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St. Charles Community College
4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Cottleville, MO 63376 | 636-922-8000
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Dosage Calculations Class
(CDV 600)


The Dosage Calculations class prepares students to take the Dosage Calculations test required as part of the admission criteria for SCC nursing programs. The class is also an excellent review for the nurse who wishes to refresh their calculation skills.

Subjects covered include:

  • Systems of measurement including metric and apothecary.
  • Converting between the two systems is also covered.
  • Calculating drug dosages utilizing ratio-proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis.
  • Calculation of oral and parenteral medications including reconstitution of powdered medications.
  • Pediatric dosage calculation.
  • Basic IV flow rates and infusion time for IV Therapy.

Course Requirements:

Students are expected to be proficient in basic math including addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percentages, and Roman numerals prior to the first class.

Tuition and Schedule:

Fees for this course are non-refundable.

Other:

The textbook is required and available in the bookstore.

Is Online Learning Right For Me?

Note: Offered as both a regular classroom format as well as Online. Early enrollment is encouraged as classes fill quickly.

Ready to Register?

By Mail

Complete the registration form including MC, Visa or Discover card information or attach a check or money order and mail to:

St. Charles Community College – ADM 1442
4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr.
Cottleville, MO 63376

In Person

8 a.m.-Noon Monday-Friday in ADM 1442.
Bring a completed registration form and payment.

By Fax

Complete the registration form and fax to 636-922-8478. 
MC, Visa or Discover card information required.

Online

Register online now.

Payment is due at the time of registration.