The fully renovated Building L on Yavapai College’s Verde Valley Campus reopened in 2020 with state-of-the-art classrooms and labs designed to prepare students for high-demand careers and leadership roles in the community.

The center houses several of our Health Sciences and Public Service programs on the second floor, including Nursing, Allied Health, and Emergency Medical Services, as well as Chemistry and Biology classrooms on the first floor. Classes are open to all Verde Valley residents.

The Nursing Program at Yavapai College prepares students to enter one of the most rewarding and in-demand professions in healthcare. Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on clinical experiences, and advanced simulation training, students develop the knowledge, technical skills, and critical thinking abilities needed to deliver safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care.

Our curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practice, professional ethics, and effective communication, which are all essential to success in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health organizations.

Graduates of the Nursing Program are well-prepared to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam and begin their careers as registered nurses. With strong employer partnerships and a reputation for producing highly skilled professionals, Yavapai College nursing graduates are in high demand throughout the region and beyond.

The Simulation Training Labs (Sim Labs) on the Verde Valley Campus support multiple programs in Health Sciences and Public Services, giving students the opportunity to practice real-world scenarios in a safe and controlled learning environment.

Training mannequins are used to replicate real-life medical situations, allowing students to take vital signs, connect equipment, and even simulate childbirth. Some simulation equipment can record and play back the session, enabling students to review their performance, identify mistakes, and make improvements before working with real patients.

All Nursing program students have access to these advanced simulation tools as part of their clinical preparation.

The Nursing Assistant Program on the Verde Valley Campus is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and offered each summer in an accelerated three-week format. Students gain foundational skills to provide safe, compassionate care in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home health environments.

Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience, students learn essential activities of daily living and patient care techniques. Graduates are prepared to take the state knowledge and skills exams to become licensed or certified and begin a rewarding career in nursing.

The Phlebotomy Program on the Verde Valley Campus equips students with the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to perform safe and accurate blood collection procedures across various healthcare settings. Students learn venipuncture and capillary techniques, infection control practices, patient communication skills, and the professional standards required for success in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories.

Upon completion, graduates are prepared to sit for national certification exams and enter the workforce as confident, job-ready phlebotomy technicians. Classes are offered every fall and spring semester.

Launch your career in emergency medical services with the EMT Program on the Verde Valley Campus, offered in both the fall and spring semesters. The program prepares students for the challenges and rewards of working in EMS through hands-on training, skills labs, and realistic scenarios that extend beyond the classroom.

Students develop essential skills in patient assessment, airway management, and emergency care under the guidance of experienced instructors who bring real-world expertise to the classroom. This practical, immersive approach ensures graduates are well prepared to pass certification exams and respond confidently in emergency situations.

Whether you are beginning a career in EMS, planning to advance into paramedicine, or seeking life-saving skills to support your community, the Verde EMT Program is your first step toward making a difference.

The Biology Lab is used for a range of courses, including non-majors biology, general biology, and microbiology. The lab features two large incubators, a collection of anatomical models, 12 gas hook-ups, 12 vacuum hook-ups, 13 sink stations, standard laboratory safety equipment, biology tools, and glassware.

It accommodates 24 students and includes an instructor station, projector, whiteboard wall, and prep room access.

The Chemistry Lab supports coursework for the Viticulture and Enology programs and other science classes. The space includes two fume hoods, 12 gas hook-ups, 12 vacuum hook-ups, 13 sink stations, standard laboratory safety equipment, chemistry tools, and glassware. The lab accommodates 24 students and includes an instructor station, projector, whiteboard wall, and access to a prep room.