Program Overview
Degrees & Certificates
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- Credits to complete: 135.0
- Estimated program length in quarters: Full Time - 9 | Part Time - Part Time Option Not Available
With fewer than 20 credits, short-term certificate programs generally cover an entry-level
or
specific skill set needed for that industry. Credits earned in these programs may apply
toward a
next-level
certificate or degree. Typically offered in a condensed time period.
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- Credits to complete: 12.0
- Estimated program length in quarters: Full Time - 1
About the Program
Program Mission
The mission and purpose of Seattle Colleges District Associate Degree Nursing Program is to provide quality education for a diverse group of students from a variety of backgrounds and circumstance. The program is based upon the faculty’s belief that graduates of an Associate Degree Nursing Program are prepared as generalists for entry-level practice as Registered Nurses in Washington State’s diverse healthcare settings. As an open-access learning institution, Seattle Central College prepares each student for success in life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged, and dynamic community.
Program Description
Seattle Central College offers an associate degree in nursing for students who wish to become licensed as a registered nurse. The Associate of Nursing DTA/MRP is our on-campuses program that streamlines the academic progression for nursing students seeking entry-level licensure as a registered nurse with the ability to move on to a bachelor’s degree in nursing utilizing the DTA/MRP. Most students take a year of pre-requisite courses prior to entering our two-year program.
Acceptance criteria, estimated tuition, and other costs can be found on the website. Upon successful completion of the Associate of Nursing DTA/MRP, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination for licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Career Opportunities
Every day is different and exciting as a nurse, and you'll work at the forefront of patient care. As a registered nurse, you may pursue careers in a variety of settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Physicians' offices
- Community health clinics
- In-home healthcare agencies
- Nursing care facilities
- Community education
Program Approval & Accreditations
The program is approved by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission.
Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission
310 Israel Rd.
Tumwater, WA 98501
In addition, the program holds continuing accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
404.975.5000 (phone)
acenursing.org
Seattle Central College's Nursing program is intended to meet the educational requirements for licensing/certification in the State of Washington only. Seattle Central College has not determined if the Nursing curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensing/certification in any other state. Additional information about licensure/certification concerns can be found on the NC-SARA webpage. Please contact eLearning with any questions at eLearning@seattlecolleges.edu.
Instructors go above and beyond to make sure we become amazing nurses.
Program lengths are estimates, not guarantees. For the most current program information, please check with the program contact.