The highly competitive statewide grant supports efforts to expand nursing education capacity and address critical health care workforce shortages across California. The RNI initiative is designed to strengthen nursing program infrastructure, foster innovation, and increase the number of qualified graduates entering the workforce.
San Diego City College was among 48 community colleges that applied for funding, reflecting more than $66 million in requests statewide and highlighting the urgent need for investment in nursing education.
“This funding represents a transformative investment in our students, our program, and the communities we serve,” said Dr. Dometrives Armstrong, associate dean of Nursing Education. “With this support, we will continue to expand access, strengthen our training infrastructure, and prepare the next generation of compassionate, highly skilled nurses ready to meet California’s health care needs.”
The grant will support program expansion, enhanced learning environments and strategic partnerships that improve student outcomes and workforce readiness. Funding is expected to begin July 1, pending final approval by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors.
San Diego City College’s Nursing Program remains committed to advancing equity in health care education and increasing opportunities for students to pursue high-demand careers in nursing.