Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Location: PCC-West Campus, Tucson, AZ
FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION CONTACT: 520-206-6710
A. Course Objective
Description:
Get comprehensive education and practical experience in nursing, and prepare to become licensed as a registered nurse.
Competencies to be achieved:
Upon successful completion of the PCC Nursing AAS program, the learner will be able to:
• Communication – Interact effectively with patients, families, and colleagues to enhance patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
• Teamwork and Collaboration – Function effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care (adapted from QSEN, 2013).
• Professionalism – Demonstrate accountability for the delivery of care that is consistent with moral, altruistic, legal, ethical, regulatory, and humanistic principles as described in the Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Safety – Minimize risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance (adapted from QSEN, 2013)
B. Total Cost of Program $16,082.29 (include all costs to student including testing, licensure) Student required to pay Differential In-State tuition costs (See: https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/costs/differential-tuition.html Differential B)
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): Taylor, Fundamentals 9e CoursePoint ISBN-9781975123185
Karch, Pharm 8e CoursePoint ISBN-9781975129774
Hinkle, Med-Surg 14e CoursePoint+ ISBN-9781975124502
Videbeck, Mental Health 8e CoursePoint+ ISBN-9781975134112
Lynn, Skills 5e CoursePoint ISBN-9781975135041
Ricci/Kyle, OB-Peds 3e CoursePoint+ ISBN-9781975131531
Stegen, Nursing Today 11e CoursePoint ISBN-9781975131968
Buchholz Med-Math 9e CoursePoint ISBN-9781975154639
LWW, DocuCare EHR ISBN-9781451187205
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Stethoscope, Bandage Scissors, Hemostat, Watch with second hand, Uniform, I.D. Badges
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653
F. Direct Website link to the program; https://www.pima.edu/programs-courses/credit-programs-degrees/health-professions/nursing/nursing-aas.html
G.
Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Fingerprinting and criminal background information may be a part of many state and federal licensing and certification processes.
• A fingerprint clearance card may be required for County funding approval.
Other requirements needed: Students are required to attend a Nursing program Information Session before seeing a Student Services Center advisor about entering this program.
These sessions provide important information about program eligibility, requirements, costs and more.
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/paying-your-bill/refunds/
Student Grievance Policy: https://www.pima.edu/current-students/complaint-processes/
I.
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No:
Yes, The National League of Nursing and American Nurses Association
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Pursue a bachelor’s degree in nursing at a university. See program advisor.
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Training is recognized in other geographic areas.
• Accredited Curriculum:
(This is referring to the course being accredited,
not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes, Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: https://www.acenursing.org/
J. Credential Attainment Rate: 92 % of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
61
Entrance Requirements
Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Pima Community College-West Campus
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Type of Attainment:
Associate Degree;
Name of Credential
Nursing - AAS degree
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing,
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,293.29 Course Access Materials
Testing/Exam Fees
$550.00 Professional License, Certificate, or First Professional Credential
In-State Tuition
$10,837.50 Differential Tuition, Pay B In State
Other Fees
$1,899.00 Course Fees, Drug Screening, Fingerprint Clearance Card, Background Check
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$16,606.50 Differential Tuition, Pay B Out of State
Registration Fee
$502.50 Ea Sem $15 + Stud Serv & Tech Fee ea crd $3; $2.50
Total In-State Program Cost
$16,082.29
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$21,851.29
