Where we foster excellence in education that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character, and abilities; to assist students in achieving their educational and career goals; and to be responsive to the greater community.
IVC offers an exciting and rigorous Nursing Program for men and women who are 18 years
of age or older, in good health, and can lift over 35lbs minimum. Meeting eligibility
requires completion of the program's admission criteria and passing a pre-entrance
exam. Students must apply to the program and if selected, are invited to join a nursing
class. Currently the program accepts 60 students each semester. An AM or PM course
option will be offered to students when registering. Application periods are open
March and September of each year.
The IVC Nursing Program adheres to the same rules, regulations, and philosophy as stated in the College catalog and the program's nursing student handbook. Additional policies are required to meet both the standards by the California Board of Registered Nursing and the clinical training facilities.
The first RN class started in 1971, and 30 students graduated in 1973. The RN program has continued to graduate students every semester for over 50 years. The curriculums are continually modified to keep up with the standards of the Board of Nursing, the nursing industry, and healthcare community. This is a two-year, four-semester program whereby students are awarded an Associate of Science degree in Registered Nursing from IVC and eligible to take the national licensure exam called the NCLEX-RN.
Program Approval and Accreditation
Admission Criteria
The following criteria is required to apply – students should refer to the College Catalog to make sure of course descriptions and requirements of each course. The Multi-Criteria Grid outlines the point values that will determine ranking for the Nursing Program:
Applying to the Program
When ready to apply, the nursing application must include the following documentation to be considered:
Selection to the Program
All applications received during the open periods will be considered for admission. A point system is used following the Multi-Criteria Grid to determine status. Applicants are ranked and the top ranking will be invited to join a nursing class, up to 60 slots may be available per class. Applications missing any of the required documentation or have not met the required GPA will not be considered. Applicants will be notified of their status by email 60 days after the last day of the deadline period. IVC does not place applications on a wait list.
If admitted, students will receive an email on what needs to be completed before starting the program.
Career Pathways
The pathway for the Associate of Science degree in Registered Nursing is outlined in the IVC Catalog . RN to BSN pathways for IVC nursing students include:
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