What courses in college should you take to begin a pediatric nursing degree?

To begin a pediatric nursing degree, there are several foundational courses that you should consider taking during your time in college or university:

1. General Education Courses:

- English composition and communication

- Math (Statistics, Precalculus)

- Social sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Human development)

- Humanities (Philosophy, Ethics, Cultural studies)

2. Biology:

- General biology

- Genetics

- Anatomy and physiology

- Microbiology

3. Chemistry:

- General chemistry

4. Health Science and Nursing-Related Courses:

- Introduction to health science or healthcare professions

- Introduction to nursing or pediatric nursing

- Fundamentals of nursing

5. Math for healthcare professionals

6. Statistics for healthcare data analysis

7. Psychology. Courses in cognitive neuroscience or lifespan development will help you connect biological mechanisms of thought

8. Nutrition.

9. Pharmacology

Remember, specific course requirements may vary depending on the college or university, so confirm the exact list of courses from the appropriate department or by checking program guidelines and recommendations.