TNCC / Trauma Nursing Core Course

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

Whether you're new to trauma care or renewing your provider card, TNCC gives you a clear, repeatable system for those critical first minutes. Join us live on Zoom for friendly, hands-on practice that builds real confidence at the bedside.

• 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).

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!

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.

Before the Live Session

• Complete ENA's TNCC pre-course modules online (access arrives after registration).

1.5-Day Initial/Expired Course (Zoom)

• Day 1 (approx. 6–8 hours): Practice the Trauma Nursing Process (TNP) A–J approach, Q&A, TraumaReady review, and lectures.
• Day 2 (approx. 2–3 hours): Finish remaining lectures, Q&A, and TNP testing.

1-Day Renewal (Zoom)

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

Times may vary with class size; smaller classes often run shorter.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Per ENA's published TNCC course description.

• Rapidly identify life-threatening traumatic injuries using a systematic patient assessment approach.
• Perform the Trauma Nursing Process psychomotor skills — airway and ventilation, and trauma interventions — at hands-on skill stations.
• Apply evidence-based, case-based trauma nursing content to improve patient outcomes.

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)

No refunds. All TNCC purchases are final. See the full policy under Disclaimers.

Registration transfer/extension: Not available for this program. All registrations are final once submitted — please confirm your dates and eligibility before you pay.

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.

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.

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.

Your ENA TNCC Provider card is valid for 4 years from the date it is issued. Renew with the 1-day TNCC Renewal course before it expires (available if your card has been expired less than 180 days; otherwise you must retake the Full course).