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January, 2017 l Working World l WorkingWorld.com 11 CAREER TRAINING FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS available to those who qualify. Just like the real world. Our BSN program is challenging and rewarding. ADVANCED SIMULATION CENTERS OVER 300 CLINICAL PARTNERS NATION-WIDE WCU graduates receive ongoing. CE discounts through our partner. company, Contemporary Forums. Learn more now—800-251-1894 WestCoastUniversity.edu To be successful in the rewarding yet challenging career of nursing, you'll need to hit the ground running. West Coast University is committed to preparing skilled and well-educated graduates who are ready to enter the work force. 1 Practice Experience is required in order to graduate from the RN to BSN, RN to MSN and MSN degree programs. The WCU RN to BSN, RN to MSN and MSN degree programs are not available to residents in all states. 2 Program requirements include 6 onsite intensives, and 650 precepted hours in order to graduate. Travel costs are not included in tuition and fees. To practice in California, graduates must obtain national certification and seek BRN approval through "Method Two". For more information about Certification application requirements, please visit the California Board of Registered Nursing at: http://www.rn.ca. gov/pdfs/applicants/np-app.pdf. 3 The WCU online nursing and MHA degree programs are offered through the Orange County, CA campus and may not be available to residents in all states. For graduation rates, median debt of graduates completing these programs and other important information, visit westcoastuniversity.edu/disclosures On Campus Programs: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to BSN Online Programs: Registered Nurse to BSN 1 Registered Nurse to MSN 1 Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) 1 -multiple tracks available MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) 2 Post-Master's FNP 2 Master of Health Administration 3 Programs vary by campus training. For example, students in graphic design get a lot of hands-on training with design programs like Adobe InDesign and Photoshop so they become proficient and are ready to work once they finish their degree. STAFF WITH EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF STUDY: Many staff members of career colleges are also working in the fields they teach and can help students gain a better understanding of what might be expected of them once they get a job. CAREER SERVICES: Career colleges have a team of career services representatives who can help students prepare resumes, practice interview skills and locate job search resources. ACCREDITATION: Career colleges are typically accredited by national accreditation agencies that measure faculty experience and outcomes such as graduation and employment rates. Conversely, community colleges and traditional colleges are most often regionally accredited and are measured on areas such as student learning, teacher effectiveness, and resources available. "Career colleges and community colleges appeal to different types of students," says Shibli. "We recommend visiting colleges and talking with enrolled students to determine the best choice. We want to enroll students who are passionate about their fu- ture and will be successful." LICENSED: Pharmacy Technician, Certified Nurse Assistant, CareGiver, CPR/1st Aid. • Low tuition • Accelerated programs • Job assistance • Flexible schedule. California Medical Career Institute 8500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills 310-889-5956 YOU CAN BECOME A LICENSED DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN IN 7 WEEKS Also offering Dialysis Ambassador training ($100)