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ADN Nursing Program

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Application Deadline Jun 19, 2026
Start Date Sep 8, 2026
Program Highlights
  • Approved by the BRN
  • Hands-On Sim Lab Training
  • Clinical Hours Provided
  • NCLEX-RN Exam Prep
  • Job Placement Assistance

*90 Approved Instructional Weeks

Mission

Program Mission

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts’ mission is to offer quality allied health and nursing programs that integrate professional skills, career-focused education, and hands-on practical experience by empowering students to develop and achieve their personal and career goals.

 

A.S. in Nursing Program Student Handbook
ADN Student Handbook

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Description

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts nursing graduates play an essential role in healthcare. Registered Nurses are vital to the healthcare team as they provide and coordinate patient care. RNs assess patients, administer medication and treatments, consult with doctors, and educate patients on how to manage their illnesses or injuries.

After program completion, students will receive an NCLEX prep class to prepare for the RN licensure board examination.

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Goals and Objectives

Provide a high-quality educational experience to each individual who aspires to enter the healthcare profession.

Provide a depth of human understanding and a wide range of nursing skills based on communication and scientific principles.

Guide the Associate Degree student in collaborative practice with other healthcare professionals to meet patient nursing needs.

Apply the nursing process to provide safe and effective care.

Help develop the Associate degree student to become a role model, patient advocate, patient educator, and caregiver who provides an environment conducive to maintaining dignity and maximizing each individual’s wellness.

Guide the Associate Degree student to become an active participant in the learning process and assist with self-awareness and self-direction.

Provide a shared learning environment among faculty and students by exchanging knowledge and experience to promote change within the participants.

Prepare the Associate Degree student with the knowledge, skill, and ability to administer safe, ethical, and competent nursing care as a beginning practitioner in various settings.

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Length and Schedule

Program length, Months
23*
Total Clock Hours
1,785
Semester Credit Hours
80
Clinical & Lab Hours
900

*90 Approved Instructional Weeks

The program information, length, and schedule are subject to change. Please read the accompanying Catalog and Addendum for important changes and updates. Check in with an admission advisor for details.

The ADN program offers two separate admission pathways, providing a degree program. Both paths consist of full-time attendance. The Instructor-to-Student ratio is 1:12 during the lab, 1:1 during clinical, 1:28 during residential lectures, and 1:25 during online lectures. 

Generic ADN (6 semesters for a total of 80 Semester Credit Hours):
Students will take 33 Semester Credit Hours of General Education courses via online delivery in the program’s first two semesters. The third semester is 15 weeks and consists of 14 Semester Credit Hours (9—lectures, 5—clinical and skills lab). Courses include Fundamentals of Nursing, which covers theory, skills, and clinical practice; Health Assessment; Pharmacology; and Pathophysiology. Theory and lab will be held Monday through Friday. The clinical schedule may vary depending on the availability of the clinical site.

The fourth semester consists of 10 Semester Credit Hours (6—lectures, 4—clinical). Courses include Introduction to Med/Surg I: Theory and Clinical, and Intermediate Med/Surg: Theory and Clinical. Classes will be held Monday through Friday, and the clinical schedule may vary depending on the availability of the clinical site.

The fifth semester consists of 14 Semester Credit Hours (9—lectures, 5—clinical). Courses include Maternal/Newborn Theory and Clinical, Care of Children Theory and Clinical, and Advanced Med/Surg I Theory and Clinical. Theory and lab will be held Monday through Friday. The clinical schedule may vary depending on the availability of the clinical site.

The sixth semester consists of 9 Semester Credit Hours (5—lectures, 4—clinical). Courses include Mental Health Nursing Theory and Clinical, Complex Med-Surg Theory and Clinical/Leadership. Classes will be held Monday through Friday, and the clinical schedule may vary depending on the availability of the clinical site.

Students in this pathway receive 885 hours of education and 900 hours of clinical and laboratory instruction, enabling them to apply lecture topics to practical use.

Length and Schedule - LVN to RN

Program Length, Months
8*
Semester Credit Hours
25

*33 Approved instruction Weeks

You can find information about the LVN to RN Advanced Placement pathway here.

Requirements

  • Please review the following General Admission Requirements for all programs.

