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Information Sessions

 

Information Sessions

Nursing Information Sessions provide an overview of the Nursing Program and application requirements.

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Upcoming dates
DATE
TIME
LOCATION 

November 21

9:00am  ZOOM 

December 2

6:00pm IN-PERSON

 

What is Nursing?

 

What is Nursing?

Topic:  I am a Nurse - National Nurses Week

Length:  3:08

 

 


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Guided Pathways

 

Guided Pathways

At Grossmont College, we'll help you discover your interests and strengths, explore majors and careers, and chart a pathway to the future you want. Visit the Academic and Career Pathways page to explore the guided pathways to your future career.

 

Program Costs

 

Program Costs

 

The cost estimate provided below is to assist prospective nursing applicants in anticipating expenses at consecutive points on their path toward becoming a Registered Nurse through Grossmont College. This is an estimate only. Some expenses can be reduced or eliminated through accessing available resources including The Promise Grant, Financial Aid, Scholarships and Grants, and by utilizing Student Health Services.

 

 


Pre-Acceptance Cost

Tuition for Pre-Nursing Courses 35 units, $46 / unit 1,610
Parking Permit $40 / semester 160
Health Fee $22 / semester 88
Student Representation Fee $2 / semester 8
Total   $1,866

 

 


Post-Acceptance Cost

Immunizations

Hep B, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Tuberculosis, & COVID-19

250

Uniforms
2-sets

150
Supplies
Blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, scissors, pen light, & analog wrist watch
145
Screening
Background check, drug screen, and compliance
125
Certifications
Basic Lifesaving Skills (BLS) 
70
Physical 50

Official Transcripts

College Attended

10

Total

$800

 

 


Continued Nursing Program Costs

 

Tuition

Nursing Curriculum
Including optional courses

45 units, $46 / unit 2,070
Books
Approximate cost per semester
$160 / semester 640
Parking Permit $40 / semester 160
Health Fee $22 / semester 88
Student Representation Fee $2 / semester 8
Total   $2,966

 

 


Graduation & Licensure Costs

 

Application

BRN 

300

Test

NCLEX-RN Licensure Exam

200

Nursing Pin

Free

Total

$500

 

 


Total Estimated Costs

 

Pre-Acceptance

1,866

Post-Acceptance

800

Continuing Nursing Program 

2,966

Graduation & Licensure

500

Total

$6,132

 

 

 

Career Opportunities

 

Career Opportunities

 

There are many nursing specialties available to Registered Nurses.

 

Browse nursing careers to find relevant data on wages, employment, and the training you'll need.

 

Degree Advancement

 

Degree Advancement

On-campus RN to BSN program

 

Get your BSN here at Grossmont College through Point Loma Nazarene University.  Complete the ADN program at Grossmont College and receive your RN license, then begin taking classes through PLNU on our campus.  For enrollment eligibility and complete information visit Point Loma Nazarene University's RN to BSN page.

 

PLNU Admissions Counselor

Madison Hancock
mhancock@pointloma.edu
619-563-2816

 

Additional RN-BSN programs include Grand Canyon University, Post University, and San Diego State University. Incoming students have an opportunity to meet representatives from the advance degree programs. 

 

Academic Progression

Students entering the nursing program must successfully complete all the nursing courses within the semester prior to moving to the next semester. Successful completion means passing the course with a C or better (75% or higher) and be clinically safe as determined by the clinical instructor.

Graduation

Students who complete the nursing program must also meet the graduation requirements for the Associate Degree. Prior to starting the nursing program, students meet with a counselor to review graduation requirements.

Technology Requirements

During the Nursing Program,  students are required to have access to a computer with reliable internet access. 

 

 

 

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