Point Loma Nazarene University - Bakersfield Regional Center 5080 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309

The Point Loma Nazarene University - Bakersfield Regional Center is a university located at 5080 California Avenue in Bakersfield, California, United States. Offering a combination of challenging academics, deep spirituality, and service-centered action, the institution provides master’s degrees, doctorates, certificates, and credentials for working adults. Programs such as the Doctor of Nursing Practice, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Family Nurse Practitioner are available, along with certifications and credential online programs.

The institution strives to make education as affordable as possible, with resources to help students succeed in their education and beyond. The flexible and supportive online education programs cater to creatives, communicators, leaders, and innovators. The Bakersfield Regional Center, part of PLNU’s School of Education, has been closely partnering with local schools and districts in Kern County since 1998 to meet the educational needs of students, families, and communities.

With convenient in-person, hybrid, and online formats, programs at the Bakersfield campus are designed to fit the schedules of aspiring educators and those looking to advance in their careers. Professors with extensive backgrounds in teaching and administration from the county lead the programs, which are embedded within the local community. Upon graduation, PLNU alumni are highly regarded for their academic excellence, work ethic, compassion, and empathy.

The Bakersfield Regional Center is centrally located with easy access to major travel corridors and offers ample free parking. The campus includes classrooms, a student lounge, computer lab, conference room, and offices. Whether you are considering a career in teaching or looking to advance your skills in education, the Point Loma Nazarene University - Bakersfield Regional Center offers enriching, competitive, and career-focused programs to help you succeed.