Yes. The Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, Degree (ADN), offered at GTC is the entry level degree for the Nursing profession. An ADN can be completed in two years. The Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) can be completed in four years, or in approximately 12 months after completing an ADN. Advanced degrees, including a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) or a doctorate level degree (PHD or DNP) may vary in timeframe of completion based on track of study.
The license for Registered Nurses is the same, regardless of the educational degree completed. Certifications and additional licensure allow nurses to practice with advanced levels in their scope of practice.
You may want to consider the Patient Care Technician, Certified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Sterile Processing courses, which will improve your score and give you practical experience. One additional consideration is to complete general education courses pursuant to a BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing). If interested in the BSN, you may visit the website section dedicated to BSN Bound options.
Yes. You will need to have a clear criminal background check for the past seven years in order to be eligible for enrollment into clinical. No violent and other significant crimes will be allowed even if they occurred longer than seven years ago.
Yes. Health requirements are discussed in Career Talk and are included in your acceptance packet. A health physical must be submitted, along with proof of immunity to certain communicable diseases, a flu shot and a 2-step PPD (test for TB).
COVID vaccination is not a current requirement for entry. However, Nursing students are eligible to receive the vaccine if they choose. In the event that clinical affiliates mandate a COVID vaccine in the future, students would be required to comply with the mandate for progression through and into the program in order to be eligible to participate in all clinical experiences.
Yes. A negative 10-panel drug screen is required for acceptance into the Nursing program. Negative results are required any time in order to remain in Nursing. Random or for-cause testing may be completed throughout the program.
Yes. CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers, offered by the American Heart Association, is required. Classes are offered as continuing education at Greenville Technical College - visit the American Heart Association training center page or call 864-250-8800 to enroll. You must also ensure your CPR certification is kept current. Certifications are valid for 2 years.
*CPR/BLS completed through any company other than American Heart Association will not be accepted.
Prior to entering the Nursing program, students may be assigned a nursing faculty member or a professional advisor dedicated to the School of Health Sciences. After entering the Nursing clinicals each student will be assigned a Nursing faculty member.
Please see the Self-Service Tool on GTC4me to locate information regarding your assigned advisor's contact information.
In South Carolina, the LLR website contains information regarding information for the Board of Nursing, responsible for regulation and oversight of Nursing licenses.
Visit http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/NURSING/index.asp?file=licensure.htm