This major is no longer available, please refer to Pre-Nursing majors for the 23-24 school year.
This course provides the pre-requisites for applying to the Practical Nursing program. It does not guarantee admission to Practical Nursing.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the healthcare industry is exploding. Employment of healthcare occupations is projected to grow 14 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 1.9 million new jobs. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other occupational group.
This high growth rate is driven by development of new technology and treatment modalities, aging of the population, increased healthcare spending, and the need to replace healthcare workers who retire or leave their jobs for other reasons. Growing demand for qualified healthcare workers means excellent employment opportunities for a wide variety of people. Most health support occupations require less than four years of college and many employers offer competitive wage and benefit packages including insurance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible hours to allow for continued education.
The Pre-Nursing program is designed to prepare students to pursue a profession in nursing, as well as provide a foundation for students interested in pursuing another health-related field. By completing certifications in Nurse Aide (NA), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA), Long-term Care Aide (CAN), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), students become qualified to work in hospitals and long-term care facilities.
Full-time: 4 months of instruction
Part-time: 8 months of instruction
Two sessions, Monday through Friday, 8-11 a.m. and Noon-3 p.m.
Part-time students enroll in either the AM or PM session. Full-time students enroll in both
Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:
Hospitals and Long-Term Care facilities, Healthcare Provider Offices
