Nursing DTA/MRP Curriculum 

DTA/MRP (Direct Transfer Agreement/Major Related Program)

New Admission Process Update (revised 2.9.24)

Tacoma Community College’s Nursing program is committed to reducing barriers for students to earn a nursing degree and is still developing a more equitable and holistic admission process. We thank you for your patience as we navigate this complex process. All future updates will be placed on this website once they have been finalized and implemented.

We have are very pleased to announce that beginning with the next application cycle, starting on June 1, 2024:

  • The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam will NO LONGER be required for admission to the traditional RN and the LPN to RN programs.
  • The CNA (NAC) certified nursing assistant credential will NO LONGER be required for admission to the traditional RN program.
  • Please note that applicants with specific healthcare experience and/or credentials (such as CNA/NAC, MA, EMT, RT, etc.) may receive additional points in the new scoring system, however the CNA/NAC credential is no longer mandatory.
  • Retakes or repeats for ANY pre-requisite course will NO LONGER carry a penalty such as deduction of points in the new scoring system. There continues to be no time limit on the age of prerequisite courses.
  • No changes will be made to the current required prerequisite courses and required grades.

Revision of the new scoring system and our final admission process are still in process, so we ask your continual patience as we develop a more equitable admission process.

Jillian T. Edwards, DNP, MN, BSN, ARNP, FNP-BC, RN
Associate Dean of Nursing
Tacoma Community College

 

About

The Associate in Nursing Degree (DTA/MRP) is a three-year program designed for students who complete their prerequisites and nursing training at the community college level. If they choose, they may then transfer to a University to complete the last 45 credits to earn a Bachelors in Science in Nursing (BSN). Upon completion of the DTA/MRP, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Registered Nursing.

Note: TCC offers a Pre-Nursing transfer degree, which is different from the DTA/MRP degree. Learn more about the Associate of Pre-Nursing transfer degree option.

 

DTA/MRP Schedule Options

General Degree Option

Associate of Nursing Degree (DTA/MRP)

This is a good option for those students who work less than 20 hours per week. Entry into the full-time program occurs in fall, winter and spring quarters. The full-time degree takes three years to complete, and students may complete one more full-time year at a four-year college to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

LPN to RN (Advanced Standing) Option

Associate of Nursing Degree (DTA/MRP)

Licensed Practical Nurses desiring to become Registered Nurses may apply for advanced standing in the program once a year with a Winter quarter start. The LPN to RN courses are taught in a four-quarter sequence graduating in Fall.

Associate of Nursing Degree (DTA/MRP)

Courses required to complete the Associate of Nursing Degree

 

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Nursing Degree (DTA/MRP), students will:

  1. Provide patient-centered care for diverse groups in the community across the lifespan in a manner that is holistic, caring, and demonstrates advocacy.
  2. Demonstrate professionalism in the following ways:
    1. Demonstrate skill in organization, prioritization, collaboration, delegation, and supervision
    2. Function ethically and legally within the standards and competencies of local, state, and national regulatory agencies and professional organizations
    3. Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning
    4. Demonstrate humility by participation in evaluation, self care, and self reflection
    5. Utilize quality improvement processes including responsible use of resources.
  3. Demonstrate competency in core nursing principles by being able to:
    1. Be prepared to pass NCLEX and be employable as an entry level generalist RN
    2. Apply strong critical thinking and clinical judgment skills, using evidence-based practice to make clinical decisions
    3. Efficiently use nursing process for care delivery
    4. Demonstrate basic competency in nursing skills
    5. Apply safety principles and national safety standards
    6. Effectively use healthcare related information and technology.
  4. Communicate effectively with individuals and groups in a respectful, professional manner, using both verbal and written formats.