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.
Math and Science. As a nurse, you'll make simple and complex calculations on every shift. As such, math and science education plays a critical role in nursing education. You must demonstrate proficiency in college-level algebra by passing a course or by passing a math placement test provided by the college. You also must pass two semesters of life science or anatomy and physiology, depending on the program.