Pre-Nursing
About Pre-Nursing
The Pre-Nursing program at Independence Community College is designed for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and enter the field of professional nursing. This curriculum provides a strong foundation in general education and the sciences including anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and microbiology, along with essential skills in communication, psychology, and mathematics.
Because nursing program requirements can vary by institution, students are strongly encouraged to consult the catalog of the college or university to which they plan to transfer to ensure all credits will be accepted. ICC’s Pre-Nursing pathway equips students with the coursework and academic readiness needed for successful transition into competitive BSN programs across the region.
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Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the human body systems, including gross anatomy, physiological processes, and the biochemical foundations of these processes.
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Successfully communicate medical and health-related topics with people inside and outside of the medical field (both written and verbal) and perform appropriate administrative tasks required to record and track patient data.
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Evaluate another person’s personal health and wellness and advise on best practices.
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Successfully perform technical skills related to safely handling infectious materials, minimizing contamination of human biomedical samples, maintaining sterile spaces, viewing samples with microscopes, identifying histological samples, and safe chemical handling
Explore the Degree Map to see how you can complete your degree in just two years.
Common Work Environments
• Hospitals and clinics• Public health agencies
• Nursing homes and long-term care facilities
• Home health organizations
• Schools and universities
• Government or military healthcare systems