing the following principles: research, organization, audience analysis, effective use of language, and presentation of techniques. Learn how to change a speech for different occasions and audiences, how to support ideas, and how to select and organize materials. Through techniques taught, gain confidence and master skills to present relevant information in academic, business, and social settings. A minimum of 4 speeches will be delivered to an audience.
Fall
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Sections:
SH101 007251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: McPherson High School students only. eBook is included with course. Meeting times: 2nd hour, MTRF 8:47-9:38 and W 8:44-9:33.
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Interpersonal Communication - SH210
Course Description: This course involves the study of communication in human relationships with emphasis on the patterns and processes of face-to-face communication. The study of interpersonal communication is important for anyone who wants to learn better methods of building meaningful relationships with a spouse, colleague, supervisor or friend. The course stresses how to become a more effective and competent communicator by its analysis of personal communication goals, communication barriers, relational breakdowns, and conflict scenarios. Features include structural experiences, readings from special studies, group interaction, and personal feedback exercises. Written and oral presentations are fundamental to the course objectives.
Fall
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Sections:
SH210 003251S McPherson Canceled
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Fundamentals of Sociology - SO100
Course Description: Development and interaction of the individual in society with consideration of the culture, structures, functions of societies, social groups and institutions with emphasis on social interaction and its relation to personality and human action.
Fall
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Sections:
SO100 006251S McPherson Closed
Section Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3.00
Section Notes: This Hybrid will meet on 8/26,9/9,9/23,10/7,10/21,11/4,11/18,12/2. All other work will be completed online.
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