Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing · Greater Los Angeles

One school. Every step of your nursing journey.

Start your nursing career. Advance your education. Build toward what comes next with ADN, RN-to-BSN, and MSN programs at Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing.

Learn By Doing. Build Skills That Matter.
Let’s find your next step

Your future starts here.

Tell us where you are in your nursing journey. Connect with Admissions about program options, requirements, and upcoming enrollment opportunities.

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Hands-On Learning

Build practical skills through labs, clinical training, or practicum experiences.

Personalized Support

Get guidance from experienced nursing instructors as you work toward your goals.

Job Placement Assistance

Get help preparing for your job search after graduation.*

Grow At Every Stage

Explore ADN, RN-to-BSN, and MSN pathways as your goals evolve.

*Employment is not guaranteed. Learning experiences and program availability vary by program and campus.

Three pathways. One school.

Wherever you are, there’s a next step.

Beginning your nursing education or building on a degree? Start with the pathway that matches your experience.

01 / BEGIN
ADN

Begin your nursing journey.

Build a foundation in nursing through coursework, skills training, and clinical learning experiences. Take the first step toward pursuing Registered Nurse licensure.

Associate Degree in Nursing
For those beginning their nursing education

Earn Your ADN In 24 Months

Includes ongoing NCLEX-RN preparation in a California BRN-approved ADN program.

02 / ADVANCE
RN → BSN

Build on what you know.

Already a Registered Nurse? Earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing while expanding your knowledge of evidence-based care, community health, and nursing leadership.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
For Registered Nurses with an associate degree

As Little As 12 Months

Advance your degree with flexible, asynchronous online lectures and hands-on clinical training.

03 / GROW
MSN

Take your education further.

Build on your BSN with graduate-level nursing education. Develop advanced knowledge through specialized tracks in Nursing Leadership or Nursing Education.

Master of Science in Nursing
For BSN-prepared Registered Nurses

Earn Your MSN In 16 Months

Choose Nursing Leadership or Nursing Education, with online lectures and a supervised practicum.

Program availability, admission requirements, and degree pathways vary by campus. RN licensure requires meeting applicable state requirements and passing the NCLEX-RN examination. Contact Admissions to learn which program fits your background and goals.

Connect your nursing education with the people and communities you hope to serve.
More than a degree. A direction.

Built around people.
Focused on your future.

Nursing takes compassion, knowledge, and dedication. At Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing at North-West College and Glendale Career College, your education can support both where you begin and where you want to go.

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Build Skills That Matter.

Connect nursing knowledge with practical learning experiences designed for your stage of education.

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Keep Your Momentum.

Explore associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree pathways as your professional goals evolve.

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Get A Clear Next Step.

Talk with Admissions about Southern California program options, entry requirements, and the next step for you.

Your goals can grow. So can your education.

Your next chapter in nursing starts with a conversation.

Whether you’re preparing to enter nursing or ready to advance your education, we’re here to help you explore the possibilities.

The Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing at Glendale Career College, North-West College San Diego, North-West College West Covina, North-West College Riverside and North-West College Bakersfield are proudly accredited, licensed to operate and/or recognized by the following institutions: