Northland Pioneer College – Nursing Program
Northland Pioneer College (NPC) provides accessible, high-quality nursing education to students across rural northeastern Arizona, with a strong focus on community health and workforce readiness.
About Northland Pioneer College Nursing
NPC’s Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program prepares students to become Registered Nurses (RNs) through a combination of classroom instruction, simulation labs, and clinical rotations in hospitals and clinics throughout the region. The program is designed for students seeking an affordable, accredited path to RN licensure in underserved communities.
- Location: Holbrook, AZ (main nursing campus), with support services in **Show Low, Snowflake, Winslow, and other northeastern Arizona communities
- Mission: To serve rural Arizona by providing accessible, student-centered education that leads directly to nursing licensure and employment.
- Accreditation: The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
- Website: www.npc.edu
Key Programs Offered
1. Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN / AAS)
A comprehensive on-campus program preparing students for RN licensure, featuring integrated NCLEX-RN review, hands-on clinical training, and strong community health focus.
- Credential Earned: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing
- Licensure: Graduates eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam
- Accreditation: Fully ACEN-accredited (Continuing Accreditation)
- Pathway: Ideal for students planning to work in rural healthcare or pursue BSN completion through online programs
Northland Pioneer College is an excellent choice for students in northeastern Arizona seeking an affordable, ACEN-accredited ADN program with strong clinical preparation and deep roots in rural healthcare service.