Yes, the following must be submitted to the nursing program on or before the first day of class of entry year and then continuously updated.

1. 1. Evidence of a negative TB status.
2. 2. Proof of current immunity against rubella, measles, mumps, diphtheria tetanus, varicella, and hepatitis-B.
3. 3. Current CPR/healthcare provider.
4. 4. Proof of major medical insurance.

Yes, background checks, finger prints and drug screens are a requirement of some clinical facilities with which TMCC has a contract for nursing student clinical experience. If a student declines or if the background check or drug screen is unsatisfactory to the facility, the student will not be permitted to participate in the clinical portion of the program. Current and prospective students are advised that they will be withdrawn from the program if clinical requirements are not able to be met for any reason. TMCC will not be responsible for obtaining background checks or drug screens and will not receive the results of any background investigations.

Yes, students should apply for scholarships prior to being admitted to the nursing program as the scholarship deadline is March 1. Many scholarships are earmarked for nursing students only and are available through the TMCC financial aid and foundation offices. Apply through TMCC's financial aid office.

Contact the biology department for information on waivers.

Yes, General education support courses should be taken prior to acceptance into the program if at all possible. Students may benefit by completing support courses prior to entering the program, as the time requirements of the program are considerable. The course schedule outlining both nursing and non-nursing courses is located in the TMCC course catalog.

Please contact the nursing program or attend a free TMCC nursing program orientation. Dates are posted on the college's online calendar

The program is accredited through the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The accrediting agency for NLN, maintains information on TMCC's nursing program with regard to tuition, fees and length. NLNAC's contact information is 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta GA 30326. Telephone: 404-975-5000. Students may contact NLNAC directly.

Accepted students must attend a mandatory orientation session prior to the start of the semester of entry into the program. Students will be notified of the date, time and location of the session.

The traditional nursing program spans four semesters, beginning in the fall of each year.

The year-round nursing program spans four semesters beginning when the previous year-round class ends and includes summer semester. Students who are successful graduate in four continuous semesters. Students who apply for the fast-track program must have a degree from an accredited college.

There is no difference between the content and courses in the traditional program and fast track program.

F-1 (and other) Non-immigrant Students

All F-1 students who wish to seek admission to the nursing program must first be enrolled in an associate of arts or associate of science degree program. If the student is accepted to nursing and wishes to have F-1 visa status, new financial documentation must be presented for the nursing program and a new I-20 document must be issued for that program.

For more information, please contact International Student Services.

Nursing program graduates are eligible to apply for licensure in the state of their choice. Each state has specific criteria for licensure eligibility requirements. It is the student's responsibility to contact the state of their choice to ascertain eligibility requirements. Graduation from an accredited program is only one of the requirements and does not mean automatic licensure as a nurse. Graduates should be aware that the State of Nevada licensure application contains five questions, which may impact their ability to obtain licensure in Nevada. These five questions have to do with:

1. revocation, denial or suspension of a license or certificate;
2. conviction of a criminal offense;
3. problems with drug or alcohol use;
4. treatment for mental illness; and
5. physical disability which could impair ability to practice nursing.

For further clarification, students/graduates should contact the Nevada State Board of Nursing.

On completion of the associate of applied science in nursing degree requirements contained in the current course catalog, the student will be eligible to apply to take the state licensure examination leading to practice as a registered nurse.

1. 1. Take BIOL 190 and 190L, BIOL 223, BIOL 224 and BIOL 251 (Anatomy and Physiology I and II and Microbiology) and MATH 120. These must be completed prior to application. An equivalent course from another college is acceptable, but must be approved with a course substitution. See an Academic Advisor for more information. An overall GPA of 3.0 is required for BIOL 223, 224, 251. These three courses also must have been completed within the five years prior to application.
2. 2. Submit official transcripts of all previous college work.
3. 3. Grade point average of 2.75 or better on a 4.0 system on all lower division level college courses.
4. 4.Take the HESI Admission Assessment (A²)
5. 5. Complete course work in Medical Terminology or pass a test on medical terminology, administered at TMCC.
6. 6. Provide evidence of current or past certification as a certified nursing assistant, or a transcript or certificate of completion of a certified nursing assistant course.

The year-round nursing program has been temporarily discontinued due to a decreasing demand for registered nurses in the Northern Nevada area as well as a decreased budget for the college over the recent years. The need for this program will be evaluated periodically and reinstituted when the economy improves and job demand increases.

Students enrolled in the nursing program follow the fee schedule and refund policy described in the current TMCC course catalog. These costs are approximate and subject to change. The approximate cost of the nursing program is posted on the nursing program cost webpage. Current fees are posted on the admissions and records website.

Please view the college's course catalog for the complete list in the program worksheet. The worksheet is available online from the TMCC course catalog.

Teaching of personal care skills and vital signs is not included in the nursing program curriculum. However, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (2008 Practice Analysis, NCSBN) has identified many nursing activities that are required of nurses that incorporate the need for personal care skills. Proficiency with vital signs is a component of certified nursing assistant and other allied health professional training, but personal care is only taught to Certified Nursing Assistants. Such things as intake and output, passive and active range of motion and positioning are incorporated in certified nursing assistant training, and are activities that registered nurses perform as well. Providing end of life care, post mortem care, applying restraints, and protecting clients from falls and injuries are more examples of skills that are required of both certified nursing assistants and registered nurses.

In addition, the use of approved abbreviations and medical terminology is required of certified nursing assistants and registered nurses. Nursing students must be able to read and understand medical records.

TMCC students may also wish to discuss career options with an academic advisor, counselor or career advisor. These free student services are available at four of the college's sites: the Dandini Campus, 7000 Dandini Blvd, in the V. James Eardley Student Services Center; the TMCC Meadowood Center, 5270 Neil Rd.; the TMCC IGT Applied Technology Center, 475 Edison Way; and the TMCC High Tech Center at Redfield at 18600 Wedge Parkway, Building B.