Health and Safety Sciences Division: Registered Nursing
Nursing Program (not for LVN - RN)
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program can be completed in four semesters following admission to the program. In addition, students need at least two semesters to complete the prerequisites for admission to the program.
Enrollment packets are accepted on an ongoing basis. Multiple screening criteria was implemented for students admitted in fall 2015 or later.
Completed enrollment packets and satisfactory ATI TEAS results must be on file in the Health and Safety Sciences Division (Nursing Department Office) by March 1 for consideration for admission in fall and by September 1 for consideration for admission in spring. If either of the cutoff dates falls on a weekend, students will have until the next business day directly following
Current LVN's wanting to Bridge into the Nursing Program
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program can be completed in 3 semesters following admission to the program. In addition, students need at least two semesters to complete the prerequisites for admission to the program.
Enrollment packets are accepted on an ongoing basis. Multiple screening criteria was implemented for students admitted in summer 2021 or later.
Completed enrollment packets and satisfactory ATI TEAS results must be on file in the Health and Safety Sciences Division (Nursing Department Office) by February 15 to be considered admission in the summer. If the cutoff date falls on a weekend, students will have until the next business day directly following
Additional Information
The ADN curriculum is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). The curriculum meets the requirements of the BRN for eligibility to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The student who completes the program is eligible to apply for an Associate in Science degree. Students must be admitted to the Associate Degree Nursing Program in order to enroll in nursing science classes.
Application for all nursing programs will only be kept on file for two years from the date your application is turned in. If you are not accepted within that two year period, you will be required to reapply to the program.
Application Process
1. Apply to AVC to receive a Student ID Number. If you already have a 900 number you will still want to apply to the college to make your status active.
2. Request 2 official copies of transcripts from ALL colleges attended. This is important for all current and new AVC students. ONE official set will need to be sent to the transcripts department, ONE official set will need to be attached to your application. DO NOT OPEN any of the transcripts otherwise they will not be accepted.
3. Request official transcripts from high school/GED. This option is waived if you have a college degree, Associates or higher. This will need to be attached to your application and must be official. Copies of diplomas or certificates will not be accepted.
3. Make an appointment to meet with an AVC nursing counselor to have your transcripts evaluated. They will issue you an educational plan. Should you require a request for equivalency/substitution, please note it must be approved in order for your application to be considered. If you turn in your application and the educational plan from the counselor states one of your prerequisite courses are pending approval, the department will not accept your application.
4. Once steps 1 - 3 have been completed, attach your educational plan, official college transcripts from all colleges INCLUDING AVC, attach official transcripts showing graduation of high school or GED (unless you have a college degree noted on your transcripts), fill out application for Nursing Program and turn into the Health and Safety Sciences Department.
5. LVN's ONLY - If you are applying to bridge into the nursing program, you will need to complete steps 1 - 4 and include a print out of your current LVN license. You will also need to keep it current while you are on the waitlist and once you get accepted into the program.
6. TRANSFER STUDENTS ONLY - If you are trying to transfer into the nursing program, in order to receive credit for nursing courses taken at another institution, you will need to submit a "Request for Equivalency/Substitution" form and copies of the course descriptions, course outlines, and/or syllabi for evaluation of content as necessary. You will also need a letter from the director of the previous nursing program indicating you are in good stating and eligible to return. If you cannot provide any of these items, you cannot transfer into the program and will have to apply as a generic student.
7. Once you have all documents needed, you can turn in your application to the Health and Safety Sciences Office by mail:
Antelope Valley College
ATTN: Health and Safety Sciences
3041 West Avenue K
Lancaster, CA 93536