Nursing
What is Nursing?
Nursing, as an integral part of the health care system, encompasses the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and care of physically ill, mentally ill, and disabled people of all ages, in all health care and other community settings. Within this broad spectrum of health care, the phenomena of particular concern to nurses are individual, family, and group "responses to actual or potential health problems" (ANA, 1980, P.9). These human responses range broadly from health restoring reactions to an individual episode of illness to the development of policy in promoting the long-term health of a population.
✅Nursing FAQ ✅Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)
Nursing Program Resources
➡️Nursing Program Information Session
Find out how to get started towards a degree in Nursing.
In-person sessions will be held in January, February, August, and September 2025 on the Prescott and Verde campuses. Online sessions are self-paced and available anytime.
Drop-in Nursing Information Session Q&As will be held over Zoom in August, September, January, and February.
🚩 Applicants must complete a Nursing Information Session, online or in-person to be considered for placement in the program.
➡️ Nursing Information Session pdf
➡️ Attendance Verification Form – complete this form after viewing the Nursing Information Session pdf
Nursing Information Sessions – Drop-in Q&A
These hour-long Zoom sessions are intended for students to ask questions about the Nursing AAS application process, including both general inquiries and information about our CEP partnerships with Northern Arizona University, Arizona State University, Grand Canyon University, and University of Phoenix.
Location on Zoom: https://yavapai.zoom.us/j/3063012803
September 2024 Dates:
- Friday, September 6th, 2024 – 2:00 to 3:00 PM
- Thursday, September 12th, 2024 – 5:00 to 6:00 PM
- Monday, September 16th, 2024 – 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 – 2:00 to 3:00 PM
- Pre-entry requirements and Pre-admission Testing
- Pre-Admission Testing pdf
- TEAS / NACE-FON Test Preparation
➡️Nursing Entrance Exam Preparation
Admission to the Nursing program depends, in part, on how well you do on the pre-admission testing exam. Pre-admission testing must be completed at Yavapai College and is offered once a semester.
Test scores from other schools are not accepted. Students may take the test only once during each application cycle. Test scores are good for two consecutive application cycles (students may use the current test score that is the highest).
The program recommends that you give yourself at least six weeks to prepare before taking the ATI TEAS or NLN NACE FON v1.2 exam. Exam score must be submitted with the nursing application.
➡️Traditional AAS applicants: ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Exam
The ATI TEAS cumulative report results are to include student name, testing location, the cumulative score and scores from each of the following categories: Reading, English and Language usage, Math and Science. A minimum cumulative score of 58.7% is required for application submission. Make sure you are well prepared do your best! ATI TEAS scores account for 50% of your admission “score” according to the selection criteria.
➡️LPN-RN AP applicants (only): NLN Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam (NACE) Foundations of Nursing (FON) v1.2
LPN-RN AP applicants must complete the NLN Accelerated Challenge Exam Foundations of Nursing (NACE-FON v1.2). This exam measures the PN/VN applicant's foundational nursing knowledge, skills, and abilities. Payment for the NACE-FON v1.2 exam can be made directly to NLN.
The NLN NACE-FON v1.2 cumulative report results must include the student’s name, testing site (participant group), the cumulative score, and scores from the following categories: Analysis, Assessment, Evaluation, Implementation, and Planning. A minimum cumulative score of 68% is required for application submission. LPN-RN AP applicants must also register to take a dosage calculation competency.
LPN – RN AP applicants must also complete a dosage calculation exam with a score of 95% or higher to apply for advanced placement. If an applicant scores less than 95%, a second attempt is permitted. Follow-up testing is set up through the Testing Center. Study Guides are available.
💉 Dosage Calculation Practice Packetpdf
➡️ In order to make sure you are well prepared, these resources can help you prepare for the ATI TEAS or NLN NACE-FON exam
Registration is through the YC Testing Services website
Please refer to the testing center for nursing program admission testing for available dates and payment options:
Testing Center Academic Assessments
YC Learning Center
TEAS Study Group information:
928.776.2085
prescottlearningcenter@yc.edu.
Program Applications
- CEP Program Options pdf
- Nursing Application Information Guide pdf – contains all the information needed to be prepared to submit an application to the nursing program (both AAS and LPN-RN AP).
🚨 IMPORTANT! Please read 🚨
Applications must include the following
1) Nursing Program Application for Admission dynamic form – is available on the Yavapai College website at www.yc.edu/nursing. All document uploads must be submitted at this time otherwise the application will be considered incomplete.
2) Nursing Information Session attendance certificate- expires 12 months from workshop date.
3) Copy of your pre-admission test results. Results must be current (current and last application cycle) to be valid.
- a) AAS Nursing applicants will need to submit the ATI TEAS cumulative report with a score of 58.7% or higher.
- b) LPN – RN Advance Placement applicants will need to submit the NLN NACE FON v1.2 report with a score of 68% or higher.
