Nursing
The Heart and Soul of Healthcare
The Health Occupations Department at College of the Redwoods offers a variety of programs designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the healthcare field. Our seven programs range from one semester to two years in length, providing flexibility to meet your individual needs. To ensure success, many students choose to take one to two semesters of foundational coursework to strengthen their reading, writing, math, and biology/science skills. Several of our programs also offer the Associates of Science degree and may have specific admission requirements. All programs are conveniently located on the Eureka Campus, except for our LVN program, which is available in both Eureka and Del Norte.
Registered Nursing
Our 2-year Registered Nursing Program prepares nurses to assume responsibility for directing the nursing care of patients with acute and chronic illness. It also provides theory and practice for the student to develop the ability to perform preventative, therapeutic and rehabilitative intervention techniques. In addition to treatments and procedures (including medications and intravenous therapy), the program emphasizes patient education, psychosocial and cultural aspects, and bioethics.
- The RN program is offered every year. The application period for a fall start date is in February. A merit-based selection process determines admission to the RN Program. Application requirements and instructions will be posted to the website in November 2024.
Upon completion, a student is awarded an Associate in Science Degree and is eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN).
| medal Icon Registered Nursing | Associate of Science |
|---|---|
| medal Icon Licensed Vocational Nursing | Associate of Science |
| medal Icon LVN/Paramedic to RN - Career Mobility | Associate of Science |
| medal Icon Licensed Vocational Nursing | Certificate of Achievement |
| medal Icon LVN to RN - 30-Unit Option | Certificate of Achievement |
2025-2026 Nursing Handbook
View/download the current CR Nursing Handbook.
Registered Nursing Info
- Apply to CR using the CR Online Application
- Applications will be accepted February 1, 2025, to February 15th, 2025.
Concurrent Enrollment Program with Cal Poly
- RN Application Instructions 2025
- The link for the electronic application will be available on February 1, 2025. Paper applications will not be accepted.
- The application must include Official Sealed Transcripts and/or e-transcripts from an authorized transcript ordering service. Transcripts should be sent to nursing-applications@redwoods.edu during the application period.
- All qualified applicants must take the ATI TEAS exam. Official transcripts from ATI should be sent to "The College of the Redwoods ADN Program." Students must also upload a copy of the scores with the application attachments.
- All applicants are encouraged to log onto www.atitesting.com for TEAS study material and other helpful information.
- All correspondence will be sent to your CR email address. Please use your CR email for ALL correspondence.
Selection Process
- The RN program is offered every year. The application period for a fall start date is in February. A merit-based selection process determines admission to the RN Program. Application requirements and instructions will be posted to the website in November 2024.
****TEAS TESTING is now required before applying. Your test scores must be included in your application packet******
Pre-nursing students entering the RN program* at College of the Redwoods must take a Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) before applying for the nursing program. A math review course is typically offered each Fall and Spring semester to help review math concepts that will be seen on the TEAS test. If you have any questions email HealthOcc@redwoods.edu.
- Thursday, January 9, 2025- FULL/CLOSED
- You may contact ATI @ www.atitesting.com directly to arrange online testing at your expense. You must have transcripts sent to nursing-applications@redwoods.edu .
- Students are encouraged to log onto ATI for TEAS student materials and other valuable resources.
* All CR LVN, RN, and Career Mobility applicants are required to take the TEAS before applying.
You may contact ATI @ www.atitesting.com directly to arrange online testing at your expense. Students are encouraged to log onto ATI for TEAS student materials and other valuable resources.
- The Registered Nursing program has both prerequisite courses in English, Biology and Chemistry as well as suggested additional courses to take prior to beginning the program. Scheduling general education courses can be problematic once nursing courses begin. It is your responsibility to be aware of all prerequisites for all courses. General Education Requirements can change. Please speak with an advisor for clarification regarding prerequisites for all courses and see program application for more information.
- All students are required to complete a Background Check(s).
- A 10-panel urine drug screen is required 30 days before the beginning of your first clinical rotation and every Fall following a summer break. Positive results mean you cannot attend clinical per clinical agency contract. Inability to attend clinical will result in being dismissed from the course.
Note: Information is Subject to Change
Employment opportunities include care of patients in a variety of healthcare settings, such as:
- Acute care hospitals
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Home health agencies
- Health clinics
- Outpatient services
Career Mobility Program
Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Enrollment Fee (program from 78.0 to 81.0 credits (*including pre-requisites/**without pre-requisites 38 units X $46 += $1748) |
$46 per unit X 81.00 Credits | $3,726 |
| Student fees for 4 semester | $50 per semester | $200 |
| ATI materials/subscription for 4 semesters | $1000.00 per semester X 4 semesters | $4,000 |
| 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 | $9,084 |
*Cost estimates do not include student living expenses or any costs associated with travel or housing during required clinical practicum courses.
Nursing Program Advisor
Alex Wright
Office : AT- 100
707-476-4288 . ext; 4288
