RCC Nursing Programs

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RCC Nursing Programs

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The nursing profession necessitates a profound commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and emotional resilience. Registered nurses play a crucial role in observing and assessing the conditions of their patients, administering prescribed medications and treatments as directed by physicians or nurse practitioners, and collaborating closely with the healthcare team, including physicians and other staff members. Moreover, nurses are responsible for guiding and overseeing nursing support personnel.

In hospital settings, nurses work in specialized units like medical or post-surgical units, or focusing on specific areas such as surgery or intensive care. Additionally, nurses may specialize in caring for distinct patient groups, such as children, the elderly or individuals with disabilities.

RCC Programs	Practical Nursing (PN) Certificate of Completion	LPN/RN Advanced Placement Associate degree	Accelerated Spring Entry Nursing (ADN) Associate degree	Fall Entry Nursing (ADN) Associate degree
Application Period	2026-27 Applications Currently Under Review	March 2-April 15	Under Consideration	2026-27 Applications Currently Under Review
Prerequisite/Preparatory Credit Requirements to apply	Minimum of 28 Nursing prerequisite credits ≥C grades and ≥2.5 nursing prerequisite GPA A&P within 7 years	Minimum of 28 Nursing prerequisite credits ≥C grades and ≥3.0 nursing prerequisite GPA A&P within 7 years	Minimum of 28 Nursing Prerequisites credits ≥C grades and ≥3.0 nursing prerequisite GPA A&P within 7 years	Minimum of 28 Nursing Prerequisites credits ≥C grades and ≥3.0 nursing prerequisite GPA A&P within 7 years
Applicant Criteria	TEAS Score ≥58.7 Essays Selection Points $100 application fee	TEAS Score ≥58.7 Essays Selection Points $100 application fee OSBN PN Licensure by March 1	TEAS Score ≥58.7 Essays Selection Points $100 application fee	TEAS Score ≥58.7 Essays Selection Points $100 application fee
Admitted Student Requirements	American Heart Assoc. BLS Criminal Background Check 10-panel Drug Screen OHA 409.030 Standard Health Professions Student Immunization and Screenings	American Heart Assoc. BLS Criminal Background Check 10-panel Drug Screen OHA 409.030 Standard Health Professions Student Immunization and Screenings	American Heart Assoc. BLS Criminal Background Check 10-panel Drug Screen OHA 409.030 Standard Health Professions Student Immunization and Screenings	American Heart Assoc. BLS Criminal Background Check 10-panel Drug Screen OHA 409.030 Standard Health Professions Student Immunization and Screenings
Program Terms	September – June: Fall, Winter, Spring	September – following August (18 months) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Summer terms may be extended by 2 weeks	April – following August (18 months) Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Summer terms may be extended by 2 weeks	September – following June (2 years) Fall, Winter, Spring, Fall, Winter, Spring
Certificate or Degree	Practical Nursing Certificate	Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ADN)	Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ADN)	Associate of Science Degree in Nursing

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