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School of Nursing

SCHOOL OF NURSING

For more information contact:
The School of Nursing Office
NursingOffice@gwc.cccd.edu
714-895-8285

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Nursing Handbook

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Handbook [PDF]
ADN to BSN Concurrent Enrollment Pathway

The School of Nursing at Golden West College offers a program that leads to an Associate Degree in Nursing and qualifies the graduate to take the National Council Licensure Examination to become a Registered Nurse.

School of Nursing Mission Statement

Golden West College School of Nursing's mission is to provide accessible, affordable, and intellectually stimulating education that results in the student's successful completion of the nursing program.

GWC Nursing Department News

GWC Healthcare Career Fair

Monday, November 16 | 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM | GWC Goldie Square (Math & Science Lawn)

Registration is required. Register now!

We invite you to attend our first-ever Healthcare Career Fair! Meet representatives from healthcare facilities and universities, learn about career and new graduate opportunities, explore transfer pathways, and enjoy a complimentary lunch while you meet professionals in the field.

Representatives are expected from organizations including:

  • Rady Children’s Health (formerly CHOC)
  • Hoag
  • MemorialCare
  • Prime Healthcare
  • California State University, Fullerton
  • California State University, Dominguez Hills
  • Grand Canyon University
  • And many more!

Prepare for the Fair

Bring copies of your updated resume and come employment-ready in business attire, if possible. You don’t need to be actively looking for a job to attend- come prepared to ask questions and explore your options.


GWC School of Nursing Information Session

Interested in applying to the GWC Nursing Program? Attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions to learn everything you need to know about getting started!

These sessions provide a comprehensive overview of program requirements, prerequisite coursework, the application process, selection criteria, timelines, and important deadlines.

Upcoming Session:

Thursday, October 15 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Zoom (Virtual)

Register for the session now!

Advance registration is required as there are limited spots available. 


Fall 2027 ADN/CEP application period will be open from February 1st, 2027 to February 15th, 2027.
Spring 2028 ADN application period will be open from July 1st, 2027 to July 15th, 2027.
Fall 2027 LVN to RN application period will be open from April 1st, 2027 to April 15th, 2027.
Application Information webpage for the Online Nursing Application link will open only during application filing period.
Student ID# and Student Email Address from one of the Coast Community Colleges (Golden West College, Coastline College, or Orange Coast College) are required for the nursing admission application. Apply using the Application Information on the GWC Nursing website www.goldenwestcollege.edu/nursing/application/
If not a GWC student, complete the college application on the website (www.goldenwestcollege.edu/enrollment/admissions/application/).
Only a letter grade course are accepted for the Anatomy, Microbiology or Physiology courses.  Science courses must include a laboratory co-requisite.  All science courses must be completed prior to applying to the program to receive points on the application.
Contact the GWC Counseling Department for course equivalency.
ADN Curriculum
RN-BSN Co-Enrollment Program
Faculty
Achievement Data
Accreditation

SCHOOL OF NURSING

For more information contact:
The School of Nursing Office
NursingOffice@gwc.cccd.edu
714-895-8285

Follow us on Instagram
@gwcnursing

Nursing Handbook

Click on image above to
download Nursing Student
Handbook [PDF]