Program
Associate Degree in Nursing
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Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing · Riverside, California
Nursing School in Riverside, California
Explore nursing education at Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing at North-West College in Riverside, California. Begin your path toward registered nursing through ADN, or build on your RN experience through the RN-to-BSN pathway.
Address4601 La Sierra Avenue, Riverside, CA 92505
Phone(951) 405-7800
Monday–Thursday8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Friday8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday–SundayClosed
Programs offeredADN and RN-to-BSN
your nursing school in Riverside
A local campus for hands-on nursing education.
Located on La Sierra Avenue, the Riverside campus serves prospective nursing students in Riverside County and the Inland Empire. Students develop nursing knowledge and patient-care skills through classroom education, laboratory practice and clinical experiences. The campus offers ADN for initial RN preparation and RN-to-BSN for licensed nurses continuing their education.
Riverside, CaliforniaADN and RN-to-BSNCampus tours
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LEARNING SPACES
Build practical skills
Develop patient assessment, nursing care, communication and clinical decision-making through laboratory practice and supervised clinical experiences.
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LOCAL SUPPORT
Learn with support
Study with experienced instructors in a learning environment focused on helping nursing students develop knowledge and confidence.
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PROGRAM FORMAT
Begin or advance your career
Choose the ADN pathway for initial RN preparation or RN-to-BSN for licensed registered nurses building on prior nursing education.
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CAMPUS VISIT
See it for yourself
Schedule a personal tour to learn about the Riverside campus, ask questions and discuss current program availability.
Nursing programs in Riverside
Begin your path toward registered nursing with ADN, or build on your current RN license and nursing education through RN-to-BSN. Compare the two pathways below.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
For students preparing to become registered nurses.
Develop patient-care skills, clinical reasoning, teamwork and communication through classroom education, laboratory training and supervised clinical experiences.
- Complete the ADN pathway in as little as 24 months.
- Practice nursing skills in labs and real healthcare settings.
- Learn in small classes with personalized attention.
- NCLEX-RN preparation and job placement assistance.
RN-to-BSN Program
For licensed registered nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Build on your previous nursing education and clinical experience. Asynchronous online lectures and hands-on clinical training support study in:
- Leadership in healthcare.
- Evidence-based nursing practice.
- Healthcare systems and policy.
- Advanced patient care.
See the learning environment
Connect nursing knowledge with practical experience.
Classroom education, skills laboratories and supervised clinical learning help students prepare for patient care. Explore the campus and ask about the learning environment on a personal tour.
student support
Support for your next step in nursing.
Connect with the campus team for admissions information, faculty guidance and career preparation.
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GETTING STARTED
Admissions guidance
Speak with the Riverside team about the ADN and RN-to-BSN pathways, current enrollment availability and the next steps to apply. Apply online.
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LEARNING SUPPORT
Faculty support
Learn with experienced instructors who support nursing knowledge, practical skills and preparation for clinical care.
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PERSONAL ATTENTION
Personalized attention
Small classes and a supportive academic community help students stay connected with their learning.
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CAREER PREPARATION
Career preparation
The ADN pathway includes NCLEX-RN preparation and job placement assistance. Graduates may pursue opportunities in hospitals, outpatient clinics, community health, long-term care and specialty settings. Employment and licensure are not guaranteed.
plan your visit
Address, hours and directions.
Visit the Riverside campus, serving prospective students from Riverside County and the Inland Empire.
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
at North-West College, Riverside
4601 La Sierra Avenue
Riverside, CA 92505
at North-West College, Riverside
4601 La Sierra Avenue
Riverside, CA 92505
(951) 405-7800
Toll-free: 1-888-740-9449
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Your local nursing school
Serving students in Riverside County and the Inland Empire.
Located on La Sierra Avenue, the Riverside campus serves prospective nursing students in Riverside County and the Inland Empire. Students develop nursing knowledge and patient-care skills through classroom education, laboratory practice and clinical experiences. The campus offers ADN for initial RN preparation and RN-to-BSN for licensed nurses continuing their education.
Nursing graduates may pursue opportunities in hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, community health organizations and other healthcare settings. Individual roles depend on licensure, education, experience and employer requirements.
Approval, accreditation + licensure
Program approval and institutional recognition.
The ADN program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Review the campus information and speak with Admissions about the program and applicable requirements.
PROGRAM APPROVAL
ADN program approval
The Associate Degree in Nursing program at Riverside is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. It prepares graduates for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.
INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION
ABHES accreditation
North-West College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
FEDERAL RECOGNITION
U.S. Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education recognizes accrediting agencies, including ABHES, that review educational quality. This recognition applies to the accrediting agency; the Department does not directly accredit colleges.
STATE OVERSIGHT
California BPPE
The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education oversees private postsecondary education in California, including institutional approval to operate and consumer protection. State approval to operate is separate from accreditation.
Licensure pathwayADN graduates must meet the applicable nursing board requirements and pass the NCLEX-RN to become registered nurses. Completing a program does not guarantee licensure or employment. RN-to-BSN builds on an existing RN background; it is a separate pathway from initial ADN preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan your visit and explore nursing in Riverside.
Answers about the campus, programs, clinical learning and your next steps.
The campus is located at 4601 La Sierra Avenue, Riverside, CA 92505. Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing operates here at North-West College. Call (951) 405-7800 for campus information.
The Riverside campus offers the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) pathway for students preparing to become registered nurses and an RN-to-BSN pathway for licensed registered nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Monday through Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: closed. Contact the campus to confirm holiday or special hours before visiting.
Yes. Schedule a personal campus tour or call (951) 405-7800 to arrange a visit and discuss your questions.
Yes. The program includes supervised clinical experiences that help students apply classroom learning to patient assessment, treatment planning, communication with healthcare teams and compassionate care.
Yes. The ADN program prepares graduates to pursue registered nurse licensure through the NCLEX-RN examination, subject to the nursing board’s eligibility requirements.
Call (951) 405-7800, call toll-free at 1-888-740-9449, or use the Request Information form on this page.
The campus describes the ADN pathway as taking as little as 24 months. Program length can vary with scheduling and enrollment structure; speak with Admissions for current timelines and availability.
After meeting RN licensure requirements, graduates may pursue nursing roles in hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, community health organizations and specialty care settings. Placement is not guaranteed.
Yes. The ADN program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Contact Admissions to review current program information and applicable licensure requirements.
The Riverside campus serves students from Riverside County and the Inland Empire. Contact the campus to discuss your program interests and plan a visit.
Yes. The RN-to-BSN program builds on prior nursing education and clinical experience through study in leadership, evidence-based practice, healthcare systems and policy, and advanced patient care. It combines asynchronous online lectures with hands-on clinical training and can be completed in as little as four semesters. Explore the RN-to-BSN program.
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come see Riverside
Explore your next step in Riverside.
Request information or schedule a tour. The Riverside Admissions team can help you learn about ADN and RN-to-BSN and current enrollment opportunities.