TNCC: Trauma Nursing Core Course, May 20-21,2026

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN IN-PERSON COURSE. THIS IS A 2-DAY EVENT

DAY1: 8A-5P

DAY 2: 8A-5P

REGISTRATION WITHIN 45DAYS OF CLASS IS CONSIDERED LATE. BY DOING SO, YOU ARE ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY FOR OBTAINING MATERIAL, STUDYING AND COMING TO CLASS PREPARED.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please advise course director at trauma@texaschildrens.org if you have any disability that requires special materials and/or services so that appropriate personnel can be advised.

ABOUT TNCC

Every second counts when stabilizing life-threatening trauma cases. This course, taught by qualified emergency nurses, prepares you with the knowledge, critical thinking skills and hands-on training needed to provide high-quality, trauma nursing care. After completing this course, you will be able to properly assess and implement evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes for your patients. Here's a glimpse into what you’ll learn:

The latest trauma nursing practice recommendations

Systematic assessment and application of care

Rapid identification of life-threatening injuries

9th EDITION

• This new and improved edition brings exciting new features and course structure.
• Exciting new features, include:
• Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation
• Interactive teaching strategies
• Electronic, open-book testing - No more test anxiety!
• Updated evidence-based provider manual
• 19.5 contact hours of CNE

Course Format

• A variety of learning methodologies are included to cater to every learning style, including:
• Provider manual
• Online modules
• Instructor-led classroom discussions and skill stations

Textbook: The latest edition of the TNCC Trauma Nursing Core Course Provider Manual includes evidence-based content developed by trauma emergency experts. The 24-chapter, comprehensive manual is a compilation of current trauma nursing standards and a valuable resource for future reference.

Online learning: Online modules with links to additional information are provided prior to the course date to 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.

Live simulation: TNCC includes hands-on training using both an individual and team approach. Trauma nursing process psychomotor skills stations offer you the opportunity to practice trauma patient assessments and interventions in a controlled environment.

Instructor-led classroom discussions and skill stations: TNCC is a2- day intensive course taught by expert instructors.

Why is ENA’s TNCC the right course for you?

• Evidence-based content developed by trauma nursing experts
• Curriculum designed specifically for nurses
• Course education is updated regularly as trauma care evolves
• 4-year, internationally recognized verification as a TNCC provider is earned upon successful completion
• Increase your confidence in trauma patient care
• TNCC courses available year-round at locations conveniently located near you
• Earn 19.5 contact hours of CNE

PREREQUISITES

Participants must be an RN and possess a current unrestricted nursing license to receive verification

LPNs and paramedics are eligible to attend all portions of the course except for the written and psychomotor evaluations. For this reason, they do not receive verification, but are awarded contact hours.