Career Mobility
The College of the Redwoods Career Mobility Program helps Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) and Paramedics become Registered Nurses (RNs). The program takes three semesters to complete (spring, fall, and spring).
To apply, you must have:
- A valid California LVN license (if you are an LVN) Or national paramedic certification (if you are a paramedic)
- It is strongly recommended that you have at least one year of work experience as an LVN or Paramedic before applying.
Applications are accepted once a year, from September 1 to September 15, for a spring semester start. The instructions will be posted on or before August 1st; the application will be released on September 1st.
Career Mobility Information Sessions
- Aug. 27, 2025 at 3:00pm
Career Mobility Information Session via Zoom
View the recording: https://redwoods-edu.zoom.us/rec/share/CwPSZ8i2YJl96A5_8yxBToEI5UUeMOAAtKfwLPZqsu8cy8gjMHUPmcXbOCqCz7rx.ToQKQAs8yx13MPTN
Passcode: Hv9M$3!@GW - Aug. 29, 2025 at 9:00am
Career Mobility Information Session via Zoom
View the recording: https://redwoods-edu.zoom.us/rec/share/4Jce9ezz0l_cGwXyk7hmR94RYwPFvkrJEdH6BGYAM545wJsRuw3seFYmC___qmmg.5oionppY4zIjp1Cc
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2025-2026 Nursing Handbook
View/download the current CR Nursing Handbook.
Nursing Program Advisor
Alex Wright
Office : AT- 100
707-476-4288 . ext; 4288
Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Enrollment Fee (program between 62.0 and 65.0 credits (*including pre-requisites/ without pre-requisties 22 units X $46 - $1012) | $46 per unit X 65 Credits | $2,990 |
| Student fees for 3 semester | $50 per semester | $150 |
| ATI Materials for 4 seemsters | $1200.00 per semester X 3 semesters | $3,600 |
| Books, supplies and materials, Complio | Complio, equipment (misc. supplies student may need) | $350 |
| FBI background check | * Approximate cost | $113 |
| Drug Screen | * Approximate cost | $75 |
| Required uniforms | Required scrubs, white or black shoes and a watch with second display (see dress code in student handbook for specifics) | $200 |
| Physical | *Estimated cost from $0 to $200. | $200 |
| Immunizations | Immunizations for students who do not have the required immunity to several communicable diseases may cost over $220. Most are available through the Public Health for reduced fees. *$220 is an approximate estimate, you cost may vary depending on health coverage etc. | $220 |
| Approximate Total | $7,898 |
*Cost estimates do not include student living expenses or any costs associated with travel or housing during required clinical practicum courses.