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AS in Nursing (LVN to RN) Advanced Placement Program Pending Approval

Program start: SUMMER 2026 (Pending)
Enrollment opens: SPRING 2026 (Pending)


Our pending 8- Month ADN (LVN to RN) advanced placement pathway program prepares nursing students for the NCLEX-RN exam. Estimated 34 instructional weeks, evening and weekend sessions at our Turlock Campus. ATI standardized testing is used to assess student learning outcomes and evaluate student readiness for the nursing licensure examination.

Prerequisite: Must have an active LVN/ LPN license -state of CA licensure. Must also take the Admissions Assessment: The test of essential academic skills (TEAS VII). Must have a 64 percent or better with maximum of (2) attempts.

Wait List Link: Add your name to the LVN-RN Bridge Program: https://www.firstladypermanente.com/Articles.asp?ID=253 By adding your name to the wait list will give you further information on the program updates and an alert when the program opens for registration.

How to prepare for acceptance:
- Maintain active LVN license
- Work experience as a charge nurse is preferred
- Prepare for an interview before acceptance into program
- (2) letters of recommendation from Healthcare Professionals
- Verification of Financials or prepare to qualify for school loan

Nursing Career Investment:
This program is the next step in becoming a Registered Nurse in California. The estimated investment is $40,000 and may include additional fees. FASFA/ Title 4 funding is not offered for this program. Students must prepare for the investment by obtaining their own financing or meet qualifications for a school private loan with a credit score of 725 or higher with verification of income.

Email questions to [email protected]
Campus: 901 Geer Road, Turlock, CA 95380
Office hours: Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Contact Us (209) 250-1200 option 0

If you do not have an LVN license, use this link to sign up for our next LVN program: https://www.firstladypermanente.com/product_p/vn102.htm.