For BSN Students
For MSN and Post-Master's Students
General Information for All Students
- NEW! COVID-19 Screening for Clinicals and Sim Labs
- CI Academic Calendar
- Uniform Ordering
- Request for Letters of Recommendation
- Digital Badges for Nursing
- Strategies for Success in Courses
- PhD or DNP? Defining the path to your career destination
- Critical Reasons to Address the Language Barrier (eBook)
- Scholarships & Forgivable Loans
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Employment Opportunities
For BSN Students
BSN Handbook
- BSN Student Handbook (Summer & Fall) 2021 (PDF, 11.5MB) *Updated 7/12/2021
- Graduation Requirements
- New policy! Policy Compliance with BRN Regulations for Awarding Credit for Previous Education or Other Acquired Knowledge including Military Education and Experiences (PDF, 162KB)
Incoming Student Websites
- Incoming Track I (Camarillo Campus) Student Website- Admitted 2021
- Incoming ADN/RN to BSN Student Website- Admitted 2021
Access Lippincott
For Lippincott access, please use a CI computer or be logged in using CI WiFi:
Lippincott App Installation Guide(PDF, 1004KB)
*Students will need to renew this access every 90 days using a CI computer or WiFi.
NOTE: Please be aware that the Lippincott "book bundle" includes 8 eBooks, PrepU, and the Lippincott Advisor. All vSims must be purchased separately as required for each semester and/or course.
8 eBooks included with bundle:
- Taylor, Fundamentals of Nursing
- Karch, Focus on Pharmacology
- Norris, Essentials of Pathophysiology
- Weber, Nursing Health Assessment
- Hinkle, Brunner and Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical Surgical Nursing
- Ricci/Kyle, Maternity and Pediatric Nursing
- Videbeck, Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- Marquis, Leadership Roles and Management Functions in Nursing
Also being used at CSUCI but not part of the bundle:
- Polit, Essentials of Nursing Research
- Rector, Community and Public Health Nursing
ATI Payment Schedule
*All (hardcopy) books from ATI will be provided at the start of the program.
Below are the payment schedules for ATI.
| Program Year | Payment # | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | August 1 (8/1) |
| 2 | January 1 (1/1) | |
| 3 | May 1 (5/1) | |
| 2 | 4 | January 1 (1/1) |
| 5 | May 1 (5/1) | |
| 3 | 6 | August 1 (8/1) |
| Program Year | Payment # | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | January 1 (1/1) |
| 2 | May 1 (5/1) | |
| 2 | 3 | August 1 (8/1) |
| 4 | January 1 (1/1) | |
| 3 | 5 | August 1 (8/1) |
| 6 | January 1 (1/1) |
Student Nurses' Association
The Student Nurses’ Association mission is to contribute to nursing education, provide programs that represent interests, and aid in the development of the nursing student. During the school year, we provide many opportunities for nursing students to participate in on-campus events, volunteer throughout the community, collaborate with health care organizations to promote health, and attend fun events to help relieve some of the stress of school.
Visit the Student Nurses Association website
SNA Event-Hours Form (PDF, 218.8KB)
CSU Channel Islands Nursing Honor Society
The purpose of the society is to recognize superior student achievement and the development of leadership qualities fostering professional standards and scholarships in nursing. New members are by invitation only.
For more information on the Nursing Honor Society Governance Committee, past inductees, events, and other info, please visit the Nursing Honor Society website.
BRN Process + NCLEX Preparation
- Steps to obtaining your license
- Board of Registered Nursing
- NCLEX Examination Prep Spring 2021 PDF (PDF, 752KB)
New Student Information
- Tips for Nursing Student Success (PDF, 102.4KB)
For MSN and Post-Master's Students-
MSN Handbook
- MSN Student Handbook (PDF, 2.6MB) *Updated 7/12/2021
Incoming Student Website:
- Incoming MSN Student Website- Admitted 2021
General Information for ALL Students
COVID-19 Screening for your Clinicals and Sim Labs
Camarillo Campus: https://nursing.csuci.edu/currentstudents/covid-19-screening
Goleta Campus: https://nursing.csuci.edu/currentstudents/covid-19-goleta
Track II Students: https://nursing.csuci.edu/currentstudents/covid-19-screening-track2
MSN Students: https://nursing.csuci.edu/msn-covid19
CI Academic Calendar
Please visit the Academic Calendar page for complete information.
Uniform Ordering
All uniforms (scrubs, white coats, jackets, name tags, etc.) should be ordered through On Duty Uniforms. Orders shold be placed in person using the order form below. Please allow a for a minimum of one month for orders to be completed.
Uniform Ordering (PDF, 94.7KB)
Request for Letters of Recommendation
(Form to be used by CI Nursing students only)
- Request for Letter of Recommendation Form (PDF, 68.1KB)
Digital Badges for Nursing
Digital badges for nursing is a pilot program led by Dr. Jaime Hannans using Credly badges. Only current students are eligible for this pilot program.
Visit nursing digital badges for information.
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Strategies for Success in Courses
APA Essentials, Style and Format
APA Format (PDF, 1.3MB)
Campus Services
CSU Channel Islands is invested in your success. Resources which will assist your academic progression include but are not limited to:
Success Strategies
Success Strategies (PDF, 634KB)
Success Strategies Part I (PDF, 739KB)
Success Strategies Part II: Test Taking (PDF, 718KB)
Test Taking Tips (PDF, 401KB)
APA Format and Style (PDF, 716KB)
PhD or DNP?
Defining the path to your career destination
Research Accredited Online MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Programs
- Find Nursing Degrees Online
- RN to BSN Programs Guide
Critical Reasons to Address the Language Barrier (eBook)
Scholarships & Forgivable Loans
Nursing Loan Forgiveness Application is available on their website. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, while funds remain available. Please visit All Student Loan for more information and to download the application
The Coalition for Nursing Careers in California Scholarships
The Navy Nurse Corps Association of Southern California Scholarship Committee
Scholarship Information (PDF, 207KB)Health Professions Education Foundation
Visit Health Professions Foundation
Facebook
TwitterThe NURSE Corps Loan Repayment and Scholarship Programs
For more information, please visit:
School-Based Loans and ScholarshipsArmy Nurse Corps Associations Scholarship Program or email education@e-anca.org
March of Dimes Graduate Nursing Scholarship
Scholarship Information (PDF, 418KB)California Assisted Living Association
Scholarship Application (PDF, 394KB)Information (PDF, 278KB)
CNAClasses.org
Perdue University's "25 Nursing Scholarships You Should Know About"
Scholarships for Nursing students who serve in the LGBT+ community. Visit eQuality Scholarship Collaborative for more info.
Ventura County Community Foundation
Fore more information, please visit Ventura County Communication Foundation Scholarship
Deloras Jones RN Scholarship Program
Deloras Jones RN Scholarship Information (PDF, 641KB)
Volunteer Opportunities
Hospice of Santa Barbara
Secure Beginnings Become a VolunteerEmployment Opportunities
Zip Recruiter Home pageSalary Calculator
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