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Turn your compassion into a rewarding career.

It's Your Turn!

Get on the road to a better job, better pay, and better future.

You've got a demanding life. Demands on your time. On your money. On your attention. 

Don't sacrifice on your college dreams because of life. Change the world by starting with yourself.

Our nursing programs will get you where you want to go.

Earn your degree tuition-free

Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to open doors to cash for college.

• Pell grants
• State grants
• SCC Foundation scholarships
• Most Iowa residents qualify for Last-Dollar Scholarship

Get paid to go to school.

Nursing students qualify for a grant of up to $9,000 from the Great River Health Foundation just for being in the program.

Iowa residents in the licensed practical nursing program (PN) can receive up to $2,500; for non-residents, that amount is $3,000.

Iowa residents earning their associate degree in nursing (ADN) can receive up to $4,000; non-residents may receive $6,000.

We're here for you

Nursing school is hard, but we’ve got you covered with personalized assistance so you’ll never be alone when the going gets tough.

• Dedicated student success advocate
• Specialized nursing tutor

Schedule a face-to-face meeting, phone call, or videochat - you pick.

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Not sure college is right for you? Afraid responsibilities and other parts of your life will keep you from succeeding? Dean and Tamika had doubts, too. Hear what it took for them to make their decision and how SCC helped them find their path to success.

Dean Vantiger Nursing Grad	Tamika Miller, Nursing Grad & Instructor

Not sure college is right for you? Afraid responsibilities and other parts of your life will keep you from succeeding? Dean and Tamika had doubts, too. Hear what it took for them to make their decision and how SCC helped them find their path to success.

Nursing Facilities	Simulated Patient Lab

FAQ

HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAM?

• You can earn your licensed practical nursing (PN) diploma in one year.
• The associate degree in nursing (ADN) is a two year program.

CAN I TAKE NURSING CLASSES PART TIME?

• You can take all pre-requisite classes part time. However, the program requires a full-time class load.

WHEN CAN I TAKE NURSING CLASSES?

• SCC makes it easy for you to go to nursing school. We offer daytime and evening classes to help you work around your schedule.

CAN I TAKE CLASSES AS A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT?

• Sure! High school students can take all prep classes as concurrent enrollment. Talk to your counselor for info.

I USED TO BE A CNA, BUT MY LICENSE EXPIRED. DO I HAVE TO RETAKE THE CLASS?

• No. However, you will have to take a refresher course and re-test to get your license again. We’ll help you through the process.

HOW CAN I AFFORD COLLEGE?

• The Great River Health Foundation offers grants to nursing students each semester to help tackle you financial worries.
• Many Iowa residents qualify for the Last-Dollar Scholarship, which covers the cost of tuition for the nursing program after any other scholarships
  are applied.
• All students are eligible for scholarships through the SCC Foundation, slashing the cost of tuition by hundreds, or even thousands.

HOW DO I FILL OUT THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)?

• Fill out the FAFSA at fafsa.gov, or let us help you!
• Make an appointment with our educational outreach advisor at (319) 208-5026.

CAN I TRANSFER PRE-REQUISITE CLASSES?

• Most pre-requisite courses do transfer, but it is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Get info from your admissions recruiter.

WHAT ARE CLINICALS?

• Nursing clinicals are experiences in actual healthcare settings where students practice nursing skills under the direction of a registered nurse or nursing educator.
• You can participate in clinicals in long-term care facilities, hospitals, home health agencies, and clinics nearest the campus they are attending. There are a wide range of experiences that each offers.   

I’M GOING FOR MY BSN. CAN I TRANSFER AFTER SCC?

• Yes! SCC has agreements with a number of great nursing schools, including Iowa Wesleyan University, the University of Iowa, and Mount
  Mercy. 

CAN I LIVE ON CAMPUS?

• Yes! You can call the Blackhawk Towers in West Burlington “home” while you earn your degree, or opt to live in our Keokuk apartments.

IF I GO TO SCHOOL IN IOWA, WILL I BE ABLE TO WORK IN OTHER STATES?

• Once you obtain licensure you are eligible to work in any state. Some states have compact agreements, while others require a single license.
  It is best to check the licensure requirements of each state.

Questions? Contact us.

SCC is proud to partner with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center to train the next generation of health professionals.