Nursing
This program is designed to give you the skills and knowledge to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation.
This program is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to seek RN licensure, enter the workforce immediately after graduation, and prepare you for successful transfer to a bachelor of science in nursing program.
What You'll Learn
Delivery of professional and compassionate nursing care to patients, families, and the community across a variety of settings.
Step into an in-demand profession prepared to deliver real impact. This program educates you in the holistic nursing care of diverse patients. With a focus on critical thinking and clinical judgment, you will learn the knowledge and skills necessary for licensure and immediate entry into nursing roles. Graduates apply both hands-on experience and critical thinking skills to thrive in any health care environment, and as stepping stones to further education.
Flexible Start Times
Fall and Spring start times are available for the nursing program! Fall start times run each year and have both day and evening options. Spring start times run every other year with an evening only format.
LPN Advanced Placement
Current LPNs are eligible to start this program in their 2nd or 3rd semester depending on individual credit evaluation.
Where You’ll Go
Registered Nurses
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Salary information presented are estimates and can be different for each individual based on education, experience, and the specific employer. Labor market data is based on 2021 estimates derived from Lightcast (Career Coach | Lightcast)
The careers listed above are just a starting point. Our programs mix together important concepts and hands-on skills—but that doesn’t mean your future has to follow the same script. Find out more at Career Exploration & Support.
Program Requirements
To Apply [ Nursing Admission Requirements ]
To Graduate [ 65 credits + 2.0 GPA or higher ]
Additional Notes:
- A minimum grade of "C" (75 percent) in theory and "S" (Satisfactory) in clinical in each nursing (NURS) course is required to earn a degree in Nursing.
- A "C" or better grade is required in all courses. All courses in the first two semesters must be completed before a student may take NURS208 and NURS225.
- To be eligible for admission to the Nursing program, students must have math placement or prior math coursework that meets the pre-requisite for Anatomy and Physiology.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Minimum Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL101 AND CHEM101 | Principles of Biology I AND Principles of Chemistry I | 3 + 4 | C |
| or BIOL104 | General Biology I | 4 | C |
| or BIOL104H | General Biology I Honors | 4 | C |
| ENGL098 | Accelerated Writing Skills for ENGL 100 | 3 | C |
| ENGL100 | Academic Writing I | 3 | C |
| GENERIC | To be eligible for admission to the Nursing program, students must have math placement or prior math coursework that meets the pre-requisite for Anatomy and Physiology. | C | |
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Minimum Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL131 | Princ of Human Anatomy & Physiolo I | 4 | C |
| or BIOL201 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 | C |
| ENGL101 | Academic Writing II | 3 | C |
| or ENGL101H | Academic Writing II-Honors | 3 | C |
| NURS110 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 7 | C |
| PSYC103 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | C |
| or PSYC103H | Introduction to Psychology-Honors | 3 | C |
| or GENERIC | A 200-level or higher course in the same discipline may be substituted without a waiver. | C |
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Minimum Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL132 | Princ of Human Anatomy & Physiolo II | 4 | C |
| or BIOL202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 | C |
| NURS120 | Critical Thinking Medic Surgical Nursing | 9 | C |
| SOCI101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | C |
| or SOCI101H | Introduction to Sociology-Honors | 3 | C |
| or GENERIC | A 200-level or higher course in the same discipline may be substituted without a waiver. | C |
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Minimum Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| NURS208 | Art & Sci of Nursing Across the Lifespan | 10 | C |
| NURS241 | Pharmacology for Nurses & Allied Hlth Pr | 3 | C |
| SUNY GE #3 Mathematics | Mathematics | 3 - 4 | C |
| or GENERIC | MATH200 Statistics is recommended. | C |
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Minimum Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL112 | Essentials of Medical Microbiology | 3 | C |
| or BIOL216 | General Microbiology | 4 | C |
| or BIOL216H | General Microbiology-Honors | 4 | C |
| NURS225 | Prof Practice & Complex Nursing Care | 10 | C |
| ENGL210 | Intercultural Communication | 3 | C |
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The TC3’s nursing degree program is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
404.975.5000
NY State Education Department
Office of the Professions
Division of Professional Licensing Services
Nurse Unit
89 Washington Ave
Albany, NY 12234-1000
518.474.3817
HESC code: 006788
Amazing opportunity for TC3 Nursing students!
TC3 Nursing students can apply for the Nursing Scholars programs at our partnered health systems.
Through these programs, eligible students may receive up to $40,000 toward the cost of their educational loans. After graduation, selected and approved Scholars will transition into a full-time nursing role with the health system with an employment commitment of 2 to 3 years.
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Real-world Outcomes
Job Placement Rate
Calendar Year 2025
50/61 responses
NCLEX First-time Pass Rate
2024 Aggregate
LPN: 100%
Program Completion Rate
2024-2025 Aggregate
Generic: 68.3%
LPN: 70%