Carrington College Tucson

Arizona is facing the largest nursing shortage in the nation, with more than 28,000 registered nurses needed across the state. Carrington College is proud to help address this critical workforce need by preparing future healthcare professionals through hands-on training, dedicated faculty support, and career-focused education.

Thank you to KGUN 9 for highlighting the inspiring stories of our students and the impact nursing education can have on individuals, families, and communities.
Read the full story: https://www.kgun9.com/news/community-inspired-journalism/westside-news/from-student-to-nurse-carrington-college-open-house-answering-arizonas-urgent-nurse-shortage

From student to nurse: Carrington College open house answering Arizona's urgent nurse shortage Arizona needs more than 28,000 registered nurses, and Carrington College is hosting an open house for aspiring nurses to help fill that gap.

Before today, there were pioneers who shaped the future of nursing.
This week, we celebrate those who came before and the ones preparing to carry it forward. 💙
Next comes you.

Join us at our upcoming Open House and take a closer look at your future in healthcare: tour the campus, see training in action, and get your questions answered. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4tiS6SU

Teamwork makes the healthcare dream work 💙🩺💊

This week our Medical Assisting students put their skills to the test by taking vitals on our Pharmacy Technician crew — and let’s just say, the stethoscopes were working overtime!

It’s all about “see one, do one, teach one.” First you watch it. Then you try it. Then you explain it like a pro. Confidence builds, skills sharpen, and suddenly you’re not just learning — you’re leading. 🙌

Hands-on practice + peer teamwork = future healthcare heroes in the making.

Best. Class. Ever. 🐾💙

Our Veterinary Assisting students get hands-on experience in the best way possible—by bringing their own pets to class (with instructor approval, of course!). From practicing safe handling to learning real clinical skills, it’s paws-itively the perfect way to learn. 🐶🐱

Who says school can’t be this cute? 🐾✨

Spa day, but make it career goals 💆‍♀️✨

Our Massage Therapy students visited Hacienda del Sol for a hands-on spa field trip—exploring treatment rooms, learning about client experience, and getting inspired by the pros.

Real-world learning with a view 🌿🌞

All smiles in the lab! 😁🦷 Our Dental Assisting Program spent class time practicing dental cleanings on their classmates, building confidence and hands-on skills.

Learning together and keeping those smiles bright ✨💙

A couple of weeks ago we kicked off the new Pharmacy Technician term 💊🎉 and our new students jumped right in!

To get to know the campus (and the amazing people who keep it running), they went on a scavenger hunt around campus 🗺️✨—meeting staff, finding key spots, and learning their way around like pros.

New term, new faces, new adventures. We’re so excited to see where this journey takes them! 💙📚