LVN to RN
Associate in Science Degree
The Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Program is approved by the California State Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Following completion of the admission requirement courses, the LVN to RN Transition Student applies for entrance into the Associate Degree Nursing program. Candidates accepted for program admission are required to complete the Role Transition course, Skills Lab, and Mental Health. Upon successful completion of these preparatory courses, student will enter into the third semester. In addition to the nursing core, students complete additional courses in order to earn the Associate of Science Degree and to satisfy the courses that are required by the California State Board of Registered Nursing as content required for RN licensure. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is eligible to apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and to take the state licensing examination (NCLEX-RN) that is required for nursing practice in the State of California.
Essential Functions
All applicants are required to meet the Essential Functions for Success in the Nursing Program. See the Essential Functions Policy which also found in the Associate Degree Program Student Policy and Procedure Handbook.
Program Prerequisites
Prerequisites in this program will be enforced. All program prerequisites must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. In addition, the combined grade-point average for prerequisites must be 2.5 or higher.
1. High School diploma, G.E.D., or California Proficiency Exam (Copy of Associate or Bachelor degree accepted)
2. The student must hold an active unencumbered California LVN license (please submit/attach a copy of your license from the Breeze website with evaluation request form).
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Prerequisites | ||
| ANAT-101 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| ANAT-102 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| BIOL-125 | Microbiology | 4 |
| or BIOL-125H | Honors Microbiology | |
| ENGL-C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 3 |
| or ENGL-C1000H | Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | |
| or ENGL-C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | |
| or ENGL-C1001H | Critical Thinking and Writing - Honors | |
| STAT-C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 3-4 |
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or any College Level Math numbered 100 or higher
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| Total Units | 18-19 | |
LVN, licensed in California or proof of LVN program graduate awaiting licensure.
Curriculum Plan
*Required courses after being accepted into Program.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Preparatory Coursework | ||
| NURS-510 | Role Transition | 3 |
| NURS-572 | Medical Surgical Nursing Skills Lab |
0.5 |
| NURS-505 | Mental Health Nursing | 3.5 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| NURS-506 | Intermediate Medical-Surgical Nursing III | 6 |
| NURS-507 | Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family | 3.5 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| NURS-508 | Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing IV | 6.5 |
| NURS-509 | Nursing Care of Children & Families | 3.5 |
| Subtotal | 23 | |
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1 Any course from Area C (Humanities) and Area F (Diversity). See the MSJC Local General Education Pattern.
Note: Graduates from the A.S. in Nursing Program meet the requirement of Physical Education and Healthful Living.
A minimum cumulative college level GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, with a grade of "C" or better in degree courses is required for graduation.
ADDITIONAL DEGREE & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS BY PROGRAM COMPLETION
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Psychology - Honors | ||
| Human Development | ||
| Honors Human Development | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| American Government and Politics | ||
| American Government and Politics - Honors | ||
| U.S. History to 1877 | ||
| Honors U.S. History to 1877 | ||
| U.S. History Since 1865 | ||
| Honors U.S. History Since 1865 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Public Speaking | ||
| Introduction to Public Speaking - Honors | ||
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Honors Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Small Group Communication | ||
| Humanities Area C on MSJC Local GE 1 | 3 | |
| Diversity Area F on MSJC Local GE 1 | 3 | |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Total Units | 38 | |
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1 Any course from Area C (Humanities) and Area F (Diversity). See the MSJC Local General Education Pattern.
Note: Graduates from the A.S. in Nursing Program meet the requirement of Physical Education and Healthful Living.
Students completing the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Program will have met the General Education requirement for Area E: Physical Education & Healthful Living.Students may also review AA/AS Degree General Education Requirements in the course catalog.
Note: To comply with SB 1393, students with a baccalaureate degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution will have the following General Education requirements waived: PS 101, Humanities (Area C) and Diversity (Area F).
Approximate Expenses (Please note these are subject to change)
When planning expenses, students should be aware they may have to limit their hours of employment, due to extensive RN Program requirements. Scholarships and grants are available to those students who qualify through the MSJC Financial Aid Office.
- Students pay for tuition, ASB card, student health fee, parking permit, as stated in the current college catalog.
- Nursing uniforms designated by the Nursing Department, $300
- Nursing textbooks and supplies - $2,000
- CPR courses - $60-$65
- Physical examinations/laboratory tests - $300-$500
- Medical Document / Background Package - CastleBranch
(includes background check, drug screen & medical document manager) - $121.75- CastleBranch random drug screen - $32
- Licensing Board applications - Approximately $300-$400
- Kaplan Testing - $600-$750
- Student Supply Kits - $300 approximately
- Professional Student Nursing Insurance coverage is required and is purchased through Nurse Services Organization (NSO). Additional liability insurance covering students is provided by the college at no cost to the student. - $35/year
- Personal Health Insurance coverage - vendor costs may vary
- Fingerprinting (Mental Health) - $60-70
*A price adjustment may occur.
California Board of Registered Nursing Legal Limitation of Licensure
Misdemeanors/Felony NotificationGraduates of the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Program are eligible to apply for the NCLEX-RN for licensure. One requirement to qualify for the licensing examination is the submission of additional fingerprints which are then evaluated by the California Department of Justice and the FBI. Applicants must report any prior conviction of any offense other than minor traffic violations. Failure to report such convictions can be grounds for denial of licensure. The Board of Registered Nursing investigates any convictions. Questions pertaining to the legal limitations of licensure should be addressed by the student to the Board of Registered Nursing prior to beginning the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Program: Board of Registered Nursing, P.O. Box 944210, Sacramento, CA 94244-2100, (916) 322-3350. E-mail address: brn_licensing@dca.ca.govCitizenship and Immigration Status Verification Required for RN LicensureThe Federal Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act requires government agencies to eliminate “public benefit” to individuals who cannot provide proof of their legal status in the United States. “Public benefit” has been interpreted to include a license issued by a state. This means that all applicants for licensure as registered nurses are required to submit verification of citizenship or legal residence status in the United States.Disclosure of Social Security NumberDisclosure of one's social security number is mandatory for licensure by the BRN in accordance with Section 30 of the Business and Professions Code and Public Law 94-455 (USCA 405 (c) (2) (c).The Mt. San Jacinto Community College District Board of Trustees has adopted policies and procedures and endorsed practices which provide for the District, its employees and students to be in compliance with all the applicable laws relating to discrimination on the basis of gender, age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.Students will be unable to attend Clinical Facilities for the following convictions:
- Murder
- Felony assault
- Sexual offenses/sexual assault
- Felony possession and furnishing (without certificate of rehabilitation)
- Felony drug and alcohol offenses (without certificate of rehabilitation)
- Other felonies involving weapons and/or violent crimes
- Class B and Class A misdemeanor theft
- Felony theft
- Fraud