Nurse Prep
Nurses needed!
Turn your compassion into a rewarding career from one of the top nursing programs
in Iowa.
Students in the Nursing Prep Academy take pre-nursing courses that apply towards a
nursing degree.
Where are classes offered?
Classes are held on the West Burlington Campus, Keokuk campus, and participating high schools.
What classes will I take?
Anatomy and Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology II
Certified Nurse Aide
Microbiology
English Composition
Introduction to Psychology
Developmental Psychology, and Introduction to Sociology
How long does it take?
Academy length is two consecutive school years.
How many college credits can I earn?
Students who complete this academy will earn up to 27.5 hours of college credit that can transfer to SCC's nursing program.
What do I get when I complete the academy?
Students who complete this academy can earn their Nurse Aid certificate.
What can I do after high school?
Keep going!
Students who complete this nursing prep academy and meet placement test requirements
will be prepared to start SCC’s LPN program. In one year, they can then begin working
as a licensed practical nurse or
continue their studies to earn their associate degree nursing to become a registered
nurse (RN). They can also transfer to a number of colleges and universities to complete
a bachelor’s of science nursing degree (BSN).
Plan or start your career
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For a complete listing of the classes in this academy, talk to your SCC high school success advocate.
Contact Us
Michael Conrad
High schools served:
Burlington, Notre Dame, VIBE, Mediapolis, and Wapello
(319) 208-5720
mconrad@scciowa.edu
April Gerst
High schools served:
West Burlington, Danville, New London, Ft Madison, Holy Trinity, home school and out-of-state
(319) 208-5277
agerst@scciowa.edu
Abby Herriman
High schools served:
Central Lee, Keokuk, Clark County, home school and out-of-state
(319) 313-1929
aherriman@scciowa.edu
Caili Rodeffer
High schools served:
WACO, Mount Pleasant, Winfield
(319) 208-5007
crodeffer@scciowa.edu