Los Angeles Valley College Associate Degree Nursing Program
A four-semester program of rigorous study (after the completion of program prerequisites) which prepares a diverse body of students to become safe, competent, and caring practitioners for entry level Registered Nursing jobs in health care settings in the community
https://lavc.edu/nursing

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Valley Glen, California

Overview

Cost

$7,000

Completion

83%

Employment

89%

Median Earnings

Data Unavailable

Scoop

Status

Public

Outcome

Associate Degree, Eligibility for licensing exam (NCLEX-RN)

Location

5800 Fulton Ave, Valley Glen, CA 91401

Commitment

Full-Time (40+ Hours/Week)

Format

In-Person Only

Length

2-3 Years

Training For Careers In

Typical Schedule

Class & Clinical Schedule Varies

Day In the Life

  • Coursework in the biological, social, and behavioral sciences and humanities serves as the basic foundation in the nursing program.
  • The program integrates theoretical instruction in the classroom with lectures, small group discussions and clinical cast study presentations.
  • Students obtain clinical experiences in hospitals, and other settings in the community.
  • Students also have the opportunity to participate in simulated clinical experiences and practice clinical skills in the state-of-the art Simulation Laboratory and Nursing Learning Laboratory.

What to Expect

Learning Activities

  • Focus on technical skills
  • Learning through real world application
  • Training on soft skills

Student Support

  • Access to instructor
  • Access to tutoring
  • Access to basic needs support
  • Facilitated peer-group or cohort
  • Access to a case manager or advisor
  • Childcare Resources

Career Support

  • Networking with employers
  • Partnerships with companies
  • Access to job openings
  • Access to career coaching

Program Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Technical Prerequisites
  • U.S. Work Authorization
  • Government Issued ID
  • Age Requirement

Highs & Lows

  • Hardest part: Very rigorous but rewarding.
  • Most fun: Learning new skills in the skills lab.

A Note From Staff

  • "We are nationally accredited, BRN-approved, and have a high NCLEX pass rate. Our students have a great clinical experience, and the campus is inexpensive and supportive."
  • "Students need to be quick learners, seek help when needed, including financial help, and learn to think and act critically."
  • "This is a very rigorous program. Students must spend a lot of time learning theory and skills and attending clinics. Additionally, they need to find time to study on their own and with the study group."
  • "The program is hard, but we have great resources. We do faculty and peer tutoring for students who need additional help. We purchase online resources for students using grants."
  • "A supportive family and a stable income are essential, as most students won't be able to work full-time or even part-time in some semesters. We do open houses where we invite family members to attend. In this meeting, faculty and current students will talk to incoming students and families to let family members know the importance of their support for the next two years and let them know how much time students need to study or in learning sessions to be successful."

Next Steps

Visit the nursing program website for detailed information about the application process.

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