Vocational Nursing Certificate
What can I do with this?
The Vocational Nursing Certificate
- Is an intensive program totaling 1,662 hours.
- Is approved by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
- Prepares students to take the licensure examination provided by the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCLEX-PN).
You can use this to:
- Become a Licensed Vocational (Practical) Nurse (LVN/PN)
Nurses are in high demand and job opportunities for nurses vary widely. Employment opportunities are found in long-term care and acute care hospitals as well as in assorted clinics, physician's offices, and correctional facilities. Jobs for LVNs are projected to increase by 22.4% by 2020. Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics Monthly Labor Review, Jan 2012
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What will I learn?
- To identify the etiology, pathophysiology and signs and symptoms of disorders of all body systems and stages of development.
- To demonstrate an understanding of the nursing process.
- To take a leadership role in both the profession of Vocational Nursing and in the community.
- To successfully pass the State Mandated NCLEX-PN Boards.
Program Learning Outcome Assessments
What courses do I take?
Note: Some courses within the major have a required prerequisite. If you feel you have equivalent knowledge and skills to those included in the prerequisite course through professional experience, licensure, or certification, you have the opportunity to submit a Prerequisite Challenge to be reviewed by the Department Chair. For the Prerequisite Challenge to be considered, you must submit documentation and verification to substantiate the basis for the challenge. Please see a counselor for more information about the Prerequisite Challenge process.
Complete all of the following courses:
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
Select 3 units from the following courses:
Enrollment is through Counseling only. Vocational Nursing requires the completion of prerequisite courses for entrance into the program. All prerequisites must be successfully completed with a grade of "C" or better before entering the program.
Conditions of Enrollment
Vocational Nursing requires the completion of prerequisite courses for entrance into the program.
Enrollment is through Counseling only. Vocational Nursing requires the completion of prerequisite courses for entrance into the program. All prerequisites must be successfully completed with a grade of "C" or better before entering the program. Students must also possess a current CNA certificate and must complete a Certified Background Check before enrolling.
Program Pathways
All classes needed for this certificate are available at the following campuses: Ridgecrest / IWV Bishop Mammoth Lakes Lake Isabella
See Counseling for specific help with enrolling and completing this major.
How can I afford it?
This degree requires 43.0 units and will likely take 4 semesters.
Approximate Total Costs
CA Residents
43.0 units
at $46 per unit
Equals $1,978 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $2,580* for books and supplies
Total cost $4,558 for 4 semesters
Non-residents
43.0 units
at $382 per unit
Equals $16,426 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $2,580* for books and supplies
Total cost $19,006 for 4 semesters
*This is an estimate. Actual costs will vary.
Need help? Financial Aid can help with fee waivers and scholarships and other aid. Make sure to fill out your FAFSA every January.
