Pre-Nursing
Pre-Nursing students learn the foundations of healthcare, earn certifications, and prepare for possible other career opportunities.
Adult students: Please explore our Flexible Health opportunities for fast-track options or the Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
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.
Immunization Requirements
Below is a list of immunizations required by our clinical sites. All students must provide appropriate documentation of immunizations before they are eligible to attend clinical.
- Hepatitis B vaccination series (series of three OR a positive Hepatitis B titer OR declination form).
- MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella (series of two vaccinations OR a positive measles titer and a positive rubeolla titer and positive rubella titer).
- Varicella (chickenpox) (series of two vaccinations OR a positive varicella titer)
- TDap - Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, within 10 years of clinical date
- Current flu vaccine
- Current negative two-step tuberculosis skin test
- TB Skin test will be provided by Francis Tuttle Technology Center at no cost to the student. However, if the student is absent on the day the test is administered or on the day the test is to be read it will become the student’s responsibility to complete this test on their own time and at their own cost.
- Follow up for a positive TB Skin Test is the responsibility of the student. Francis Tuttle is not responsible for providing or financing follow up for a positive TB Skin Test.
- Background Check
- Drug Screen
Pre-Nursing Majors
Advanced Unlicensed Assistant
About this Major
Please explore our Flexible Health opportunities or the Practical Nursing (LPN) program for fast-track options.
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 groups.
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 the Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) certification, students become qualified to work in hospitals and long term care facilities. High school students may also begin working toward pursuing one of our other adult health programs.
Licensure / Certifications
*Prerequisite: Nurse Aide Certification required
- CPR/First Aid
- Advanced Unlicensed Assistant State Certification
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle (Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense).
Courses
- Prerequisite: Nurse Aide Certification Required 480 Hours
- Health Careers Core II 120 Hours
- Advanced Unlicensed Assistant 240 Hours
- College and Career Readiness II 120 Hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Tuition & Fees
- N/A
Licensure / Certifications
- *Prerequisite: Nurse Aide Certification required
- CPR/First Aid
- Advanced Unlicensed Assistant State Certification-$100.00-$170.00
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
- Immunizations for clinical (approximate) - $250.00 - $300.00
- 1 set of scrubs provided by Francis Tuttle
- Shoes - $40.00-$100.00
Total Estimated Costs for High School Students
$40.00-$100.00Clinical Medical Assistant
About this Major
Please explore our Flexible Health opportunities or the Practical Nursing (LPN) program for fast-track options.
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 (CNA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), students become qualified to work in hospitals and long-term care facilities.
Licensure / Certifications
- CPR/First Aid
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Exam-$150
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle (Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense).
Courses
- Prerequisite: Anatomy & Physiology Required 120 hours
- Clinical Procedures 150 hours
- Administrative Procedures 30 hours
- Medical Assistant Clinical Experience 135 hours
- Pharmacology 80 hours
- Phlebotomy 85 hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Licensure / Certifications
- CPR/First Aid
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Exam-$150
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle (Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense).
Tuition & Fees
N/A
Total Estimated Cost
None
Nurse Aide
About this Major
Please explore our Flexible Health opportunities or the Practical Nursing (LPN) program for fast-track options.
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 groups.
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 the Nurse Aide (NA) certification, students become qualified to work in hospitals and long term care facilities. High school students may also begin working toward pursuing one of our other adult health programs.
Licensure / Certifications
- CPR/First Aid
- Long-Term Care Nurse Aide Certification
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Courses
- Health Careers Core 60 Hours
- CPR & First Aid 15 Hours
- College and Career Readiness in Healthcare 100 Hours
- Medical Terminology 45 Hours
- Anatomy & Physiology 120 Hours
- Nurse Aide 140 Hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Tuition & Fees
- N/A
Licensure / Certifications
- CPR/First Aid
- Long Term Care Nurse Aide Certification
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
- Immunizations for clinical (approximate) - $250.00-$300.00
- Scrubs and Shoes $75
Total Estimated Costs for High School Students
$75.00Program Highlights
