International Nurses Program

RN Courses for International RNs Overview

RN international graduates who would like to work in California are required to pass the NCLEX-RN exam and gain a license from the California State Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). The BRN may also require you to take courses at an approved college prior to taking the NCLEX-RN exam.

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What is an RN?

Registered Nurses (RNs) coordinate patient care, educate patients, and supervise LVNs. RNs can also perform more complex nursing tasks due to the extra years of schooling and rigorous testing.

Does Unitek College offer RN courses for international nurses near me?

RN courses for international nurses are available at the Fremont campus.

What are some of the RN courses at Unitek?

Unitek offers courses that may be required for you by the BRN. These courses include the following:

RN224A – Maternal/newborn Nursing Theory
RN224B – Maternal/newborn Nursing Clinical
RN404A – Complex Adult Health Theory
RN404B – Complex Adult Health Clinical

What are the course descriptions?

Complex Adult Health – Theory: The course focuses on adult patients with unstable emergent critical illnesses. Students integrate nursing, technological and scientific knowledge with clinical judgment to potentiate optimal health with a diverse patient population. Students utilize comprehensive assessment techniques, advanced nursing skills and multiple nursing modalities to maximize optimal health.

Complex Adult Health – Clinical: The course focuses on adult patients with unstable emergent critical illnesses. Students integrate nursing, technological and scientific knowledge with clinical judgment to potentiate optimal health with a diverse patient population. The acute care units, Intensive care units, post-surgical units, telemetry units, emergency room units and surgical units in hospitals are used for the clinical component of this course. Students care for multiple patients on the medical-surgical units in the clinical component.

Maternal/Newborn – Theory: This course, sometimes referred to as an “OB” or “Obstetrics” course, provides theoretical instruction on the care of women during stages of pregnancy and care of newborns. Subject matter includes but is not limited to the following: prenatal care, assessment of normal pregnancy, fetal development, post-partum care, high risk pregnancy, high risk labor and delivery, high risk newborns.

Maternal/Newborn – Clinical: Clinical experience is provided in multiple healthcare settings. The Benner Model from Novice to Expert, the concepts from Jean Watson’s Caring Theory, and NLN Roles of Practice will all be used within the framework of the nursing process to implement care for culturally diverse maternal/newborn clients.

How do I know which courses I need to take?

If you don’t know which courses you need to take, we can help you find out by contacting the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please fill out the “Get Started” form or give us a call at 510-896-7571.

What are other requirements for international nurses?

In addition to course requirements, you must also complete several other requirements. These include fingerprinting, background checks, application fees, etc.

How much are RN courses for international nurses?

Out-of-pocket costs can vary depending on your situation. There are several financing options available to students who qualify. If you want to learn more, our financial aid team can help you build a plan to manage educational costs.

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Unitek College RN Courses (9.5 Credits)

Unitek offers courses that may be required for you by the BRN. These courses include the following:

RN224A – Maternal/newborn Nursing Theory
RN224B – Maternal/newborn Nursing Clinical
RN404A – Complex Adult Health Theory
RN404B – Complex Adult Health Clinical

If you don’t know which courses you need to take, we can help you find out by contacting the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please fill out the above form or give us a call at 510-896-7571.

Students completing these courses will receive a transcript (not a diploma or degree).

When taken individually (outside of a BSN program enrollment) Federal Financial Aid is not available for these courses.

Course Totals	Credit Hours
Course Totals	9.5

Course	Credit Hours
RN224A - Maternal/Newborn Nursing -Theory	2.5
RN224B - Maternal/Newborn Nursing - Clinical	1
RNSG244 - Nursing Across the Lifespan IV Med/Surg IV - Theory	3.5
RNSG245 - Nursing Across the Lifespan IV Med/Surg IV - Clinical	2.5

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International RN Tuition & Financing Options

Tuition costs can vary depending on your situation. However, we offer several financing options to qualifying students.

This is why we offer personalized counseling from a student finance advisor to help make your college experience more affordable. Please reach out to a financial aid representative for more information.

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A Career in Nursing

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide medical care to patients in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. They also educate patients and their families about health conditions, risk factors, and tips for maintaining a healthier life.

Registered nursing duties typically include assessing patient symptoms and conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, and developing treatment plans alongside doctors and other healthcare professionals. Depending on their locations, some RNs may also operate medical equipment or help perform diagnostic exams.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), RN employment is expected to grow by 6% by 2032. Becoming a Registered Nurse can also lead to a steady source of income. The BLS reports that the average salary of an RN is about $94,000.

Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program. (accessed on 4/5/2024)

International RN Admissions Requirements

Our admissions team is eager to help you understand all the options surrounding your education. During your enrollment period, an admissions representative will guide you through every step of the admissions process. Our goal is to help you feel confident and ready to succeed before your first semester. Please reach out to an admissions representative for more information.

RN courses for international nurses are available at the Fremont campus.

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