Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Public Course

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About the TNCC Course

The Health Care Training Academy is Proud to Present:

Emergency Nurses' Association (ENA):

Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Initial & Renewal Course 8th Edition (new edition)

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4-Year Certificate

DURING COVID19, this program is presented 100% Online via LIVE INSTRUCTOR-LED WEBINAR

You do not have to attend a physical location to take this course. 100% virtual/online. See below for FAQs.

1.5 Day Program

Watch this video for a brief overview of how we run ENA's TNCC or ENPC programs.

The first few minutes of trauma care are critical to achieving better patient outcomes. The ENA’s Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) is widely recognized as the premier course for hospitals and trauma centers worldwide, empowering nurses with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and practical training to provide expert care for trauma patients.

Learn:

Rapid identification of life-threatening injuries
Comprehensive patient assessment
Enhanced intervention for better patient outcomes

Various learning methodologies are incorporated into TNCC, including online, a textbook, interactive lecture, hands-on practice at home, and case-based learning.

Hands-on training at home, using both an individual and a team approach. Psychomotor skill stations — trauma nursing process, airway and ventilation, and trauma interventions — offer you the opportunity to practice the initial assessment's systematic approach in real-life situations.
Online learning: Online modules with links to additional information let you learn at your own pace, apply what you learn and receive immediate feedback, and refer back to information at any time. The modules are a complete case study process — taking you through an entire sequence of care.
Evidence-based content developed by trauma emergency experts. The 24-chapter, comprehensive TNCC Trauma Nursing Core Course Provider Manual, 8th Edition, is a compilation of current trauma nursing standards and a valuable resource for future reference.

Faculty: Fun & Friendly TNCC instructors.

Contact Hours: Issued by ENA

Content Includes:

A systematic, standardized approach utilizing the A-J mnemonic
Trauma care of the pediatric, pregnant, and older adult patients
Initial rapid assessment
Spinal immobilization
Airway management
Opportunity to earn up to 18.3 contact hours.

(Offers four-year verification of your knowledge and skills upon successful completion)

Who should attend? This program is mainly for RNs. If you're an RN working in the ER or want to work in the ER, this program is a MUST!

Note: Non-RNs may attend the course but cannot take the exam or skills testing stations. Those who pass the exam, testing stations, and class are issued a 4-year TNCC certification. In addition, continuing Education Credit will be issued to all attendees who complete the program from ENA.

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Course Manual Contents

Trauma Nursing and the Trauma Nursing Core Course
Spinal Cord and Vertebral Column Trauma
Teamwork and Trauma Care
Musculoskeletal Trauma
Epidemiology
Surface and Burn Trauma
Biomechanics, Kinematics, and Mechanisms of Injury
Special Populations: The Pregnant Trauma Patient
Initial Assessment
Special Populations: The Pediatric Trauma Patient
Airway and Ventilation
Special Populations: The Older Adult Trauma Patient
Shock
Special Populations: The Bariatric Trauma Patient
Pain
Special Populations: The Interpersonal Violence Trauma Patient
Brain, Cranial, and Maxillofacial Trauma
Psychosocial Aspects of Trauma Care
Ocular Trauma
Disaster Management
Thoracic and Neck Trauma
The transition of Care for the Trauma Patient
Abdominal and Pelvic Trauma
Post Resuscitation Care in the Emergency Department
Online Written Exam

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To complete the course, you must:

Obtain and read the TNCC textbook [8th Edition] (available for purchase during registration). You will need this textbook to study for the course; however, you do not need to have the book to begin the ENA's TNCC pre-course modules.
Complete the online pre-course modules (issued after registration) on ENA's website. These must be completed BEFORE attending the live session of the course. You do not need the textbook to start ENA's pre-course modules; we recommend beginning them as soon as your access is granted.
Complete the online lectures and activities via HCTAUSA.org (different from the ENA's modules above) during the course.
Complete and participate in both days of the live session of the course
Pass the Trauma Nursing Process Skills session with a 70% or greater (during your live session)
Pass the online written exam (80% or greater) within 7 days of the course (50 questions, open-book, 2-hour time limit, 2 attempts, random questions).
The TNCC 8th Edition textbook does take approx. 14-21 days for delivery (USA ONLY); if you elect to pick it up from our office, please check that we have the textbook in stock as they sell out very quickly. ENA does offer an eBook for the TNCC program; if your textbook's delivery is not guaranteed, you may want to consider an eBook instead of a print book.

ENA recommends registering 30+ days before the course to prepare for the heavy TNCC content. However, if you're registering within 30 days of the course, you can only proceed by understanding that you run the risk of "failing" the course without sufficient time to prepare. The TNCC written exam is an open-book exam; moreover, many do not succeed with the written exam and course completion if you don't have the current (8th Edition) boon. If you agree to these terms, an eBook maybe your best option, as an eBook access link is usually emailed within 3-5 business days from when you place your eBook order.

