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California Nursing Students' Association (CNSA)
The statewide student nurse association for California, open to nursing students at every school in the state.
Overview
Who this society is for and how to get involved.
The statewide student nurse association for California. Members join through their school chapter or directly, attend the annual state convention, and get a seat at the National Student Nurses' Association.
- Who can join
- Membership is automatic when you join NSNA (nsnamembership.org); NSNA associate membership covers pre-nursing students "taking the prerequisite courses designed as preparation for entrance into a program leading to an associate degree, diploma or baccalaureate degree in nursing" (associate members cannot hold state/national president or VP office)
Get involved
- 01Visit the society's page
Meeting times, officers and how to join are usually posted there.
cnsa.org - 02Follow on Instagram
Most chapters announce events and deadlines there first.
@cnsaofficial - 03Find a chapter near you
Every school chapter in California is listed in the societies directory.
Societies in California
Paths
Routes into nursing programs in California. The first step is where you enroll today.
CNA to ADN (Registered Nurse)
Turn your CNA experience into an associate nursing degree. The fastest route to RN licensure.
CNA to BSN
Bridge from frontline care to a four-year nursing degree, with your patient-care hours working for you.
CNA to LPN
Step up from nursing assistant to licensed practical nurse. The fastest license upgrade in nursing, and the standard bridge toward RN.
LPN to RN Bridge
Advance from practical nursing to RN with bridge programs that credit your LPN coursework.
Medication Aide to LPN
Your medication administration experience counts. Bridge from certified medication aide into practical nursing and full LPN licensure.
CNA to Physical Therapist Assistant
Turn bedside patient care into a physical therapist assistant degree. Help patients rebuild strength and mobility after injury or surgery.
Schools
Schools in California with a chapter of this association.
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA
1 program available
California State University-Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
1 program available
California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
1 program available
California State University-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
1 program available
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
1 program available
California State University-Stanislaus
Turlock, CA
1 program available
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