Sonoma State University�Collaborative Nursing Education Continuum Model (CNECM)

Admission �Information

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Agenda

• What is the CNECM program?�
• Admission Criteria�Who is eligible?�
• What is required in the application process?

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• Admission deadline

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• CNECM Program curriculum �
• ADN-BSN roadmap/lower division GE & preq checklist

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• Sending transcripts�
• Frequently asked questions

Collaborative Nursing Education Continuum Model (CNECM)

What is the Collaborative Nursing Education Continuum Model (CNECM)?

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• The CNECM is an “early start” to Upper Division Nursing coursework toward the BSN.  

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• Current ADN students enrolled at CNECM partners apply while in ADN programs

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Who is eligible for admission to the CNECM Program?

• Current ADN students enrolled at CNECM partner community colleges.
• CNECM partners’ ADN programs are: Santa Rosa Junior College, College of Marin, Napa Valley College, Solano Community College, and Mendocino College. 
• Applicants must be currently in good standing in their respective ADN program.

CNECM Admission is a �two step process

Spring 2026

Apply first to the Nursing department, gain admission to the program. (NursingCAS)

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Fall 2026

Apply to California State University-SSU (CalState Apply)

Application�Summer 2026 CNECM Admission

Application period January 15 - March 1st

Directions & link will be posted on the SSU Nursing Homepage

Application Requirements

• Application in NursingCAS & department application fee
• Transcript(s)
• Short Answer Questions

�Start in 1^st Summer after admitted.

Finish with BSN one year after ADN graduation.

Application Information for �Summer 2026 CNECM Admission

Application link on Website Application Requirements

• Demographic info
• Lower Division GE and Preq Checklist – consult your community college counselor (don’t guess)
• Questions: 4 short answer prompts, answer thoughtfully.

Transcripts to SSU Nursing Dept

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• Upload transcripts into NursingCAS. Needs to include Fall 2025

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Department Admission Criteria for CNECM Program

Criteria #1 �Preference for admission to the program will be given to applicants currently enrolled in an ADN within service area community colleges � 

�Criteria #2�Cumulative 2.0 GPA

�Criteria #3�Completion of statistics (SSU Math 165, or equivalent) with a C or better by matriculation� 

Criteria #4�Complete an accurate Lower Division GE and Preq Checklist� �Criteria #5�Current unencumbered California licensure as a Registered Nurse or anticipated graduation from a California ADN program and NCLEX eligibility prior to or during matriculation to SSU Post-Licensure BSN program� 

Criteria #6�Human anatomy and physiology within the past 10 years or documented direct patient care nursing experience (including clinical course) within the past two years. Waived if currently in an ADN program.

�CNECM/CPOST Academic Program Plan�

CNECM First Summer Term 4 units

N312 Baccalaureate Perspectives I �

CNECM Second Summer Term 4 units

(Following ADN Graduation)Pass NCLEX

N313 Baccalaureate Perspectives II

 CPOST Fall Semester 11 units

N310 Nursing Research & Evidence Based Practice 3 units

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N412 Community/Public Health Nursing Lecture 3 units/ Lab 2 units 5 units

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UDGE, Area C Arts/Humanities 3 units

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CPOST Spring Semester 11 units

N410 Nursing Power, Policy, & Politics

5 units

N416 Application of BSN Perspectives 3 units

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UDGE or elective* 3 units

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Transfer of Credit 70 units

California RN License 20 units

BSN TOTAL 120 Units

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*UDGE coursework included in this plan is different for each student depending on prior completed coursework

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How to locate essential information

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Locating essential information on SSU’s Department of Nursing Home page

https://nursing.sonoma.edu/

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See Announcements for important updates

Link to Post-Licensure BSN Program

Details specific to CNECM track

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�ADN-BSN Roadmap & CNECM Lower Division GE Worksheet�

• Look at the ADN-BSN Roadmap for your college and complete the CNECM Lower Division GE Worksheet with your community college counselor
• Take Stats and Ethnic Studies that transfers to SSU
• SSU General Education requirements: �3 units of upper division general education Area C and 3 units of coursework individually determined based on student’s remaining degree requirements and according to university GE requirements

Frequently asked questions �FAQ’s

• Are the classes online?
• What is the cost of tuition?
• Application period
• Is there a part-time option?
• Can I work while in the program?
• What can I do to improve my chances of admission?

