Is NCP accredited and/or approved by state governing agencies?
Yes, NCP's Vocational Nursing Program is approved and accredited by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).
NCP is approved under the United States Code, Title 38, to accept Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill. Please note NCP will accept Chapter 33, Post 9/11 GI Bill starting October 1, 2011.
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What is NCPs NCLEX-PN Pass Rate?
NCP’s South San Francisco and Hayward Campuses have consistently achieved high NCLEX-PN pass rates. For 5 consecutive quarters (the entire year of 2008 and the 1st quarter of 2009), the South San Francisco campus has enjoyed 100% NCLEX-PN pass rates. The 2009 year-to-date pass rate for NCP South San Francisco Campus was 88% and Hayward Campus 2009 year-to-date pass rate was 80%, while the State average pass rate has been 72%. This makes NCP’s NCLEX-PN pass rates consistently higher than the State average. |
Who can enroll in the LVN, C.N.A. and Acute C.N.A. Programs?
LVN Program: If you are at least 17 years of age, have proof of a 12th grade education or its equivalent, and you meet the minimum requirements for admission, you may qualify for entry into the LVN program. |
How often is the Vocational Nursing Program offered?
The Vocational Nursing Program is offered 3 times a year at the South San Francisco Campus (see schedule of classes) and 4 times a year at the Hayward Campus (see schedule of classes). Part time/evening/weekend classes are now offered at both campuses. The required General Science Courses are offered year round. |
Does NCP have an up to date training environment?
Yes, NCP offers its students the latest computer training and review software as well as PCs and other tools students need to maximize their learning experience in a comfortable environment. Both the South San Francisco and Hayward campuses have a computer lab for students to use for test taking and review purposes. NCP offers a one week NCLEX-PN test preparation workshop for its students which will assist them in their preparation for state board exam. NCP also places a heavy emphasis on student services to optimize students’ success. |
Does NCP offer many convenient and easy to reach clinical and lecture locations?
For lecture locations, we are conveniently located in South San Francisco and Hayward; and our affiliated clinical sites are located in the following cities: South San Francisco, Millbrae, Burlingame, San Francisco, Daly City, Pacifica, Hayward, Fremont, San Leandro and Oakland. All locations are close to BART, local buses, and freeways. |
Is there a placement test for the Vocational Nursing Program?
Applicants interested in enrolling in the VN Program are required to take a placement test. You must meet or exceed the national average score of 60% to qualify. The fee for the entrance exam is $30.00. Applicants who fail the first time will be allowed to retake the exam. Students are encouraged to purchase the study guide ($50.00) to help them prepare for the placement test. |
Can I take the General Science Courses (prerequisites) at another school?
Yes, you may take any of our required General Science Courses at another accredited school. If you are unsure about the course, please make sure to send NCP a copy of the course description for review. After completion of the course (grade C or better), submit an official transcript of the course, along with the course description for transfer of credit. |
Does NCP grant credit for the required General Science courses (prerequisite courses) I took more than 5 years ago?
No, NCP will only grant credit for required General Science courses (Anatomy & Physiology and General Psychology) completed within the last five (5) years from an accredited school in the U.S. Applicants who have completed these required courses from a foreign country are required to have their transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency by American Education Resource Corporation (AERC) or any approved foreign credential evaluation agency. |
Does NCP accept foreign students?
We have a culturally diverse group of students taking our program and we welcome anybody who is interested in a career in the health care industry.
The Board of Vocational Nursing requires either a SSN or (ITIN) to qualify to take the state board exam. NCP College of Nursing does not issue I-20 student visas to foreign students.
All foreign students enrolled in our CNA program are required to have a valid Social Security number to take the ARC state competency test.
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How can I get my transcript from a foreign country evaluated for U.S. equivalency?
Please contact American Education Research Corporation (AERC) at (626) 339-4404 or copy this link in your web browser www.aerc-eval.com for more details. You may also contact NCP to receive a copy of the AERC application form. |
Where can I get my Live Scan (Fingerprinting) and Medical Examination done?
South San Francisco Campus: Mobile live scan services will be provided on campus for students enrolled. The live scan fee is covered as part of the overall program fee.
Hayward Campus: You can have your fingerprinting done at several live scan finger printing sites. Please call 800-315-4507 to find the nearest location. For students who are not able to complete the Live Scan requirement at one of these sites, mobile live scan services will be provided on campus. A medical exam report may be done by your own physician, or at a public health clinic. We also have a list of viable clinics for those who do not have medical insurance. You may call the Admissions Coordinator to obtain the list. Please make sure to use the NCP College of Nursing Medical Exam Report form. |
Does NCP offer job placement assistance?
NCP began as a home health agency that provided job placement assistance for over 14 years before it became a vocational school. Since then, NCP has maintained excellent relationships with skilled nursing facilities and acute care hospitals in the Bay Area. NCP offers job placement assistance in a variety of areas. Some of the services include receiving listings of facilities that are currently hiring, resume and interviewing workshops, as well as other student support services. |
Does the program or school accept alternative tuition payment plans?
NCP accepts a wide range of payment options for applicants who qualify for outside funding - such as from the Private Industry Council (PIC) of San Francisco and Oakland, WIA of San Mateo, Alameda, and Contra Costa Counties, NOVA Consortium of Sunnyvale, GI Bill, and Dept. of Rehabilitation partial or full tuition funding. NCP also offers payment options from in-house installment plans to third party financing such as Tuition Options. NCP also accepts check and credit card payments. |
Does NCP offer Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA)?
No, we are not yet approved under Title IV; therefore, we do not offer federal financial aid at this time. However, we do offer several payment options, such as the in-house monthly installment payment plans, student private loan through Sallie Mae Financial (SLM), or a discount of 5% for prepayment of entire LVN Program cost upon enrollment.
NCP provides its applicants and students with information on available scholarship programs that students can take advantage of to help in finance their education. |
What is your refund policy?
Each applicant has a right to a full refund of all charges if requested within three (3) business days after signing the Enrollment Agreement and making the initial payment. If the applicant cancels more than three (3) days after signing the Enrollment Agreement and making the initial payment, but prior to entering the school, the applicant is entitled to a refund of all fees paid, less the application fee of $75.00. If the student withdraws from a course after instruction has started, the student may receive a refund pro-rated on the number of hours attended by the student.
Refund calculations will be based on the last day of attendance (LDA). No refunds will be given if the student has attended more than 60% of the course and the student concerned may still be liable for any tuition due. NCP will also refund any monies collected and paid to any third parties (such as American Red Cross testing fees) or grant monies received on the student’s behalf from third parties such as, WIA, NOVA, etc. according to each respective agreement. Please note that books and uniforms purchased are not refundable. All refunds will be paid within 30 days from receipt of cancellation or withdrawal letter. |
How long does it take to process a refund check?
All students who withdraw from a course or program must submit a written letter to the School Director. The letter must include the following: reason for withdrawing, the last day of class attended and copies of the payment receipts (if available) issued by the school. You will receive your refund check within thirty (30) days from receipt of your withdrawal letter.
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