Post-Baccalaureate in Pre-Nursing Studies
Post-Baccalaureate in Pre-Nursing Studies
Complete rigorous math and science courses to prepare to apply for accelerated undergraduate nursing programs or entry-level M.S. studies.
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What you can learn.
Enhance your nursing school application.
The UCLA Extension Post-Baccalaureate in Pre-Nursing Studies is designed to provide foundational classes for students planning on applying to entry-level master’s programs or accelerated bachelor’s programs in nursing.
The Certificate is a rigorous full-service offering geared toward working adults; curriculum courses in math and the sciences may fulfill nursing school prerequisites. In addition to evening and weekend classes, expert program advisors, instructors who work in the field and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, the program delivers key continuing education needs such as:
- The latest information about emerging research in the health sciences
- Academic counseling and resources, including student orientation, optional resume critiques and answers to questions about completing nursing school applications
- Support during the nursing school application process
- Optional workshops on writing a personal statement
- Help identifying sources for nursing volunteer hours, including potential opportunities with the Nursing Volunteer Program at UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital
Format: In-Person + Limited Online Courses
Duration: 1 year (full-time), 2 years (part-time)
Our Advisory Board includes licensed, practicing health care professionals in
the nursing field. Members participated in curriculum development and review, determining admission requirements, and vetting instructors. They include:
- Barbara Bates-Jensen PhD, RN, WOCN, FAAN, Professor, UCLA School of Nursing
- Suzette Cardin RN, PhD, former Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at UCLA School of Nursing
- Cord Kirshner RN, MSN, Clinical Nurse, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Khanh Luu RN, MSN, Nursing Volunteer Program Manager, UCLA Health System
- Michelle Tolentino RN, MSN, Director of Nursing Administration, UCLA Health System
Earned credits are transferable to UC and Cal State University campuses, as well as many universities nationwide (some limitations may apply).
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Virtual Open House
Learn how our program can help you achieve your pre-nursing goals in this informative, interactive session with an opportunity for general advising.
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Cost and Fees
International Student Fees
How to Get Started
Courses in this program are open enrollment, and each class is paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program however, establishing candidacy provides many benefits exclusive to our certificate students.
To fulfill program requirements, students must complete a total of 37 units—including nine required classes and two optional electives—with a grade of “C” or better in each course.
Students are required to maintain a quarterly “B” (3.0) average GPA in the Certificate. Any student not meeting minimum scholarship standards will be contacted by the Student Affairs Officer working in the Department, and offered resources and counseling.
How to Apply
- Click the Apply Now button below
- Login or create a new student account
- Once you are logged into the student portal, you can select “My Applications” from the left side menu at any time to return to your application. Click the yellow “Start” button to proceed.
- On the Certificate Application page, follow the instructions and click save. Then submit your application.
- Proceed to checkout and pay the nonrefundable candidacy fee to finalize your application.
This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.
International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.
While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.
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Required Courses
General and Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
General Chemistry for Life Scientists I
General Chemistry for Life Scientists II
Introduction to Human Anatomy
Introduction to Human Physiology
Statistics Requirement
Introduction to Statistical Methods for Life and Health Sciences
Introduction to Statistical Reasoning
Prepare for Medical School
For students interested in applying to medical school or other pre-health programs, UCLA Extension also offers a post-baccalaureate certificate program in Pre-Medical and General Science Studies.
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