Are the classes online?

• All courses (except the practicum portion of Public Health) are online except for mandatory on-campus sessions twice during each semester.�
• N412P - Practicum is one day a week for the semester. Students are in clinical agencies 8am-5pm Monday - Friday, Specific schedules may vary depending on assigned agency.

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• Practicum sites are within the University’s service area of Sonoma, Napa, Solano, Marin, or Lake counties.

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CNECM Program Cost Estimates�First baccalaureate $12,972� 2nd bachelor $14,406

• Department Application fee $75
• NursingCAS $60

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• Summer 1 course 4 units $1900�Summer 2 course 4 units $1900

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• First Bachelors $4312/semester =$8624� 2nd Bachelor $5074/semester

= $10,148

• Textbook estimate $560
• Calstate apply $70
• University Transfer Orientation (Welcome Week) $105
• Complio: $105
• Clinical Badge: $7.00 �

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Tuition (≥7 units) based on current SSU tuition costs 

• CSU fees are lower for those who do not have a previous bachelor’s

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Vehicle travel cost for clinical: varies

Daily SSU Parking Permit $5-8

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*All costs listed are subject to change (based on admissions for FALL 25)

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Previous Bachelors In Another Field �

• Second baccalaureate applicants must meet the Impaction Criteria for RN-BSN (Post Licensure)

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• Applicants with previous bachelors do not have increased ranking for admission and are subject to higher CSU tuition fees.

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Is there a part time CNECM option?

• No. Students must enroll in all the nursing courses listed in the CNECM Academic Program Plan

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• The two summer courses are 4 units each

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• Fall and spring semesters are 11 units each and part time is not an option.

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• If a student withdraws from any required nursing course, they are discontinued from the CNECM program and must petition to return during the next admission cycle.

Important dates for applying to the CNECM Program

• application period: January 15 - March 1

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• attend a CNECM information session listed on the SSU Nursing Home page.

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• check the SSU Nursing Home page frequently for CNECM information dates and announcements

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Can I work while in the CNECM program?

Working during summer terms when you are taking a 4 unit course is possible. A 4 unit course over 7 weeks requires approx 18 hours per week minimum study time

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The 11 unit course load during fall and spring is equivalent to a full time job. Most students find working part time manageable.

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Successful graduates are highly motivated, self-directed and are able to balance their work-life-school responsibilities.

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Support from family, friends and employers is very helpful

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��Admission to CNECM Program ��

• Students who are accepted will receive their Admission email notification within 3 weeks of application close
• Some students will receive an “alternate” admission letter, receive a number and be notified if a space becomes available
• CNECM  students will register in late May for the Summer term starting in June
• Attend April program orientation: On-campus or zoom(TBD)
• Attend Nursing 312 on-campus orientation in the summer. The remainder of the course will be online with 2 scheduled zoom sessions.

What can I do to improve my �chances of admission?

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• Start your application early!
• Complete an accurate Lower Division GE and Preq Checklist work with your community college advisor to complete - don’t guess
• Application period January 15th - March 1st
• Plan to have unofficial transcripts including fall grades ready to submit.
• Appropriate and authentic short answers to questions

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Why Sonoma State?

• >95% graduation rate
• Faculty are local and available
• In-Person hybrid option provides for connections and networking with classmates and faculty while supporting distance learning
• Connections in your community
• Ranks in Top 10 Nursing Programs Nationally & in CA
• Emphasis on connecting theoretical curriculum with your clinical practice
• Designed to support your transition into professional practice
• Competitively Priced, Fully Accredited

Questions?

ONCE ADMITTED - CNECM Advisor

Audrey Spall

spalla@sonoma.edu

PROGRAM?

Program Director�Krista Altaker

krista.altaker@sonoma.edu

APPLICATION?

Department Administration�Jessica Hansen

hansejes@sonoma.edu

ADVISING?

All advising and transfer questions need to be directed first to your community college advisor

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