    • Attend or view a live or recorded Information Session.
    • Applicants must meet the following admission policies of Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts:  immunization, health screening, background check, and CPR certification. (See Policies of Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts in the School Catalog and “Admissions.”)
    • Applicants must submit a completed application. It is recommended that interested applicants fill out the admission advisor form.
    • Applicants must complete the application and take the Admission Assessment, specifically the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS VII). It tests math, reading, English, language, and science. All students are encouraged to log on to atitesting.com for study material, other valuable resources, and information. The TEAS VII Test Passing score = 64 percent or better.
    • Applicants will be asked to pass an interview with the Nursing Program Director or Assistant Program Director in person or, either via a virtual conferencing platform, if necessary.
    • Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (on a 4-point scale) or higher in non-biology prerequisite coursework. Official transcripts are required.
    • Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (on a 4-point scale) or higher in math and science prerequisite coursework. Official transcripts are required.
    • Applicants must submit a two to three (2–3) pages written essay on why they have chosen professional nursing as a career.
    • Applicants must submit three (3) letters of recommendation to the nursing program. These may come from employers, immediate work supervisors, health-related facilities where the applicant has volunteered, or faculty from previous college/university coursework. These letters of recommendation must be submitted using formal organizational stationery.
    • The applicant will submit proof of health-related &/or community work, e.g., volunteering at health fairs, hospitals, or clinics, working with the homeless, mentoring or tutoring other students, or serving as a Big Brother or Big Sister. These experiences must be substantiated with a document or letter of verification on formal organizational stationery.
    • Applicants will be rank-ordered based on the following score, which includes:
      • Admission Assessment Test (TEAS)
      • Personal Interview
      • Written Essay
      • Three Letters of Recommendation
      • Community Work
      • Health-Related Experience

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  • Please review the following General Performance Requirements for all programs.

    Each program has physical and non-physical requirements to ensure our students’ and patients’ safety and welfare. Almost all of our students (check with an admission advisor if applicable) must be able to:

    • Handle stressful situations related to technical and procedural standards, as well as patient care situations.
    • Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies using the English language.
    • Communicate effectively with patients and staff in clear, concise English, both verbally and in written form.
    • Read and interpret (or learn how to) patient charts and requisitions.
    • Tolerate strong, unpleasant odors.
    • Provide physical and emotional support to the patients during procedures.
    • Report progress notes clearly and legibly in patient charts.
    • Meet class standards for successful course completion.
    • Collect, interpret, and integrate data about patients.
    • Recognize and respond appropriately to individuals of all ages, genders, and races from all socio-economic, religious, and cultural backgrounds.
    • Cope with heavy workloads, demanding patients, and life-threatening clinical situations.
    • Recognize and respond appropriately to potentially hazardous situations.
    • Demonstrate the physical and emotional capacity to work a 40-hour week on the clinical rotation.
    • Behave in an ethical, sound, competent, compassionate, and professional manner in the classroom and the clinic.
    • Requires intermittent sitting, standing, and walking up to eight (8) hours per day.
    • Requires bending, squatting, reaching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching.
    • Requires frequently lifting and carrying 25 pounds (11.34 kg) to 50 pounds (22.68 kg).
    • Requires pushing and pulling up to 100 pounds (45.36 kg).
    • Utilize the sense of hearing to communicate effectively with the patients and the healthcare team.
    • Utilize the sense of vision in all hospital lighting levels, which vary from low illumination to bright light levels.
    • Sit in class for up to six to eight hours per day.
    • Palpate anatomical structures and handle injured body parts without causing injury to the patient.
    • During exercise, give manual resistance to a patient’s arm, leg, or trunk.
    • Move with adequate agility and speed to ensure patient safety.
    • Walk and balance well enough to assist patients in walking and transferring with or without equipment, while preventing injury to both patients and oneself.
    • Safely grasp and manipulate small objects and set dials on electrical equipment.
    • Use visual, auditory, and tactile senses to observe patients and collect and interpret data.
    • Respond to warning sounds, machine alarms, and calls for help.

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  • The following requirements must be met for a student to graduate from the A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN) program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts:

    • The successful completion of all program courses and hours.
    • All financial obligations, including tuition and textbook charges, have been met.
    • To graduate from the Associate of Science in Nursing Program, students must successfully achieve a probability of passing NCLEX score of 90% or higher on the Comprehensive Predictor Exam.

