Associate of Applied Science

Capitalize on your training in emergency medical services as a pathway to an associate degree in nursing. Central Ohio Technical College offers a four-semester transition degree option for certified paramedics to complete the education they need to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam and become registered nurses (RNs). COTC graduates of the paramedic to ADN program are prepared to function in beginning staff-level RN positions in a variety of healthcare facilities and are also prepared to continue their education if they choose to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

The paramedic to ADN transition degree program is offered exclusively at the Pataskala campus.

Benefits of the program:

Carefully planned clinical and skills-laboratory experiences are an integral part of all nursing programs at COTC, and encompass caring for persons in various age groups who need nursing care for a variety of reasons.
The curriculum provides a balance of general education and nursing courses and has been developed to provide a strong foundation for academic progression in nursing.
The pre-licensure nursing programs at COTC prepare graduates to continue their education and pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

License/Credentialing Eligibility

Graduates are awarded an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing and are eligible to take the licensing exam, National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), to become registered nurses (RNs).

Continued Education Options

Most of the places you’ll work will offer courses that keep your skills sharp and your knowledge up to date!
If you want to go further, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is the best choice. A BSN degree is the stepping stone to many opportunities and top positions.
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), available at COTC or at partner colleges, will earn you more responsibilities and more opportunities.

Career Options

Nursing is a dynamic profession, one with multiple opportunities in a variety of healthcare settings. An RN may choose to work in long-term care and assisted-living facilities, industrial settings, medical offices, private homes, or acute care hospitals.

Salaries average between $54,000 and $88,000 depending on specialty and state of practice.

Demand for ADN jobs is expected to increase 15% by 2026.