Riverside City College Highlights Nursing Apprenticeship Programs at Statewide Conference

Dr. Tammy Vant Hul, Dean of the Riverside City College (RCC) School of Nursing, led a distinguished panel at the California Organization of Associate Degree Nursing (COADN) Spring 2025 Conference on March 10. The panel, titled “Bridging Education and Practice: The Value of Nursing Apprenticeship for Students and Community Partners,” showcased RCC's innovative Vocational Nursing (VN), Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN), and Registered Nursing (RN) Apprenticeship programs.

Joined by fellow panelists Dr. Mary Fehn, Associate Professor at RCC School of Nursing; John Wilson, Apprenticeship Director at RCC; Justin Susi, Associate Director of LAUNCH; and Jessica McFarland, Regional Director of Recruiting at PACS, Dr. Vant Hul explored the advantages of nursing apprenticeships for students, employers, and the institution. The session also provided practical insights to colleges interested in developing similar initiatives.

The presentation was met with enthusiastic feedback, leading to an invitation for Dr. Vant Hul to submit a proposal for the panel to present at the national conference in Nashville this November.

The COADN Spring Conference serves as a crucial platform for nursing educators, administrators, and industry leaders to discuss best practices, share innovative strategies, and address challenges facing nursing education. This year's event featured a range of presentations and workshops aimed at enhancing nursing curricula, improving student success, and meeting the workforce needs of California's healthcare system.

Riverside City College's School of Nursing has a long-standing reputation for excellence in nursing education, preparing highly skilled and compassionate professionals to serve the region's diverse healthcare needs. Through its VN, LVN, and RN apprenticeship programs, RCC offers hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways to rewarding careers in nursing while strengthening partnerships with local healthcare providers.

For more information about the COADN Spring 2025 Conference, visit COADN's website.