Palomar College Palomar College’s Nursing School provides students with quality education and hands-on experience to become successful nurses.

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Nursing education at Palomar College is an exceptional program that helps aspiring nurses to achieve their goals and become competent, compassionate health care providers. The College offers Associate's Degrees or certificates in Vocational Nursing, Registered Nursing and Practical Nursing. Each of these programs provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the field of nursing. The curriculum for the Nursing program at Palomar College is designed to help students to meet their academic and professional objectives. It takes into consideration medical advances and current healthcare practices, as well as the changing needs of the healthcare industry. Courses cover the sciences, such as anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology, as well as topics related to professional practice, such as ethics, legal issues, nursing management and care planning. The faculty at Palomar College understands the importance of quality nursing education and puts emphasis on teaching current evidence based practice and providing clinical experiences within the local community. Clinical experiences are offered in different settings, such as hospitals, clinics and long-term care facilities. This allows students to gain valuable hands-on experience, learn how to provide nursing care to patients, and gain insight into the complexities of nursing practice. The campus environment of Palomar College is friendly and supportive. The faculty, staff, and administrators are committed to student success and are dedicated to helping students reach their academic and career objectives. The college also offers a number of workshops and seminars geared towards helping students develop their professional skills. By enrolling in Palomar College’s nursing program, students can look forward to gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to become skilled, compassionate healthcare practitioners. With the right education and dedication to succeeding, students can make their dreams of becoming a nurse a reality.