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Admissions Point System

ADN Program Admissions Point SystemPoints Possible
I. Admission Exam, TEAS Test40
➢ 90.00-100.0040
➢ 80.0-89.9930
➢ 70.0-79.9920
➢ 64.0-69.9910
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts uses the Test of Essential Academic Skills. The required minimum composite score is 64 percent for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program. The program will only accept a maximum of two (2) attempts in one year, with the first passing score of 64 percent. If students do not attain the minimum of 64 percent on the first attempt, they may retest within one (1) year.
II. Post-Secondary Education20
➢ Associate Degree5
➢ Bachelor's Degree10
➢ Master's Degree and Higher20
III. Academic Achievement: College Level Courses and High School AP Courses30
A. GPA in Non-Biology Prerequisite Courses: Reading and Composition, Psychology, Public Speaking, Sociology, Critical Thinking, Nutrition
➢ GPA 2.50-2.592
➢ GPA 2.60-3.005
➢ GPA 3.01-3.5910
➢ GPA 3.60-4.0015
B. GPA in Math and Sciences: Intermediate Algebra, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology
➢ GPA 2.50-2.592
➢ GPA 2.60-3.005
➢ GPA 3.01-3.5910
➢ GPA 3.60-4.0015
IV. Application Essay to Nursing Program - APA Format10
Essay will include:
➢ Statement of purpose for enrolling into the nursing program2
➢ The essential functions and role of a nurse2
➢ Preparation to become successful in the nursing program2
➢ Accountability and integrity in the nursing profession2
➢ Grammar2
V. Healthcare Background5
➢ One to Three (1-3) Years3
➢ More Than Three (3) Years5
VI. Personal Interview20
➢ Professionalism
➢ Appearance and Demeanor
➢ Communication Skills
➢ Answering Skills
➢ Overall Impression
VII. Evaluation from the Office of Admissions5
➢ Professionalism1
➢ Timeliness1
➢ Communication1
➢ Compliance with the Requirements1
➢Self-Motivation1
Total Points Possible130

Career Services

We help to create a resume and portfolio
Creating a portfolio resume is a powerful way to showcase your skills and experiences to potential employers. At Gurnick Academy, we help you create a professional and polished resume to set you apart from the competition.
Mock Interviews
Mock interviews are a valuable tool to prepare you for the real thing. Gurnick Academy offers mock interviews to help you build confidence and practice your interviewing skills before meeting with potential employers.
Support you after graduation
Your success doesn't end at graduation, that's why we offer support for our graduates even after they leave our institution. From career counseling to networking opportunities, we're here to help you take the next step in your career journey.
Gurnick Edge
Gurnick Edge is a website geared to professionally enhancing nurses. There are multiple professional building segments with easy to use tutorials. Along with the professional development, Gurnick Edge offers professional profiles that the student creates while in their respective programs.
Professional Development Workshops
Continuous learning is key to professional growth and success, that's why we offer professional development workshops to help our students and alumni stay current in their field. From soft skills to industry-specific training, our workshops provide valuable insights and skills to advance your career.
One-on-One and Interview Coaching
Achieving your career goals can be challenging, but with our one-on-one and interview coaching services you'll have the support you need to succeed. Our expert coaches will work with you to develop your skills, confidence and prepare you for success in job interviews.

Program Outline

Course NumberCourse TitleABHES Clock HoursBRN Clock HoursSemester Credit Hours
GE 020AHuman Body in Health & Disease I w/ Lab75.090.04.0
GE 041General Microbiology with Lab75.090.04.0
GE 222English Reading and Composition45.045.03.0
GE 112Algebra I45.045.03.0
GE 202General Psychology45.045.03.0
GE 020BHuman Body in Health and Disease II with Lab75.090.04.0
GE 031Nutrition in Health and Disease45.045.03.0
GE 110Critical Thinking45.045.03.0
GE 201Introduction to Sociology45.045.03.0
GE 240Public Speaking, Basics of Effective Communication45.045.03.0
RN 100Fundamentals of Nursing Theory*45.045.03.0
RN 101Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical and Lab*157.5157.53.5
RN 102Health Assessment Theory*30.030.02.0
RN 103Health Assessment Skills Lab*67.567.51.5
RN 104Fundamentals of Pharmacology30.030.02.0
RN 106Pathophysiology30.030,02.0
RN 200Medical/Surgical I Theory-Introduction to Med/Surg*45.045.03.0
RN 201Medical/Surgical I Clinical-Introduction to Med/Surg*90.090.02.0
RN 202Medical/Surgical II Theory-Intermediate to Med/Surg*45.045.03.0
RN 203Medical/Surgical II Clinical-Intermediate to Med/Surg*90.090.02.0
RN 300Maternal Newborn Theory*45.045.03.0
RN 301Maternal Newborn Clinical*67.567.51.5
RN 302Care of Children Theory*45.045.03.0
RN 303Care of Children Clinical*67.567.51.5
RN 304Medical/Surgical III Theory-Advanced Med/Surg*45.045.03.0
RN 305Medical/Surgical III Clinical-Advanced Med/Surg*90.090.02.0
RN 400Mental Health Theory*30.030.02.0
RN 401Mental Health Clinical*90.090.02.0
RN 402Medical/Surgical IV Theory-Complex/Critical Care*45.045.03.0
RN 403Medical/Surgical IV Clinical-Complex/Critical Care Med/Surg & Leadership*90.0902.0
Total1,785.01,830.080.0

*Paired course. Refer to the course description for more information.

Read the A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN) Program Course Descriptions.