4) Completed Advisor Pre-Entry Check Sheet Form for the Nursing Program signed and dated by Advisor and Applicant. You will receive a check sheet at your appointment with your advisor. The overall GPA requirement is 2.0 or higher to apply to the Nursing Program. To receive credit for classes taken at other colleges, courses must be evaluated to appear on your YC transcript. Please call 928-776-2106 (Prescott) or 928-634-6510 (Verde) to reach the Advising Department with questions or concerns.
5) Transcripts:
- a) Submit one unofficial Yavapai College transcript with Nursing Program Application. Unofficial transcripts can be printed from the student’s myYC Portal.
- b) If applicable, submit one unofficial transcript from every college attended.. To obtain credit on the Yavapai College Nursing Program Selection Criteria point system for pre-requisite completion, please provide all unofficial transcripts with your application.
- Official college transcripts of pre-entry and General Education courses must be received and evaluated in the Yavapai Registrar’s office. Official transcripts must be unopened and possess the official seal of the college registrar. Official transcripts are mailed directly to the Yavapai College Registrar at the time of admission. Hand-carried transcripts are not official transcripts and will not be accepted.
6) Copy of current Arizona CNA certificate or LNA license, OR proof of successful completion of AHS 114 (or equivalent course) within the last 3 years of the application deadline date.
- a) NOTE: LPN – RN Advance Placement applicants need to submit the Nursys Quick Confirm License Verification Report to provide proof of an unencumbered LPN license.
7) Printout of your current semester residency information from your myYC Portal: General Student Record page. For assistance, call 928-717-7777. Include a copy of your Arizona Driver’s License. If the issue date on your license is less than a year old, and you want points for Yavapai County Residency, also attach a copy of expired Arizona Driver’s License or utility bills in your name, or other documentation as appropriate to support one year’s county residency at time of application submission.
8) Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card. A copy of the front side and of the back side of the Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card are required as part of the application.
9) For VANEEP scholarship recipients only: Deferral form from advising.
10) For LPN – RN Advance Placement applicants:
- a) Certificate of completion of a pharmacology refresher course. (The course must be completed in the previous 12 months). Average pharmacology refresher courses range from 24-48 hours to complete and can cost between $260 – $700. The nursing program suggests Lecturio.com for a reasonable refresher course. This course will require a premium subscription from $19.99 – $29.99 per month and 34 hours to complete. Pharmacology Refresher Suggestion.
- b) Provide proof of satisfactory completion of an Intravenous Therapy Certification or provide transcripts of successful completion of the Yavapai College NSG 153 Development of Nursing Practice course or its equivalent. There is no recency requirement for the IV certification.
- c) Complete a dosage calculation exam with a score of 95% or higher to apply for advanced placement. If an applicant scores less than 95%, a second attempt is permitted. Follow-up testing is set up through the Testing Center. Study Guides are available from the nursing website.
- d) Skills testing will need to be completed and are scheduled through the nursing department once admission is secured. Skills will include Head to Toe Assessment, Medication Administration, IV start, and Sterile Procedure (Foley catheter insertion).
➡️ Apply for the Nursing AAS Program
The Nursing AAS application cycle is open:
∞ Spring 2025 Admission Application Dates: 09/03/2024 – 09/26/2024
∞ Fall 2025 Admission Application Dates: 02/03/2025 – 02/24/2025
We encourage you to remain engaged with your academic advisor to complete any outstanding electives or pre-requisites during this time.
➡️ Apply for the LPN to RN Advanced Program
The LPN – RN Advance Placement application cycle is open:
∞ Spring 2025 Admission Application Dates: 10/01/2024 – 10/21/2024
∞ Fall 2025 Admission Application Dates: 03/03/2025 – 03/24/2025
We encourage you to remain engaged with your academic advisor to complete any outstanding electives or pre-requisites during this time.
➡️ Apply for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)
Applications for the RN-BSN program opens when YC class registration opens. Typically October for spring courses and April for Summer/Fall courses. Check the YC website “Academic Calendar” to find out when registration opens.
∞ Spring 2025 Admission Application Opens: 10/14/2024
Yavapai College Nursing Program supports the readmission of qualified students with one withdrawal or failure. No readmission is guaranteed. The maximum time students can be out of the program is two semesters. After two semesters, students must apply as a new program student applicant to be considered for admission. Data and reapplication materials will be reviewed by the Nursing Admissions Committee, Nursing Program Instructional Support Staff, Director of Nursing, and Student Advising. Please see the Readmission Policy in the Nursing Student Handbook for full details.
Readmission Strategies for Success - pdf
∞ Deadline for Readmission Applications ∞
Friday, December 13th, 5 PM
New Student Information
Accreditation Information
The associate of applied science nursing program at Yavapai College at the Prescott Campus, Prescott, AZ, and Verde Valley Campus at Clarkdale, AZ is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for
Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
(404) 975-5000
acenursing.org
Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 W Adams Street, Suite 2000
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 771-7800
azbn.gov
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate of applied science nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at: ACE Nursing Program Search
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