Pre-Nursing

Overview

The primary purpose of this program is to prepare students for admission to the Utqiaġvik cohort for the Associate of Science degree in the Alaska Pacific University Nursing program. Students considering pursuing a nursing program at another institution should consult with the Allied Health Coordinator to ensure that the Certificate requirements align with the program of their choice. The program can also serve as a foundation for the Allied Health degree.

Admission into Nursing Program

All courses below must have been completed within the last 10 years prior to submission of the application and students must have received a grade of “C” or better in the course. The Certificate courses are prerequisites to successful application; however, they do not guarantee admission into the Nursing Program.

For more information regarding the entire admissions process, students should consult with the Allied Health Coordinator. 

Explore Careers in Nursing

Nursing is a profession within the health care field that focuses on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life. Depending upon personal interests, the nursing career path offers many options, some of which are listed below:

• Cardiac Nurse
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
• Critical Care Nurse
• ER Nurse
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Forensic Nurse
• Geriatric Nursing
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Mental Health Nurse
• Neonatal Nurse
• Nurse Educator
• Nurse Practitioner
• Oncology Nurse
• Orthopedic Nurse
• Pediatric Nurse
• Perioperative Nurse (Surgical/OR Nurse)
• Public Health Nurse
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Travel Nurse

Learn more about nursing careers here.