Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

The Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program at Merced College is a 2–4 year certificate at this public institution in Merced, CA. Classified under CIP 51.3801, this program prepares students to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and enter practice as registered nurses in clinical, hospital, and community health settings.

Merced College offers this program as part of a broader set of health and technical credentials. Related programs at the school include Electrician (at both certificate levels), Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Nursing is among the most in-demand healthcare fields, and this certificate provides direct preparation for professional licensure and employment.