Seattle Central Community College

Nursing Programs Offered

ADN Program Details

-Prepares students to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Examination (NCLEX-RN) and apply for a license as a registered nurse in Washington State.
-Students can begin the Nursing program in fall quarter only; work on prerequisites can begin any quarter. This program has strict application deadlines and admission procedures.
-The Nursing program might be a good fit for you if you enjoy science, like helping people and working as part of a team, and have good communication skills.
-Areas of study include chemistry, anatomy & physiology, microbiology, nutrition, pharmacology and a wide array of courses in nursing practice.
-Registered nurses generally work in hospitals, skilled nursing care facilities, community health clinics, physicians’ offices or with agencies to provide in-home healthcare.

The Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) offers an associate of applied science-transfer (AAS-T) degree with a two-year curriculum designed to prepare registered nurses.

The program includes skills lab, nursing theory, clinical practice and general education courses. Special note: The educational environment contains multiple latex products and exposure to potential blood borne pathogens. Current infection control standards are taught in the program. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Examination (NCLEX) and apply for a license as a registered nurse in Washington State.