About the Nursing Program
MaricopaNursing is offered at Scottsdale Community College. Housed in the Health and Sciences Building (HES), MaricopaNursing at SCC is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Current nursing program options at SCC are:
- 4-semester traditional Registered Nurse (RN) option where classes are offered within traditional semesters, starting every January (Spring semester) and August (Fall semester).
- The Registered Nurse (RN) program allows students to pursue an AAS degree in nursing, giving them the eligibility to apply for licensure as an RN and equipping them with the skills and education to deliver care in a variety of healthcare settings.
The SCC Advisement Center offers support and guidance to students preparing to apply to the Nursing program. Online information sessions are offered monthly, and meetings with an academic advisor can be scheduled online to discuss application and prerequisite class requirements. Visit Nursing Advisement for additional information.
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Nursing Program is approved by the:
- Arizona State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN),
- 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326
- (404) 975-5000;
- email: info@acennursing.org.
Eligibility for Licensing
Students successfully completing all requirements for the Applied Associates degree in Nursing are eligible to apply for licensure. Licensing fees and requirements are determined by and are the sole responsibility of the State Board of Nursing. For all questions about eligibility for licensure and the documents required showing eligibility, visit the website of the Arizona State Board of Nursing at http://www.azbn.gov.
