Civil and Municipal - Jan 2024

programs.” TOP PROGRAM OFFERINGS To address the impending shortage of physicians across the state, the college expanded its medical education initiatives by joining UC Davis’s medical school hub program, Avenue M. The nursing program at Solano College stands as a beacon of academic excellence, navigating challenges with resilience. Dr. Esposito-Noy highlights the program’s commitment, stating, “We make sure first that students understand how to apply to the nursing program.” SCCmaintains a commendable program completion rate. Out of 160 nursing schools in California, the program at SCC ranks 53rd. Nationally, it ranks 230th out of over 1,700 nursing programs. Its 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate stands at 91.00%, earning the college an overall grade of A1. The estimated total program costs are $7,000 to $7,500. But the COVID-19 pandemic introduced new hurdles, disrupting clinical placements, and challenging the program to secure opportunities. Through collaborations with healthcare partners, the school ensures that its nursing students receive comprehensive training and ample prospects for their future careers. “We work closely with Kaiser, Sutter, and North Bay, and Queen of the Valley and Napa, to make sure that our students have placements.” The campus’s multifaceted community-oriented initiatives highlight a dedication to addressing immediate needs, fostering education and employment opportunities, and contributing to the long-term well-being of the community. “We were one of the first community colleges to provide face- to-face instruction at California State Prison Vacaville and California Medical Facility.” Solano College offers services and guidance to help incarcerated and formerly incarcerated students make major life changes. As education undergoes transformative changes, 289 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 01 SOLANO COMMUNI T Y COLLEGE