Ontario sits at the heart of the Inland Empire, one of Southern California's fastest-growing regions and a healthcare market expanding to match its population. Kaiser Permanente's Ontario Medical Center is a major local employer within a dense network of Inland Empire hospitals.
Across San Bernardino and Riverside counties, health systems compete for registered nurses — from acute care and emergency departments to outpatient surgery centers and specialty clinics.
For students in Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, and the surrounding valley, earning an Associate Degree in Nursing locally opens the door to one of California's most in-demand and well-paid professions.
Imagine America has partnered with Carrington College in Ontario, CA — a campus near Ontario Mills whose Associate Degree in Nursing program holds approval from the California Board of Registered Nursing. Carrington has trained healthcare professionals since 1967 and is institutionally accredited by the ACCJC.
About Imagine America Foundation (IAF)
The Imagine America Foundation (IAF) is a nonprofit organization supporting students pursuing career-oriented education at recognized trade schools and career colleges across the U.S. Since 1982, the Foundation has helped students navigate the financial aspects of technical and vocational training.
IAF provides scholarship programs including the Imagine America High School Scholarship for graduating seniors, the Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP) for adult learners, and the Military Award Program (MAP) for veterans. The Foundation also offers financial literacy guidance, career exploration tools, and resources for choosing the right program.
Over $10 million in tuition assistance is provided annually to students attending career and technical colleges nationwide.
Start Your Registered Nursing Career with Carrington College
Carrington College's Registered Nursing program in Ontario prepares students to become RNs in as few as 23 months, combining nursing theory, simulation lab practice, and clinical rotations. Graduates earn an Associate Degree in Nursing and are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN.
- Associate Degree in Nursing in as few as 23 months
- California BRN-approved registered nursing education
- NCLEX-RN preparation integrated throughout
- LVN to RN bridge available at the same campus for licensed LVNs
What You'll Learn
The ADN curriculum spans nursing fundamentals, medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology, maternal-child health, mental health nursing, and leadership concepts, with clinical rotations at regional healthcare facilities building real bedside experience.
Licensure and Credentials
Graduates earn an Associate of Science degree in nursing and are eligible for the NCLEX-RN, the national exam required for RN licensure. Registered nurses who later want a bachelor's degree can continue through Carrington's online CCNE-accredited RN to BSN program.
Already an LVN?
Ontario also offers Carrington's BRN-approved Advanced Placement Track — an LVN to RN bridge that credits your existing license and experience so you can reach RN licensure without repeating foundational coursework.
Career Outlook in the Inland Empire
California employs more registered nurses than any other state, and the Inland Empire's hospital expansion keeps regional demand high. New RNs can pursue roles in acute care, emergency, surgical services, and specialty units, with strong long-term advancement paths.
Training Services
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Pharmacology
- Maternal-Child Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Clinical Simulation Training
- Supervised Clinical Rotations
- NCLEX-RN Exam Preparation
Specialized Training
- LVN to RN Bridge (Advanced Placement Track) available on campus
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Start Your RN Career TodayFrequently Asked Questions
How long is the Registered Nursing program at Carrington Ontario?
The Associate Degree in Nursing program can be completed in as few as 23 months. Licensed LVNs may qualify for the shorter LVN to RN bridge track.
Is the program approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing?
Yes. Carrington College Ontario's Associate Degree in Nursing and its LVN to RN Bridge (Advanced Placement Track) both hold approval from the California Board of Registered Nursing.
What degree and license will I earn?
Graduates earn an Associate of Science degree in nursing and are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN to become licensed registered nurses.
Are scholarships available for Carrington Ontario nursing students?
Yes. Imagine America Foundation scholarships are available to qualifying high school seniors, adult learners, and military members attending Carrington College. Create a free profile to see what you qualify for.
