In accordance with State Law, this option allows the student to meet minimum requirements to sit for the state licensure exam by taking thirty units or less. At Grossmont College this option includes the following courses:
| Course | Unit Value |
| Prerequisites | |
| Biology 141- Physiology | 3 |
| Biology 141L-Physiology Lab | 1 |
| Biology 152- Microbiology | 5 |
| Nursing Courses | |
| Nursing 118: Pharmacology I | 1 |
| Nursing 119: Pharmacology II | 1 |
| Nursing 220: Nursing Management in Nurtritional-Metabolic Disorders | 5 |
| Nursing 222: Neurologic and Psychiatric Nursing | 5 |
| Nursing 230: Nursing Management in Cardio-Pulmonary and Circulatory Disorders | 6 |
| Nursing 235: Preceptored Patient Care Management | 3 |
| Total | 30 |
This option has both advantages and disadvantages.
The primary advantages are;
The disadvantages are;
Before considering the 30-unit option, please consult with the Director of Nursing at Grossmont College to discuss the advantages and disadvantages. Please contact the Nursing Program office at (619)644-7301 to set up a time to speak with the director.
Applicants who desire this option will complete the same application form required for LVN-RN Step-Up students and should indicate this choice on the application form where appropriate. Students may apply upon completion of the program pre-requisite courses.
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