Nursing education at Monroe County Community College provides students with an exemplary opportunity to excel as a nurse. The college offers both Associate in Science and Practical Nursing Degree programs, which are designed to produce highly-qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) with the skills necessary to provide quality patient care. The college's nursing curriculum is crafted to ensure that students develop an understanding of the principles and theoretical foundations of nursing, including pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and health assessment. In addition, students gain hands-on experiences in clinical settings and simulations, preparing them for the challenges that come with practicing nursing. Through the college’s various laboratories, students receive real-world experiences that help to prepare them for professional practice. MCCC also helps its students become licensed RNs. The school helps with job placement through its Job Placement Center, available to current students and alumni. The college works with a variety of employers to ensure that its students receive the best possible job opportunities after graduation. The college's nursing faculty are some of the most experienced in the profession. Most faculty members are nationally or internationally certified and have experience working with a diverse population of patients. The faculty understands the importance of providing their students with the skills necessary to become successful nurses, and the college’s staff actively supports student nurses in their studies. Monroe County Community College is committed to excellence in nursing education and to providing its students with the best educational experience possible. Through its quality curricula and highly-experienced faculty, the college strives to ensure that its graduates become effective, caring nurses.