Santiago Canyon College has launched the Humanizing Healthcare initiative, funded by a two-year state grant, to address the nursing shortage in Orange County. Key facts: - The initiative involves 30 faculty from 21 disciplines and includes a new Medical and Healthcare Humanities certificate, the first of its kind at a California community college.
- It expands access to nursing pathways through tuition-free noncredit certificates like Certified Nursing Assistant and a future Licensed Vocational Nurse certificate. - Partnerships with UC Irvine and Cal State San Bernardino aim to ensure seamless transfer to BSN programs.
- The program emphasizes a holistic, person-centered approach that integrates arts, humanities, and social sciences into health care education. The initiative seeks to prepare empathetic, skilled nurses to meet the region's growing health care needs.