Bachelor in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (Bachelor's)

Olympic College organizes courses through Academic Pathways, which guide students toward transfer to a four-year university, continued study at Olympic College, or entry into a career. The college offers 125 academic programs and awards about 2,000 degrees and certificates each year. Healthcare is a major area of study, with pathways ranging from entry-level training to advanced programs in high-demand fields. The Emergency Medical Technician program can be completed in one quarter. Students can also explore technical design, engineering technology, and film through program information sessions and the OC Film School in Bremerton.

Located in Bremerton, Washington, Olympic College provides a supportive setting where faculty and staff know students by name. The college is open-door and welcomes students from all walks of life. Most students complete admissions steps before enrolling, while some programs and services have additional requirements. International students have a dedicated admissions process through International Education, and the Welcome Center provides one-on-one help with applications and enrollment. Academic support includes English as a Second Language, reading and writing development, and Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training. Students can also find funding guidance, including scholarships awarded annually.

Students study how to promote health and care for sick, disabled, infirmed, and other individuals or groups. They learn medication administration, treatments, help during examinations, and health maintenance education.

This field prepares people for registered nursing work. They may care for patients, assist physicians, and refer patients to physicians and other health care specialists.

For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.