LVN to Non-Degree Nurse (30 Unit Option)
Program Health Sciences · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
LVN to Non-Degree Nurse (30 Unit Option)
Students seeking information regarding the 30-unit option preparation for the registered nurse licensing examination may receive further information from the Dean of the Associate Degree Nursing Program. The 30 unit option is specific to California only. As a 30 unit option you are not a graduate of Bakersfield College’s Nursing Program. Transfer and Challenge by Exam Policy For transfer and challenge by exam policies, contact the Nursing Department for further information. Career Opportunities in Registered Nursing Employment in a variety of healthcare facilities and settings. Prerequisite Requirements: All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to submission of program application. Courses in-progress at the time of application will not be considered. The following courses must be completed with a grade of ‘C’ or higher: • Introductory Physiology (with lab) must meet Board of Registered Nursing requirements in Physiology. • General Microbiology (with lab) must meet Board of Registered Nursing requirements in Microbiology. Additional Prerequisites: • Graduation from high school or an equivalent education. • Possession of a current California Vocational Nurse License. • Employment as a LVN for at least 1 year. • IV Certification. To Achieve the Certificate of Achievement: Upon completion of the following courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a LVN to Non-Degree Nurse (30 Unit Option) Certificate of Achievement. Pursuant to SB 1393, a student of a registered nursing program with a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution is not required to complete any coursework other than that which is unique and exclusively required to earn a nursing degree from that institution. All course work must meet the graduation requirements and licensure eligibility requirements as set forth by the Board of Registered Nursing.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to utilize the nursing process and evidenced based practice to facilitate optimal client outcomes for diverse cultures across the lifespan and in a variety of settings.
2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of the professional nurse as defined by the California Nursing Practice Act, standards of nursing practice, considering legal, moral and ethical principles.
3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to communicate and collaborate effectively, in both oral and written formats, employing patient care technologies and information systems, with individuals, families, populations, communities, and the interdisciplinary team across the health care continuum.
4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance quality improvement and safety initiatives at individual and systems levels of care.
5. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to assume the roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession as an entry level nurse.