Online Nursing Programs in California

Nurses across California are looking for flexible, career-focused education options, and �� is here to help. �°䱫’s online nursing programs in California are designed for RNs and advanced practice nurses who want to build on their existing experience and advance their careers, all while balancing their personal and professional responsibilities.

Whether you’re looking to complete a bachelor’s degree, pursue an advanced nursing specialization, or earn your doctorate, WCU offers online nursing pathways to help you reach your goals.

View all online programs available in California, including nursing, healthcare, and business programs.

Online Nursing Degrees Designed for California Nurses

�°䱫’s online nursing programs offer flexible pacing options, asynchronous coursework, and support resources tailored to the needs of today’s busy professionals. Whether you’re based near our campuses in Los Angeles, Orange County, Ontario, or somewhere in between, you can access your education wherever you are.

RN to BSN – Complete Your Bachelor’s Online

The online RN to BSN program is for licensed RNs who have already completed an associate degree and want to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) online. Students explore subjects like:

Healthcare informatics and technology
Community health nursing
Leadership and patient safety
Evidence-based clinical practice

With multiple pacing options including the Accelerated Plus track, which can be completed in as few as 8 months, this program is designed to support nurses ready to take the next step in their academic journey.

RN to MSN – Advance Straight to a Master’s

�°䱫’s online RN to MSN program allows California nurses to move directly from RN licensure to a Master of Science in Nursing. This streamlined path saves time and helps students enter advanced practice sooner.

Choose from these specializations:

Courses are delivered online with flexible scheduling, and WCU helps support your search for a nearby clinical placement.

Online MSN – Advance Your Practice or Leadership Skills

�°䱫’s online MSN programs help California nurses specialize in areas aligned with their interests and career aspirations. Whether you’re preparing to become a nurse practitioner or move into education or administration, these programs can help you deepen your clinical and professional expertise.

Specialization tracks include:

Nurse Practitioner Paths

Education & Leadership Paths

Online DNP – Doctor of Nursing Practice

The online DNP program at WCU is designed for nurses ready to pursue the highest level of clinical and leadership expertise. California-based nurses enrolled in this program focus on:

Healthcare leadership and strategic innovation
Clinical scholarship and evidence-based practice
Population health and outcomes measurement
Health equity and public policy

The DNP can be completed in as few as 20 months at the Accelerated pace. This degree is ideal for professionals seeking roles in executive leadership, clinical practice transformation, or nursing education.

Online Post-Master’s Nursing Certificates

Already have an MSN? Expand your scope of practice with a post-master’s certificate. These online programs are available to California nurses looking to gain certification in:

Post-master’s certificates allow advanced practice nurses to upskill or prepare for national certification exams in another focus area.

Why Enroll in an Online Nursing Program in California?

�°䱫’s online programs are designed to support the realities of working nurses in California, offering:

Self-paced online learning: Access your coursework anytime, anywhere.
Flexible scheduling: Choose from several paces to match your lifestyle.
California-based clinical support: Help finding clinical placements in diverse healthcare settings across Southern California.
Accredited education: �°䱫’s online nursing programs are designed to meet academic and professional standards. Learn about �°䱫’s accreditation.

Start Your Nursing Journey with WCU Online

Whether you’re near a campus like WCU–Los Angeles, or studying fully online from elsewhere in Southern California, you’ll have access to a support network that wants to see you succeed from admissions to graduation and beyond.

Ready to move forward? Connect with the WCU admissions team to learn more about:

Program timelines and tuition
Online learning tools and student support
Admission criteria and how to apply

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