Nursing
About the Nursing Program
The Nursing program provides a comprehensive education that will help you launch a career in health care. The program’s innovative approach to nursing education is designed to help you succeed as a professional in the health care area of your choice. The program features small class sizes, state-of-the-art learning labs, and clinical experiences in a variety of health care settings.
LWTech's Nursing program offers an Associated in Applied Science Transfer (AAS-T) degree in Nursing and Nursing Assistant Certificate of Completion (CNA).
The Nursing AAS-T degree prepares students who are highly educated, technically advanced, competent and caring individuals to practice professional nursing in a variety of settings and participate in lifelong learning. LWTech admits a diverse group of students, representing men and women, all ethnicities, and both immigrant and native born individuals. Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX). 92.2% of those admitted complete the program and more than 90% pass the NCLEX-RN licensing examination on their first attempt. In addition, it may prepare students interested in pursuing a degree at the baccalaureate level.
To learn more visit the Nursing Advising and Admission Information webpage.
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program is a comprehensive program designed to prepare graduates to pass the NNAAP State Exam and obtain employment in the healthcare industry as competent members of healthcare teams.
Additional Nursing Program Information
Supported certificate(s):
I-BEST Support in Accounting
Discover the advantages of I-BEST support for students pursuing the Nursing Assistant Certificate of Completion. Our comprehensive program provides in-class assistance in various areas, including writing, math, notetaking, presentation skills, study techniques, and career readiness.
What is I-BEST?
At LWTech, I-BEST classes are uniquely structured with TWO instructors in ONE classroom. One instructor is a Professional-Technical or General Education faculty member, while the other specializes in Adult Basic Education (ABE) or English Language Learning (ELL). This collaborative approach ensures that I-BEST students receive exceptional attention and support throughout their classes. With this additional academic assistance, our I-BEST classes yield remarkable student success rates, allowing them to commence their certificate programs earlier, complete their degrees faster, and acquire the necessary education for pursuing their desired careers.
To discover more about I-BEST and connect with a knowledgeable advisor, please visit our dedicated I-BEST webpage.
- Entry into the Nursing program requires completion of LWTech's general online application.
- In addition, students applying to the Nursing AAS-T program are selected on a competitive basis called Selective Admission. This program has additional application and qualification requirements with application deadlines unique to the program. Prerequisites must be completed prior to applying for admission to the Nursing AAS-T program.
AAS-T Prerequisites
All prospective students are required to complete the required prerequisites prior to applying for admission to the Nursing AAS-T program.
AAS-T Application
Admission Deadline
Fall Quarter
July 12, 2023
Winter Quarter
October 16, 2023
Spring Quarter
January 22, 2024
Financial Aid Priority Deadline
N/A
Entry Dates
- Fall Quarter
- Winter Quarter
- Spring Quarter
Additional Application Information
- Nursing Advising Webpage - You MUST read through the Nursing Advising page before applying.
- 2023-2024 Supporting Information Packet
Nursing Application Questions?
Contact nursing@lwtech.edu only after you have reviewed mandatory application information links above
If you have not already taken classes at Lake Washington Institute of Technology, you must fill out the online admissions application to receive a Student ID number and an LWTech issued email address. You will not be able to fill out the Nursing AAS-T application without completing this step.
Admitted Students
All students accepted into the nursing program are required to attend a mandatory nursing orientation. No exceptions will be made. Failure to attend the mandatory orientation will result in the student's withdrawal from the nursing cohort.
Students Not Admitted
Next Steps in Reaching your Healthcare Career Goals Workshop
- When: TBA
- Where: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
- Email: Nursing@lwtech.edu for the link to the session
This session is tailored to prospective students who applied to the LWTech Nursing AAS-T program and were not accepted. This session will focus on assisting candidates with understanding the admission data, the reapplication process, alternative healthcare careers, and will also provide Q&A time with an advisor.
Additional Admission Considerations
- International Students Apply via Office of International Programs & Global Education
- Adult Education: Basic Education for Adults (BEdA)
- New to Washington State: Learn more about determining residency status
- Justice Involved: Re-Entry Support for Students Who Have Been Justice Involved
- Undocumented citizens: See the residency affidavit and visit the undocumented students page for more information.
Not Sure Where to Start?
- Entry into the Nursing program requires completion of LWTech's general online application.
- For Nursing Assistant Admissions and Registration Information, please visit the Nursing Assistant Page.
Applications are not being accepted at this time for RN Admissions for Working LPNs.
Additional Admission Considerations
- International Students Apply via Office of International Programs & Global Education
- Adult Education: Basic Education for Adults (BEdA)
- New to Washington State: Learn more about determining residency status
- Justice Involved: Re-Entry Support for Students Who Have Been Justice Involved
- Undocumented citizens: See the residency affidavit and visit the undocumented students page for more information.
Not Sure Where to Start?
AAS-T Information Session and Advising
The Nursing Advising page includes an information session as well as other vital information that students must know prior to applying to the Nursing program.
Nursing Assistant Certificate of Completion (CNA) Information Sessions
For Nursing Assistant Admissions and Registration Information, please visit the Nursing Assistant Page
Applications are not being accepted at this time for RN Admissions for Working LPNs.
LWTech Information Sessions
Not sure what program you want to apply to? Check out LWTech's general information sessions and weekly tours by going to LWTech.edu/Visit.
Accreditation
The Associate Degree nursing program at Lake Washington Institute of Technology at the Kirkland Campus located in Kirkland, WA 98034 is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326. (404) 975-5000
The Board of Commissioners granted continuing accreditation to the associate nursing program and scheduled for the next evaluation visit for Fall 2028.
Washington State Nursing Commission approved.
To be eligible for employment, graduates must also take and pass the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX).
LWTech has not made a determination that the Nursing curriculum meets educational requirements for licensure/certification outside of Washington State. We encourage students who plan to work out-of-state to check relevant local licensure/certification requirements.
Explore Careers and Paths in Nursing
To learn more about transferring to another college or university, please visit our Transferring from LWTech page.
