Nursing Programs

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) represent an essential part of the patient-care team. In assisting the medical staff, CNAs provide physical care for patients and emotional and spiritual support, truly making a difference in the lives of patients and families. CNAs are also the eyes and ears of the clinical staff, observing their patients carefully and ensuring the healthcare team knows of any changes.

The Nursing Program prepares individuals to become Practical Nurses (PN). The program is designed for students who are currently working in healthcare. Students will apply their theoretical knowledge during laboratory experiences on campus one to two days per week and during clinical experiences caring for patients in long-term care facilities, acute care hospitals, and community agencies.

You can start your path to a career as a registered nurse (RN) completing the first two years of a bachelor degree in registered nursing (BSN) and earning our pre-nursing associate degree. With a pre-nursing associate degree, you can apply to accredited colleges and universities in Washington state where your pre-nursing associate degree will transfer your credits, or the Edmonds College LPN program.

Our Associate in Nursing Direct Transfer Agreement (AN DTA) program—also known as an LPN to RN Bridge Program—is your next step in becoming a Registered Nurse (RN) and working towards a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). You will receive an Associate's Degree in Nursing and will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN and be licensed to practice as an RN. With our Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA), you can then easily transfer your associate degree directly to a bachelor's program at a four-year institution in Washington State.