Content Includes:

A systematic, standardized approach utilizing the A-J mnemonic
Trauma care of the pediatric, pregnant, and older adult patients
Initial rapid assessment
Spinal immobilization
Airway management
Opportunity to earn up to 18.3 contact hours.

(Offers four-year verification of your knowledge and skills upon successful completion)

Who should attend? This program is mainly for RNs. If you're an RN working in the ER or want to work in the ER, this program is a MUST!

FAQs

ENA Courses: Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What platform do you use for the virtual course?

A: We use the Zoom platform. We HIGHLY recommend that you download zoom on your laptop/desktop computer AND test the audio and video (it is very difficult to take this course via phone or small tablet; hence our recommendation is to use a desktop computer/laptop). It is ideal for testing Zoom on your computer BEFORE the course; those who do not often run into issues at course time. Moreover, as we often see, Zoom technical support does take many days to get back to those who experience issues. Our office cannot provide any technical support for Zoom. Here is a link to test Zoom on your computer. https://zoom.us/test

Q: How do you perform the practical testing for this course?

A: This is by far our number one question for this program, and our answer is often quite surprising and pleasing to many! The physical testing is performed live, via zoom, by displaying a mock patient and equipment over Zoom AND providing you with a testing scenario. The student will then guide the instructor through the scenario, indicating the correct course of assessment and actions for that patient. The student is objectively scored based upon their responses. Although the instructor is not permitted to prompt the student during the testing, we have much success due to the online classroom practice we did from day 1 of the course; following the A-J mnemonic, most students do well and enjoy the relaxed-friendly format (created by our awesome faculty). Additionally, the practice scenarios are very interactive, and often most students feel prepared at test (and patient) time! Remember, we're here to help you succeed in the course, yet you must pre-study the course to get through.

Q: How do I take the written exam for this course?

A: The written exam is done online, after the live portion of the course. After you have passed the practical portion (see above), you are then issued a link to take the written exam. ENA will send this link to you. The great thing is that you will have seven days to begin the exam. (50 questions, multiple-choice, 2-hours to complete, two attempts, 80% to pass). By doing the written exam "outside" of the course, you can focus more on what's needed in the class and reduce any exam-taking stress. Note: the exam is OPEN-BOOK, yet requires study from the course, pre-course modules, textbooks, and practice stations.

Q: I'm a travel nurse, and I'm in a hurry to get my card. How soon can I start my exam and get my card?

A: You can start your exam as soon as your complete the practical testing for the course. Your course director will enter your score to the ENA website; providing you pass the station, they will issue you the written exam. Once you have completed the course, the card will be available, in your account, on ENA's website.

Q: I'm a brand-new nurse. Can I take this course online/via Zoom?

A: Absolutely, but do know this is an intense course. You will need ample time to study for this program.

Q: I do not have any ED experience. Can I take this course?

A: Absolutely, but do know this is an intense course. You will need ample time to study for this program. Moreover, this course is great for those who do not work in a major trauma center (or pediatric ED). This program builds upon basic concepts, and before long, you have developed a sound structured assessment.

Q: How do I receive my card?

A: Upon successful completion (see below for criteria), your card will be issued via ENA.org. The ENA's website is a great resource as it will be available to you online, and no more waiting for a training center to issue your card.

Q: How do I receive my contact hours?

A: Upon completion of the course, the contact hours are issued directly via ENA.org. Upon logging into your account, you will print/reprint copies of your contact hours certificates.

Q: Can I use my textbook for the written exam?

A: Yes, the written exam is an open-book exam, yet do know that that questions are well-written by ENA and require that you have internalized the concepts from the course to answer the questions.

Q: How long after the course do I have to take the exam?

A: You have seven days to take the exam. Those who do not take the exam are marked incomplete (failed) by ENA.

Q: Can you extend my time to take the written exam?

A: Sadly, no. ENA does not permit us to allow any extensions in the period to take your exam. Their rules are pretty strict, yet we encourage you to contact ENA if you have questions about their exam, course modules, etc. (800) 942-0011.

Q: What happens if I fail both attempts of the exam?

A: ENA does not permit another attempt without re-enrolling in another course.

Q: Do you offer other ENA programs?

A: We offer both popular ENA programs (TNCC and ENPC).

Q: Do I need the textbook to start the pre-course modules?

A: No, you don't need the course textbook to start the modules. However, we recommend that you do have it. The ENA sometimes delays the delivery of both the print version of the book or the eBook. Usually, this delay is due to being out of stock of both the eBook or the print book. We, therefore, implore you to begin the online pre-course modules as soon as you gain access to them, as these modules will cover the core portion of the course (The A-J assessment).

Q: I ordered a textbook, and it has not arrived? What can I do?

A: If you ordered an eBook, please check your junk or spam for the ebook email. This email will contain your ebook code and link to access the text. If you ordered a print book and the 21 day delivery time frame has passed, please email support@CardiacEd.com, and we will obtain tracking for you.