Health Occupations Division

Disciplines

Registered Nursing Program

Consider a Career in Nursing (PDF file)
Nursing Application and Referral Information (PDF file)
Registered Nursing Information Workshops Spring 2008 (PDF file)

The Registered Nursing Program at Solano Community College is accredited by the California Board of Registered Nursing, and is designed to prepare technically competent nurses for service in the community.  The curriculum includes study in general education, biophysical and social science courses.  Principles derived from academic study are applied to the practice of nursing.  The nursing major is comprised of lecture-discussion classes on campus and client care laboratory experience in agencies within the community.  Nursing preparation includes the care of adults and children in medical surgical, obstetrical and psychiatric situations.

The program can be completed in two years after the prerequisites are met.

Job Opportunities

Career Mobility in Registered Nursing
LVN to RN Career Mobility Program (PDF file)

The Career Mobility Program at Solano Community College provides an opportunity for qualified Licensed Vocational Nurses to be admitted to the third semester of the Registered Nursing Program.  Applicants must complete prerequisites for the nursing program, science courses and the general education requirements for the Associate Degree.

Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT)
EMT Program (PDF file)

The EMT I course is a basic course in pre-hospital emergency care of ill or injured persons, and is approved by the Solano County Emergency Medical Services.  The course has lecture/discussion and skills practice time, with emphasis on “hands-on” practice.  Success in EMT class is facilitated by adequate preparation in math, reading, writing, listening, observation and organizational skills.  Successful completion of this course allows you to become certified and qualified for employment.  EMT I is a pre-employment requirement for ambulance personnel and prerequisite for enrollment in some paramedic training programs.

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