Review Requirements 

GateWay Community College is one of the Maricopa Community Colleges to offer the Maricopa Community College District Nursing Program (MCCDNP). This program provides multiple exit points for employment that begins with the Nurse Assisting program and continues to a Certificate of Completion in Practical Nursing. The certificate program will help you prepare for the Practical Nurse license through the Arizona State Board of Nursing. For those wishing to advance their Nursing career, GateWay offers a Registered Nursing degree program.

Consult a Nursing Program Advisor 

For information about the Nursing Programs at GateWay Community College, contact one of the Nursing Program Advisors:

• Audria Nunley,  602-286-8189
• Betty Cleveland,  602-286-8178

Additionally, you may:

• Have official transcript(s) sent to GateWay from all colleges and schools previously attended. Some programs also require high school/GED transcripts for admission.
• Obtain a copy of the current college catalog and read it through. The catalog gives the official information about all of the academic programs, registration policies, and procedures.

Apply for College Admission 

1. All NEW students to GateWay Community College must complete a Student Information Form. The following are four ways to do this:
   • Use the on-line Student Information Form.
   • Call one of our registration operators at (602) 286-8100, and they will take your information on the telephone.
   • Call (602) 286-8100 to receive the form, complete it, and submit it in person at the GateWay Admissions, Registration and Records Office (Room 504K).
   • Call (602) 286-8100 to receive the form, complete it, and FAX it to the GateWay Admissions, Registration and Records Office at (602) 392-5209.
   • Apply online through the AzMENTOR  program.
2. Apply for registration
   • Consult a nursing program advisor.
   • Return a completed Request for Registration by the due date in the packet and according to directions.

Apply for Financial Aid 

Apply for financial aid, using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). At GateWay, only one initial application for grants, work study, and student loans is required.  It's that easy and you may apply for financial aid at any time!

Register for Class 

The registration process for nursing students will be handled by the nursing division office.

Monitor your Progress 

Take the classes necessary to obtain a Certificate of Completion in Practical Nursing. A check sheet is available from Advisement to help you monitor your progress.

Graduate 

Help GateWay maintain a high standard of educational excellence and service by completing the program completion exit interview and celebrate your achievements by participating in commencement activities at GateWay!

Start your Career 

The Career Planning Center offers career counseling, help with resume writing, and interviewing and career search strategies, and on-campus recruiting, as well as career and job fairs throughout the year. You are also free to use the Center’s computers, printers, and fax machines.