Registered Nurse (RN)
This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train Registered Nurse
trainees to work in underserved communities.
Application Cycle: CLOSED
Check back here for information regarding the next application cycle in September 2026.
Song-Brown Registered Nurse Webinar
HCAI will host two technical assistance webinar sessions for the Song-Brown Registered Nurse Program. These sessions will provide an overview of the 2026 grant funding opportunities and key details about the application process. Register for a session.
Eligibility
Board of Registered Nurse approved pre-licensure (ADN, BSN, MSN) programs are eligible to apply.
Application Dates
- Open September 9, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
- Early Submission Review October 8, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
- Close October 22, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Resources
- Song-Brown Program Allowable Costs Guide
- RN Standards
- Song-Brown Glossary
- Song-Brown Certification and Final Report Guide
- Registered Nurse Shortage Area (RNSA) Report
- RN and LM Webinar Recording | September 17, 2025 | Session 1
- RN and LM Webinar Recording | September 17, 2025 | Session 2
Notice of Award
January 2027
Funding Awards
2025-26 Registered Nurse Awards
Outcomes
Contact Us
Email: SongBrown@hcai.ca.gov
Phone: (916) 326-3700
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