Chabot College is located in Hayward, California and it offers three LVN to RN bridge programs. The first of these options is the Associate in Arts Degree in Nursing program. This program requires students to take the standard nursing course sequence; however, students must also complete the following coursework: English 1A, Anatomy 1, Psychology 1, Sociology 1 or 31 as well as Speech 1 or 30. The second option is the 30 unit option, which requires completion of prerequisite coursework and a valid LPN/LVN license. Take note, this option only prepares students for the NCLEX-RN examination for California. After graduation, students can only take the California NCLEX-RN and are prohibited from working in any other state. The last option is the non-degree study course. This program requires students to take the standard nursing curriculum and upon completion students can take the NCLEX-RN examination without obtaining an ADN degree.
Applicants into any of the aforementioned programs must have a valid LVN/LPN license and have been working for a minimum of one year in a medical environment. Students must also have taken the following courses with a final GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale: Microbiology 1, Physiology 1 as well as Nursing 70L as well as Nursing L. If an applicant has not taken college level English and math courses, they must take the Chabot College English and Math Assessment, which is given at the school. As of 2010, this program costs a total of $4,500, which includes tuition fees and study materials.
Chabot College
25555 Hesperian Blvd.
Hayward, CA 94545
510-723-6600
chabotcollege.edu
Azusa Pacific University is located in Azusa, California and it offers a LVN to RN 30 unit program and a LVN to BSN bridge program. The 30 unit LVN to RN coursework prepares students to take the NCLEX-RN examination without earning a degree. The LVN to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program not only prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam, but establishes a solid understanding of in-depth nursing techniques. This program is ideal for students wishing to continue their education beyond the BSN to become an advanced practice nurse or a nurse practitioner. Applicants into either one of the aforementioned programs must submit the standard application to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, this application requires official high school and college transcripts as well as a letter of recommendation. Prior to being admitted into these programs, students must have completed CHEM 101, BIOL 101, have completed two years of algebra or geometry in high school as well as completing an anatomy course (four units) and an organic chemistry course(three units). Students must also be certified in AED and CPR by the American Heart Association. As of 2010, the tuition for these programs is $14,000 per semester; however, this does not cover miscellaneous and room/board fees.
Azusa Pacific University
901 E. Alosta Ave.
Azusa, CA 91702
626-969-3434
apu.edu
College of the Canyons is located in Santa Clarita, California and offers students an LVN to RN program designed to educate LVN/LPNs so he/she can take the NCLEX-RN examination for RN licensure. This program features career advancement courses, which utilize theoretical models alongside hands-on practical lab courses. Upon completing this program, students are awarded an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and are able to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. Students are able to select between two learning formats: in-class courses or partial online coursework. The in-class format requires students to study at the College of the Canyons; however, the partial online format allows students the flexibility to perform some study at home while taking laboratory and other courses on campus. If a student does not wish to obtain an ADN he/she may enroll in the 30 Unit Option, which teaches students core nursing curriculum required to take the NCLEX-RN, but does not qualify the student for a degree or licensure in any other state but California. Applicants for this program must hold a valid LVN/LPN license and have taken the following prerequisite courses: Anatomy (four units), Physiology (four units), English 101 (three units), Microbiology (four units) and be eligible for an intermediate algebra course. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. As of 2010, the total annual tuition and fees for California resident students is $10,876 for students living with parents or $17,644 for students living off campus. Non-resident students must pay $14,572 if living with parents or $21,340 for students living off-campus.
College of the Canyons
Nursing Program
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
661-362-3550
canyons.edu