LVN to RN 30 unit program

Hi I'm about to star the lvn to RN 30 unit program in west coast university and I want to know if any body has taking it and how was it? Do you do the 10 months all together or you take breaks in between?

Any info will be helpful

thanks

I would be VERY wary of any LVN to RN program that does NOT end up with a degree being awarded. This is from their catalog: "Students who choose the 30 unit option will not receive a certificate or degree from West Coast University and are not considered a graduate of the University." What this means, in very simple terms is that if you complete this program, and you get licensed, your California RN license will state "30 Unit Option" probably forever. You will NOT be a graduate of any nursing program so employers may not want to hire you because you will not be a program graduate and you will not hold an ADN/BSN as part of your initial RN licensure. Some employers state that applicants MUST have graduated from an accredited program, so you may have a very difficult time finding a job as an RN.

The other problem is that other states may not recognize the 30 Unit Option RN license from California so if you choose this path, you'll likely have nearly zero reciprocity.

I have an ADN and I'm an RN. My license will be recognized throughout the US as I hold a nursing degree stating I completed a Registered Nursing course of Study.

Personally, I'd rethink your choice because of the limitations placed on 30 unit option RNs.

It's 60,000 but no waiting list of any of that and it will work with my work schedule.

I know it's only valid in California but I don't think I'm going anywhere else. It's just that I have 2 jobs and WCU seems to be the only one that will work with my jobs schedule

Has anybody taken the LVN to RN 30 unit program in west coast university?

Has anybody taken the LVN to RN 30 unit program in west coast university?

I don't think many people have as the first poster mentioned, you are awarded no degree. So that means you are stuck in CA forever. You never know what the future will bring & what may happen. I would never go to school & do something that would limit where I could live/work.

Maybe try googling reviews on the program...

Hi! does anyone know the schedule for the ADN program in American Career College in Los Angeles CA?

Yes, I called but they don't give that information over the phone. I would have to sign up for one of their info sessions..

Thanks

El Camino College has no wait period as long as you have the general education, pre-reqs and TEAS test for the ADN Program.

I don't see how anyone would want to go for a 30 Unit Option with no degree. I have never seen a job advertisement saying they will accept it. As much as the healthcare industry is trying to phase out ADNs and accepting only BSN and higher, I would not even bother doing a 30 Unit only to get nothing from it.

I used to be into West Coast University because I have VA benefits and don't have to pay out of pocket but I would not even let the VA pay for it because they charge entirely too much. A 30 Unit being $60,000 is absolutely ridiculous. Just my opinion.

ADNs are much cheaper and you get a degree and can find jobs much easier. There are also BSN programs that you can get in with the same pre reqs and general ed and be ahead of the game and its only 2 years. Many have no wait period. I suggest get on the school websites getting the information and attending the school information session.