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NURSING
Associate of Applied Science
(Prescott Campus, Verde Valley Campus)
yc.edu/nursing
The Nursing Program is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for a career in nursing. A special application is required for admission to the nursing program. It is recommended that students work closely with their advisor to ensure all application requirements are fully met. A Nursing Applicant Information Guide, available from the Advising Center and online, describes program prerequisites and application process. Refer to the Nursing website: www.yc.edu/nursing for application deadlines.
• A Nursing Information Session Certificate is required for the nursing program application packet. The Nursing Information Session Certificate is valid for 12 months and must be current at the time of nursing application submission.
• Anyone who wants to become a Registered Nurse in either the US or Canada, must pass the NCLEX-RN. NCLEX-RN is a computer adaptive test that is required for nursing graduates
to successfully pass to be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the US and Canada.
• Eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination - Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN): Students must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and proof of graduation from an accredited/approved nursing program.
• LPN-RN advanced placement program - a pathway for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to enter the third semester of the Nursing program to earn an AAS degree and eligibility to attain an RN qualification after taking the NLCEX-RN exam.
Careers (CareerOneStop Median Income – overtime not included) • Registered Nurses: $82,330 (AZ), $81,220 (U.S.)
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Yavapai College Nursing Program Accreditation (404) 975-5000 acenursing.org
Arizona State Board of Nursing (602) 771-7800 azbn.gov