PRE-NURSING

Deerfield, IL

WHY STUDY PRE-NURSING AT TIU?

As a nurse, being well-rounded in your training will make you stand out in your skills and care for others. At TIU, you will have the opportunity to not only take your core nursing courses, but also delve into biblical studies, psychology, and philosophy. Once you complete your program, you will be prepared not only for more advanced studies but also to put your skills to use in ministry or on the mission field.

WHERE YOU STUDY MATTERS

Trinity is located in a peaceful wooded setting, just 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. This prime location offers some of the nation’s best school districts, a variety of ministry organizations, and 12 Fortune 500 companies within 12 miles of campus to apply practically what you are learning in the classroom. In addition, Trinity is close to many coffee shops, restaurants, cultural experiences, and recreational activities when you need a break from the books!

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO EARN MY DEGREE?

Most Pre-Nursing students complete their degrees in 2 years. Requirements total 64 hours. This includes 31 hours of science and mathematics, 12 hours of social sciences, 9 hours of humanities, 9 hours of biblical studies, and 3 hours of supporting courses. This is a recommended two-year program for students transferring to a Bachelor of Science nursing program at another institution.

DID YOU KNOW?

Trinity is home to the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity, which will provide you the opportunity to interact with difficult issues related to bioethics through specialized coursework and attending seminars and lectures hosted by the center.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

The pre-nursing program is a recommended two-year program for students transferring to a Bachelor of Science nursing program at another institution. During your two years at Trinity, you will lay a solid foundation for nursing with courses in biology and human anatomy, psychology and human development as well as critical thinking, writing and biblical studies.

PERSONAL. PRACTICAL. BIBLICAL.

At Trinity, you’ll be equipped to think critically and biblically in every area of life as you are challenged to apply your faith to your coursework and classroom conversations. And instead of approaching general education as a checklist of courses to be completed, Trinity’s distinctive educational approach gives you the freedom to choose courses that are most interesting and relevant to you. Working closely with your faculty advisor, you can select from electives to enhance your major, apply toward a minor, create a double major, or simply experience something new. The choices are yours! All along the way, you’ll be cared for and supported, ensuring that you make the most of your college experience.

COURSEWORK:

Requirements total 64 hours. This includes 31 hours of science and mathematics, 12 hours of social sciences, 9 hours of humanities, 9 hours of biblical studies, and 3 hours of supporting courses. This is a recommended two-year program for students transferring to a Bachelor of Science nursing program at another institution. In this program, you can take courses such as:

• Essentials of Organic Biochemistry
• Introduction to Bioethics
• Microbiology

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