Nursing Programs

You will need to have your previous academic records along with your scanned-in supporting documentation to complete an application. Once you have completed the application, you will not be able to make changes or upload additional documents.

Take a moment to review the requirements and recommendations for each program below.

Then select the program for which you would like to apply.

Associate Degree Nursing Program

Requirements

• English
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in English 1
• Math
  Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra, MATH130A or MATH130 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher. Any math course over the Intermediate Algebra level will be accepted.
• Anatomy 1
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in Anatomy 1 (Human Anatomy or Equivalent.)
• Physiology 1
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in Physiology 1 (Human Physiology or Equivalent.)
• Biology 2
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in Biology 2 (General Microbiology or Equivalent.)

Recommendations

1. Attend an Information Meeting with the following addition: Information meetings are held via Zoom. Please email Marc Smith, Nursing & Allied Health Coordinator, at m4smith@lbcc.edu for meeting dates and Zoom link.

If Accepted…

1. Take the ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI TEAS) Long Beach City College adheres to the guidelines provided by the California Community College Chancellors Office with regards to the TEAS test and remediation policy. After acceptance into the nursing program, students must pass the TEAS test with a 62% or higher on their first attempt. If students do not pass on their first attempt, they will be referred to the Learning and Academic Resource Center to be assigned a remediation plan.
2. Complete a Background Check Students are required to complete a background check. Clinical facilities reserve the right to refuse placement based on previous convictions on background checks. Ability to obtain licensure may also be affected by a record of convictions.

Career Ladder LVN-RN Program

To enroll in this program you must be a currently Licensed Vocational Nurse and submit a copy of your license with your application.

Requirements

• English
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in English 1
• Math
  Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra, MATH130A or MATH130 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher. Any math course over the Intermediate Algebra level will be accepted.
• Anatomy 1
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in Anatomy 1 (Human Anatomy or Equivalent.)
• Physiology 1
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in Physiology 1 (Human Physiology or Equivalent.)
• Biology 2
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in Biology 2 (General Microbiology or Equivalent.)

Recommendations

1. Attend an Information Meeting During the COVID campus closure, information meetings will be held by video conference. To attend, please register for one of the scheduled information meetings . You will receive emailed instructions before the meeting.

Licensed Vocational Nursing Program

Requirements

• English
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in English 1 or English 105. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Equivalent courses taken at other colleges must be reviewed by Admissions & Records LBCC for approval.
• Reading
  Successful completion with a grade of "C" or higher in READ 82, READ 83, READ 84 or higher. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Equivalent courses taken at other colleges must be reviewed by Admissions & Records LBCC for approval.
• Math
  Satisfying this proficiency may be achieved by any one of the following:

Recommendations

1. Attend an Information Meeting During the COVID campus closure, information meetings will be held by video conference. To attend, please register for one of the scheduled information meetings . You will receive emailed instructions before the meeting.
2. Obtain Clinical Requirements If accepted into the VN program, the student will be notified via email and should begin the process of obtaining the clinical requirements needed for entry.
   • Purchase the Medical Document Manager package from Castlebranch, Inc. by placing an order and entering the code LB67 in the form field.
   • Follow the instructions and fill out the necessary information to complete your order.
3. Complete a Background Check All incoming students must have cleared a background check within the last 18 months from the program start date through Castlebranch, Inc. You can purchase a background check by placing an order and entering the code LB67 in the form field.

The Associate Degree in Nursing program is a four-semester program preparing the student to apply for licensure and enter entry-level practice as a Registered Nurse.

Applications for Fall 2025 will be accepted from March 3 – March 6, 2025

Applications for Spring 2026 will be accepted from August 4, 2025 – August 7, 2025

The Career Ladder LVN to RN program prepares the Licensed Vocational Nurse to enter the Associate Degree Nursing program at an advanced level.

Students applying for the 30-unit option Certificate of Achievement leading to non-degree licensure as an RN must meet with the ADN program director prior to applying for the LVN to RN program.

Applications for the LVN-RN program will be accepted from June 24, 2025 – June 27, 2025.

The Vocationa Nursing program prepares students for licensure and entry-level practice as a License Vocational Nurse.

Applications for Fall 2024 will be accepted from May 20-23, 2024.

Applications for Spring 2025 will be accepted from November 12-15, 2024.