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2018-2019 University Catalog 
    
2018-2019 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Nursing, Pre-Licensure, LVN to BSN Pathway, B.S.


(120 UNITS)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing


The baccalaureate curriculum offers pre-licensure students and registered nurses with an associate degree in nursing (or its equivalent) an upper-division program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing. The 120 units consist of a specific combination of prerequisites, general education, nursing and elective courses. Graduates are eligible for certification as public health nurses in the State of California.

Once accepted into the program, students are required to have a clear criminal background check and other requirements.

Pre-Licensure, LVN to BSN Pathway


The LVN-BSN pre-licensure pathway is for students who already hold a license in Vocational Nursing and wish to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN). This program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, and graduates of this program are eligible to test for their California RN license.

Admission Requirements


Admission criteria for the LVN to B.S. in Nursing are posted on the School of Nursing website: nursing.fullerton.edu.

Requirements for Degree


Degree requirements consist of a specific combination of prerequisites, general education and other nursing courses. The following courses are required for the LVN-BS nursing major:

Total (120 units)