The CHALLENGE Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) includes 30min. session with instructor (1:1) TNP virtual skills checkoff and online exam access from home. Included is an opportunity for Q&A .
Thank you for your inquiry into Elite Trauma and Emergency Training (ET2) virtual courses. This information explains the Challenge course option. Read all the description and qualifications to determine your eligibility for this course type.
How do you qualify for this Challenge course: (If you have never had TNCC/ENPC this may not be for you)
>Have had TNCC/ENPC previously
>Regularly practice the TNP/PNP skills
>Have had two years or more time in the Emergency Department, Trauma or ICU
NOTE: If you choose the challenge course type and are not a previous TNCC/ENPC card holder and are unable to complete your exam with 80% or better with the two attempts provided, Elite Trauma and Emergency Training (if you choose to continue using ET2) will require you to re-enroll in the two-day full course (TNCC/ENPC) or the 4.5 hour Fast Track course (TNCC only) for further exam access. at the full course rate.
This course is presented in a virtual platform using ZOOM. Computers are the best to use in order to easily view all the powerpoint presentations, however you may use an ipad/notebook or even your smartphone. All classes are scheduled in a CST (central time zone) Classes may be scheduled during the day or some evenings.You will call to make this private schedule. Have three to four dates with times of your availability. Our course specialist will confirm with the instructor which of the requested dates works best for her schedule. Once a schedule is agreed upon your class enrollment will be created and a link sent to be used in enrolling.
Course fee: $325
The course is developed by the Emergency Nurses Association to present a firm foundation in trauma nursing and to provide nurses with core or basic trauma cognitive knowledge and psychomotor skills that are associated with the delivery of professional nursing care to the trauma patient.
The goal of TNCC is to improve trauma patient outcomes by providing nurses with foundational trauma knowledge, skills, and a systematic Trauma Nursing Process to guide trauma patient care.
Verification of successful course completion is based on passing the written exam and the Trauma Nursing Process (TNP) psychomotor skills station. Verification is valid for four years.
This 8th edition TNCC provider CHALLENGE course has been approved for 9.0 contact hours.
Pre-requisites
Participants must be an RN and possess a current unrestricted nursing license to receive verification.
*Pre-registration is required - Participant seats are limited based on instructor-to-student ratios. Seats will be assigned to paid registrants in the order registration fees and materials are received.
Textbook: TRAUMA NURSING CORE COURSE (TNCC) Provider Manual, 9th Edition (current edition) is required for the exam; printed and e-book versions are available through your course director.
**Mandatory TNCC-9th Edition Provider Manual purchases are non-refundable.
**IMPORTANT NOTICE**
ET2 REQUIREMENT: You will be given Additional Study Guides with your enrollment, ET2 requires that all students have these guides reviewed and available for your class. You will be asked to confirm that you have recieved these files. Please read all the directions to insure your preparedness for the upcoming class.
Electronic testing: NEW! Electronic, open-book testing allows you to test in an environment that makes you most comfortable. No more test anxiety!
Following ET2 class registration -
WHEN ENROLLING IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT IF YOU HAVE HAD AN EMAIL WITH ENA, PREVIOUSLY OR CURRENT, MAKE SURE TO USE THAT YOU ENROLL WITH THE SAME EMAIL ADDRESS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Look for an email from ENA containing your link to precourse modules.
To complete your course registration you must follow the link you will receive from ENA. Open the link in GOOGLE CHROME only. DO NOT use your phone, it should be done on computer. This link is non-transferable and only applies to your enrollment. This link will provide you access to the required pre-course modules that must be completed for the start of class. (you do not have to purchase anything!)
For questions about clinical content, please contact education@ena.org or 847.460.4123.
Cancellation and Rescheduling Policies
We understand that situations beyond your control may arise, requiring you to cancel or reschedule your class.
RESCHEDULE:
Please provide written notice of the need to reschedule no less than 24hrs prior to class start time. Your new course date must be rescheduled within 90 days of the original class date.{consideration will be given to extreme emergencies at the descretion of ET2}
CANCELLATIONS: Please provide written notice at least ten (10) business days prior to your class to allow us to fill your spot. If you are unable to provide at least ten (10) business days written notice to cancel your seat in class, a charge of 50% of the course fee and a $25 refund fee will be assessed at the time of cancellation.
- Cancellation or no-show on the day of class will result in forfeiture of entire course fee.
- You will be required to pay the full course fee for a new class date.
**TNCC-9th Edition Provider Manual purchases are non-refundable.
Click on a date below to complete your TNCC Course Registration.
Promo codes: If you qualify request code, only one code can apply:
Active Duty Military, Veteran, ENA Member
Promo codes must be requested from ET2 before completing the registration.
The Emergency Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. The Emergency Nurses Association is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #2322.
**In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please advise Suzanne Soupene, program director, if you have any disability that requires special materials or services so that appropriate personnel can be advised.
***Disclaimer: All inquiries and enrollees are solely responsible for reviewing all materials and information provided by Elite Trauma and Emergency Training LLC. Elite Trauma and Emergency Training cannot be held responsible for any/all discrepancies with any information supplied or forwarded from Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) website and/or course materials. 7/07/2021