International Nurse Graduate Course – Medical/Surgical is a Continuing Education program offered by Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts in Concord, CA. Tuition is $16,000 total.
Program Overview
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts recognizes the contribution of international nurses to the nursing profession. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts has developed a program for international nurse graduates seeking to complete the areas of deficiency identified by the California State Board of Registered Nursing.
Courses in medical-surgical nursing, maternal and newborn nursing, pediatric nursing, and mental health nursing are offered for international nurse graduates who must complete the necessary coursework to be eligible to apply for the California National Council Licensure Examination. The courses provide a comprehensive introduction to nursing practice and the U.S. healthcare system.
What sets this Program apart
- Short Training Courses
- Choose from Multiple Courses
- Bridge BRN Deficiencies
- Grads Eligible to Sit for Licensure Exam
Admission Requirements and Process
Applicants must meet the following admission criteria before registration.
- Official transcript and evaluation of courses from an approved credential evaluator.
- Official Letter from the California Board of Registered Nursing stating the candidate’s specific area of deficiency.
- Meet Gurnick's admission policies: immunization, health screening, background check, and CPR certification.
- Submit a completed application; interested applicants are encouraged to fill out the application with the admission advisor.
- Have graduated from high school or earned a GED and be at least 18 years of age.
- Pay all applicable fees, according to the current published fee schedule, before an enrollment contract is issued.
- Pass the written Competency Exam for Basic and Intermediate Medical-Surgical Nursing with a minimum score of 75 percent.
- Participate in an interview with the Nursing Program Director or Associate Program Director, in person or via a virtual conferencing platform.
- Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency (TOEFL iBT, IELTS 6.5, or another listed exemption).
General Requirements
- Admission criteriaOfficial transcript and evaluation of courses from an approved credential evaluator.
- Admission criteriaOfficial Letter from the California Board of Registered Nursing stating the candidate’s specific area of deficiency.
- Admission criteriaMeet Gurnick's admission policies: immunization, health screening, background check, and CPR certification.
- Admission criteriaSubmit a completed application; interested applicants are encouraged to fill out the application with the admission advisor.
- Admission criteriaHave graduated from high school or earned a GED and be at least 18 years of age.
- Admission criteriaPay all applicable fees, according to the current published fee schedule, before an enrollment contract is issued.
Application Process
- 1Obtain your BRN deficiency letterObtain an official letter from the California Board of Registered Nursing stating your specific area of deficiency, plus an official transcript evaluation from an approved credential evaluator.
- 2Meet with an Admission AdvisorMeet with the program's Admission Advisor to review all required disclosures and receive complete information before enrolling.
- 3Pass the competency examPass the written Competency Exam for Basic and Intermediate Medical-Surgical Nursing with a minimum score of 75 percent, and complete an interview with the Nursing Program Director.
- 4Complete the online applicationComplete the Online Application, including the Distance Education Questionnaire, the Academic Integrity Statement and the Consent to Receive Electronic Communications.
- 5Pay fees and enrollPay all applicable fees per the published fee schedule before an enrollment agreement is issued.
Program Schedule
International Nurse Graduate and transition courses are offered in a residential format; contact the campus for the current course schedule.
No upcoming start date is published for this course at this campus; contact the campus for the next start.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Tuition and fees. Textbooks $75.00; Tuition $16,000.00. The addendum lists a total program cost of $16,083.00, which does not equal the sum of the listed charges; confirm the total with the campus. Total program cost excludes transportation, room and board, and personal expenses.
Financial aid. Contact the school for financial aid details for this course. Gurnick's FAFSA school code is 041698.
Curriculum
The International Nurse Graduate Course – Medical/Surgical curriculum is listed below as published in the catalog.
Required Courses
| Subject # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
Career Outcomes
Career paths. Registered Nurse.
Certification and licensure. Eligibility to apply for the California NCLEX-RN (completes BRN-identified deficiency).
Campus Address
Why Accreditation Is Important
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts holds institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). International Courses are not accredited (ABHES accreditation does not include continuing education or international courses).
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
