Mesa Community College MaricopaNursing

Mesa Community College was established in 1963 as an extension branch of Phoenix College and became a separate institution in 1965. Around 330 students enrolled in classes for the first semester. Today, MCC is the largest of the 10 community colleges located in the Maricopa County Community College District. Average annual enrollment exceeds 25,000 students. MCC has two campuses, along with several additional locations. The main campuses are in the northeast and southwest areas of Mesa, Arizona. There are currently more than 200 degrees and certificate programs available to students. To better serve the modern need for flexibility, MCC provides both traditional and online courses.

Mesa Community College offers several programs for obtaining an associate degree and certificate in nursing. This includes an Associate in Applied Science for nursing. Additional programs include certificates of completion for nurse assisting and nursing refresher. A variety of course schedules are available, with both online and full-time options available for students. Students that attend the nursing programs at MCC will receive clinical experience in various outpatient and inpatient settings. Hands-on training is provided at local health facilities. MCC recommends that students interested in their nursing programs attend an information session to discuss enrollment and provide academic advising.