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Associate of Arts in Pre-Nursing

Tacoma Community College


Location

United States of America (USA)

Study Format

On Campus

Course language

English

Study Fields

Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing

Duration

2 Years

Academic pace

Full Time

Degree

Associate Degree

Tuition Fee

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Program Description

The role of the nurse is more important than ever, as communities are currently in an era of provider shortages. In fact, nurses make up the largest healthcare profession in the United States. They work in a variety of settings, which include clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community settings.

TCC offers courses that cover the first two years of a typical four-year college nursing program (college-level courses). This Pre-Nursing transfer degree is intended for students who want to take science and general education classes at Tacoma Community College to prepare to transfer to a four-year school to begin their nursing classes and earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.

Students completing this track are not eligible to take National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Registered Nursing until they complete their BSN program. Students wishing to become registered nurses directly after completing their associate degree should talk with an advisor about an Associate of Arts in Nursing (DTA/MRP).

If a 4-year nursing degree is your goal, TCC offers a pre-nursing college transfer program. A graduate who has completed the Associate of Arts in Pre-Nursing Degree may articulate into a bachelor's degree program at a 4-year institution.

  • Fall 2023 - Application Deadline (Aug 15) and Classes Start (Sep 25)
  • Winter 2024 - Application Deadline (Nov 15) and Classes Start (Jan 3)
  • Spring 2024 - Application Deadline (Feb 15) and Classes Start (April 1)

About the School

A Place for Every Student

TCC offers a welcoming campus environment with numerous opportunities. A comprehensive state-supported community college serving more than 790,000 residents of the Tacoma-Pierce County area, our service district includes all of Tacoma and the Pierce County portion of the Olympic Peninsula and serves the Tacoma and Peninsula school districts.

Our Mission

As the community college, we create meaningful learning, advance equity, and strengthen student and community success. We do that by offering transfer degrees, professional and technical skills certifications, and specialty programs that serve diverse educational needs. Because we believe college should be open, accessible, and affordable for everyone.

Whether TCC is your first step toward a four-year degree, or you need technical skills to prepare you for the workforce – you’ll discover that no matter who you are or where you want to go, TCC welcomes you.

TCC International Programs

Tacoma Community College (TCC) is committed to the success of each student and is excited to welcome international students from around the globe. Join us to study your...

  • Associate Degree for university transfer (2+2)
  • Improve your English language skills (EAP: English for Academic Purposes)
  • Complete High School and college concurrently (High School Completion)
  • Attain a certificate

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