California Nursing Board Issues Warning Amid Student Harassment Claims at Online College
The California Board of Registered Nursing has issued a warning after students from Nightingale College reported receiving death threats and harassment for raising concerns about the online school's curriculum. The board is reviewing the college, and some students claim their…

San Diego, CA, August 28, 2026 — The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) has issued a formal warning following allegations of death threats and harassment directed at students of Nightingale College. These incidents reportedly occurred after students raised concerns regarding the online nursing school’s curriculum.
The BRN stated it is currently reviewing Nightingale College in light of these reports. Some students have come forward, claiming that their academic experiences at the institution, particularly concerning the fulfillment of clinical hour requirements, led to threats after they voiced their issues.
The exact nature and timeline of the reported threats and harassment have not been fully detailed. The BRN’s warning serves as an alert to the public and potentially other nursing students and institutions about the ongoing situation and review. Further details regarding the scope of the review and the specific concerns raised by students were not immediately available.
Adding another layer to the situation, Nightingale College has reportedly filed a lawsuit against the California Board of Registered Nursing. The reasons or specifics of this legal action were not provided in the available information.
The BRN’s advisory highlights a period of scrutiny for Nightingale College, with ongoing reviews and legal proceedings shaping the current landscape. The board has not released specific outcomes of its review, nor has it detailed any actions taken beyond issuing the warning.
Story summarized from the original created by Austin Grabish on www.10news.com, see more information here.
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