TNCC / Trauma Nursing Core Course

Watch this video for a brief overview of how virtual programs are conducted for ENA's TNCC or ENPC programs.

• TNCC is widely recognized as the premier course for hospitals and trauma centers worldwide. It empowers nurses with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and practical training to provide expert care for trauma patients.
• The first few minutes of trauma care are critical to achieving better patient outcomes. TNCC introduces many concepts, especially the A–J mnemonic. During this course, we reinforce the A–J, getting you ready for test time and your trauma patients.
• Before your course date, you will complete ENA's TNCC pre-course modules, setting the tone for much of the course.
• We will practice the A–J mnemonic over our Zoom session (approx. 1.5 days), reinforce essential concepts and lectures, and have fun with the trauma-ready (jeopardy) exam review.
• Our instructors are top-notch, friendly, and educational. We are excited to have you attend this course (albeit via Zoom).

Learn:

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

Various learning methodologies are incorporated into TNCC, including:

• 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, receive immediate feedback, and refer back to information at any time. The modules form a complete case study process — taking you through an entire sequence of care.
• Flipped-classroom method, which engages students and faculty in the content.
• Evidence-based content developed by trauma emergency experts.

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

To complete the course and receive your 4-year, internationally recognized verification as a TNCC provider, you must:

• Obtain and read the TNCC textbook (9th Edition), available for purchase during registration. You will need this textbook to study for the course; however, you do not need it to begin 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.
• During the course, complete the online lectures and activities via HealthCareTrainingAcademy.org (different from ENA's modules above).
• Complete and participate in the entire live session of the course, held via Zoom. (The link to the Zoom session will be located in your account via our website.)
• 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 seven days of the course (50 questions, open-book, 2-hour time limit, two attempts, randomized questions).

ENA recommends registering 30+ days before the course to prepare for the heavy TNCC content. See below for textbook options.

We have over 20 certified TNCC faculty/instructors who teach this course. Each is friendly, fun, and educational. A TNCC Course Director supervises the course.

Our Lead Course Directors:

• Lee Taylor-Vaughan, JD, MSN, APN, CCRN-CSC-CMC, CFRN, CEN, NRP, LNC, PCCN. Lee is a dynamic faculty member who is enthusiastic about his courses and students. With over 20 years of experience, Lee started as a paramedic, became an RN and NP, and later pursued law school. Lee has an extensive ER/ICU background and co-authored Emergency Nursing and Critical Care Nursing textbooks. Lee is eager to help students succeed in this course.
• Lori Kelty, MSN, CEN, CCRN, RN. Lori is an exceptional educator who presents the course with a "hands-on" approach. With over 40 years of nursing experience, Lori covers critical care topics and delivers engaging lectures, including her notable Spinal Lecture.

Course Tuition:

• $365 for ENA Members
• $375 for Non-ENA Members

Textbook:

The 24-chapter, comprehensive TNCC Trauma Nursing Core Course Provider Manual, 9th Edition, is valuable for trauma nursing standards and future reference.

• eBook: $84.00 (emailed within two business days)
• Print: $86.00 (+ shipping/handling)

The prerequisites for this course are as follows:

1. You must obtain the correct version of the textbook.
2. Complete the pre-course modules via ENA's website before the course begins.
3. Hold an active RN license (required to take the exam and skills testing).
4. Ensure access to a stable internet connection.
5. Have the latest version of Zoom installed.
6. Use Google Chrome as your internet browser (Internet Explorer will not work).
7. A desktop or laptop computer is highly recommended.

Contact Hours: Upon program completion, CNE is issued directly by ENA. You can access your contact hours certificate and TNCC eCard in your ENA University account.

ENA awards:

• 19.50 Continuing Nursing Education credits for completing the 1.5-day Full TNCC Provider course
• 13.50 Continuing Nursing Education credits for completing the 1-day Renewal TNCC Provider course

1.5-Day Initial/Expired Course

• Day 1: Zoom session, practice TNP, Q&A, TraumaReady, lectures (approx. 6–8 hours)
• Day 2: Finish-up lectures from Day 1, Q&A, TNP testing (approx. 2–3 hours)

Times may vary based on class size (smaller classes often run shorter).

1-Day Renewal

• Day 1: Zoom session, practice TNP, Q&A, TraumaReady, lectures, and TNP testing (approx. 6–8 hours)

Please note: the TNCC Renewal Course is for RNs whose TNCC provider status has been expired for less than 180 days.

• There are no refunds, transfers, or credits for this program for any reason. All sales are final. Please ensure that you meet all criteria to attend and that the course date/time (via Zoom) fits your schedule BEFORE submitting payment.
• There are no refunds, transfers, or credits for any exam/testing failure, or for a textbook that does not arrive on time. All sales are final.
• During the live portion of the course, you will be on Zoom. Ensure that you can use Zoom before attending the program (camera, audio, and screen share); we recommend practicing with a friend beforehand. There are no refunds for technical issues or your organization's limitations around using Zoom.
• We only teach the latest version (9th Edition) of TNCC; all attendees must have the current textbook.

Accreditation and Approvals

Nursing Contact Hours

Nursing continuing education is accepted in all 50 states, including New Jersey.

Program Information

• Conflicts of interest: The planning committee, presenters, faculty, authors, and content reviewers have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
• Presentation standards: All speakers are expected to give balanced, unbiased presentations. All content is reviewed, and any identified bias is addressed.
• Program support: This program has no commercial support, joint providership, or sponsorship.

Important Information

• Endorsement: Accreditation does not imply endorsement by The Health Care Training Academy (D/B/A CardiacEd), NJSNA, or ANCC of any commercial products shown during this program, if any.
• ANCC policy: ANCC does not permit contact hours for BLS provider courses, except BLS Instructor courses.
• College credit: This activity does not offer college credit unless explicitly stated.

Criteria to Earn Contact Hours

• You must attend the entire session to receive nursing continuing education credit.
• Partial contact hours are not awarded. You must complete all program requirements to earn credit.