 

Credit Granting

Credit Granting Policy

Credits earned from courses or programs accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (U.S. DoE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA):

  1. Licensed Vocational Nursing Courses (22 Semester Credit Hours)
  2. Other courses that the school determines are equivalent to courses in the program.

Students who fail RN 402 may submit proof of passing the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain credit for RN 402 and graduate from the ADN Program. All other graduation requirements (i.e., zero account balance) must also be met.

In compliance with the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), military education and experience credit is available at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts. Individuals who have held Military Health Care Occupations, specifically: Basic Medical Technician Corpsman (Navy HM or Air Force BMTCP), Army Health Care Specialist (68W Army Medic), or Air Force Independent Duty Medical Technician (IMDT 4NOX1C) may achieve advanced placement into semester two of the associate degree nursing program upon review and approval from the Associate Degree Nursing Program Director. Submission of documentation of education and experience qualifying them for the specific Military Health Care Occupation, and upon successful completion of the challenge exam, dosage calculation exam, and skills competency evaluation.

  • Applicants must meet all admission requirements of the Associate Degree Nursing Program, complete the designated prerequisites, and achieve a minimum score of 64% on the current Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) and a minimum GPA of 2.5.
  • Applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge from the military and proof of military service within the last five (5) years.
  • Acceptance into the Associate Degree Nursing Program is based on space availability, military education and experience eligibility, a minimum passing score of 75% on the Challenge Exam, and 100% on a dosage calculation exam.
  • Military Challenge students applying to the Associate Degree Nursing Program after failure at another school will not be eligible for acceptance into the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts.

An admission course is required for all students electing to enroll in the LVN Advanced Placement Pathways for the ADN and BSN programs. The RN 180 Nursing Transition Advanced Placement Theory & Lab is the admission course. It is a five (5) unit, 120-hour course that evaluates the student’s readiness to be eligible for enrollment into the Advanced Placement pathway. The student must demonstrate the required knowledge and skills to complete this course.

All students must complete the RN 180 course before starting any Professional Courses. Students enrolled in the RN 180 are eligible to challenge the OB and Pediatrics courses. Students must contact the Assistant Director to request the challenge exams. The OB and Pediatrics theory courses are paired with a corresponding clinical course. Failure in one course equals failure in the paired course.

Students must pass the challenge exams before scheduling the competency exams. The minimum passing score for the challenge exam is 90%, and the minimum passing score for the competency exam is 90%. If the above requirements are unmet, the student will complete the required courses as scheduled.

Clinical Training

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts considers clinical experience essential in healthcare education.

Students must be rotated throughout our affiliated medical facilities while attending our A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN) Program.

Job Outlook and Salary for Registered Nurses

View the O*Net Online 29-1141.00 Registered Nurses job profile for general information about the profession. Find information about salary data for California and major cities near the campus where the program is offered.

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Accreditation and Approval

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts holds national institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). ABHES accreditation does not include continuing education courses.

ABHES Mailing Address:
6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730
North Bethesda, MD 20852

ABHES Phone: 301-291-7550
ABHES Email: Info
ABHES Website: abhes.org

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. CPPEA governs the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.

The Office of Student Assistance and Relief is available to support prospective students, current students, or past students of private postsecondary educational institutions in making informed decisions, understanding their rights, and navigating available services and relief options. The office may be reached by calling (888) 370- 7589, option #5, or by visiting osar.bppe.ca.gov.

BPPE Mailing Address:
1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 225
Sacramento, CA 95834

BPPE Phone: 888-370-7589
BPPE Email: General
BPPE Website: bppe.ca.gov

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) to provide the A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN) program.

BRN Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 944210
Sacramento, CA 94244

BRN Phone: 916-322-3350
BRN Website: rn.ca.gov

Licensure

Consult the Catalog with the Addendum to find more information about Licensure, Certification, and Registry Disclaimer.


State Authorization
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts provides information on whether its programs meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in each state. Students are encouraged to review the Curriculum and Licensure Requirements by State available on the Academy’s website here to determine if a specific program fulfills the requirements in their intended state of residence or employment.

Financial Aid

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Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts aims to help every student obtain Financial Aid* to attend their chosen program. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts participates in various federal and state student financial assistance programs.

The financial aid programs are designed to assist students with inadequate financial resources to meet their education’s total cost. Each campus has a Financial Aid Advisor who can help students with any financial aid questions.

For more information, please visit our Financial Aid page.

*for those who qualify

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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • All applicants must pass the TEAS entrance exam with a minimum passing score of 64 percent or better. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts allows two (2) attempts within 365 days.

  • Yes. Details about prerequisite courses can be found in the Admission Requirements.

  • All clinical sites are provided to nursing students.

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