Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences Nursing Program Review

Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences (TCNHS) is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. With a focus on nursing and related healthcare programs, the college is small with just over 200 students. Set in the small community of Rock Island in the state of Illinois, the college offers 2 and 4 year degree programs. Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences was founded in 1898 as Moline Public Hospital School of Nursing. It has thus been present in the Quad Cities area for over a century. The college is part of the Iowa health System (IHS).

Over the years, the school and 3 other colleges combined to offer nursing and other allied health programs. The college is next to and has an affiliation with Trinity Regional Health System which both trains students and employs graduates of Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Nursing Programs

The ASN program at Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredits the BSN program. Nursing programs at Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences focus on educating full competent nurses that can provide holistic patient care.

Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences Undergraduate Nursing Programs

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Program

The ASN program prepares nurses to provide care for individuals throughout the life span. Upon completion of the program, students will receive an ASN degree and are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN National Council for Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses become a certified RN. The ASN nursing Program can be completed in 2 years.

LPN to RN (Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse)

LPNs seeking to earn an ASN and become RNs are eligible to apply for the LPN/ASN Advanced Placement Program at Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Admission to the program is competitive and based on education, nursing experience, and GPA in past nursing education. Admission criteria include an LPN license, graduation from an LPN program within the past 6 months or LPN work experience in the past two years, a 2.75 GPA and a “C” or better in general education courses.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program

The BSN programs at Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences prepare graduates to be not only nursing health care providers but also for leadership roles in the healthcare setting. Three unique program tracks are available depending on the nurse’s current educational preparation.

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSNA)

Students with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing should enroll in the BSNA program. This program will prepare nurses with the skills and training necessary to earn the BSN and take the NCLEX-RN. The program is full-time and be completed in less than 1.5 years (about 15 months). Students applying to the BSNA nursing program should note that it starts in summer.

The Basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSNB)

Students who have completed general education and nursing pre-requisites can apply to the BSNB program for students without prior nursing work experience or education. The program also prepares students to take the NCLEX-RN and earn a BSN upon completion. The program is offered full-time and can be completed in approximately 2 years.

The Completion Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSNC)

LPNs and RNs who have completed an ASN or ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) or diploma program can enroll in the BSNC program. The program is designed to work with the working nurse’s schedule and online components, such as orientation, are part of the program. Students can complete this program in 2 years on a full-time basis, though a part-time option is offered.

Contact:
Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences
2125 25th Avenue
Rock Island, IL 61201

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