Critical care nurses generally work in places such as intensive care units or burn centers. They provide assistance to patients with life-threatening illnesses or conditions such as surgery or serious infections. Students interested in critical care might take courses such as physiology, chemistry, and microbiology.

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Courses are individually offered classes that afford higher education opportunities in various areas of study. By taking a series of classes focused in one category, students might pursue a certificate or degree in their field of interest.