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Vocational Nursing
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Vocational Nursing
The one-year Vocational Nursing Program will begin each new class in August and will be completed by the end of July. The Program is designed to provide the student with a strong academic foundation and clinical skill level necessary for entry level as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. The Program seeks to provide information and experiences for the student to be prepared to work as an integral member of the health care system. The Vocational Nursing Program offers both an Associate in Science Degree and a Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing. Courses are offered in the traditional lecture/laboratory format. A minimum letter grade of “C” is required in each core course with a minimum overall grade point average of 2.00 to receive the Degree or Certificate.
Program Overview
As a Vocational Nursing major, you will:
- Study specific vocational nursing curriculum that prepares for a variety of career options.
- Develop skills that pertain to vocational nursing in the hospital, clinic and skilled nursing facility setting.
- Identify the areas of nursing that best suit the student.
Program Highlights
- One year program reduces the time required to graduate
- Quality clinical sites
Degrees
Associate in Science in Vocational Nursing
Certificate of Achievement
Vocational Nursing
Two-Year Advising Plans
| Degree Type | Degree Name |
| Associate in Science | Vocational Nursing-AS |
| Certificate of Achievement | Vocational Nursing-CA |
Employment Opportunities
Hospitals
Prisons
Physician Offices
Community Clinics
Degrees and Certificates
Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing
Total Units for Certificate of Achievement: 64 Units
Required Core Courses: 44 Units
| COURSE NUMBER | TITLE | UNITS |
| VN-50 | Pharmacology | 4 |
| VN 51 | Nursing Fundamentals | 4 |
| VN-52 | Clinical Lab I | 7 |
| VN-53 | Adult Nursing Theory | 7 |
| VN-54 | VN-54 Clinical Lab II | 6 |
| VN-55 | Nursing Leadership and Professional Development | 2 |
| VN-56 | Clinical Lab III | 6 |
| VN-57 | Maternity Nursing | 2 |
| VN-58 | VN-58 Pediatric Nursing | 2 |
| VN 59 | Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal | 2 |
| VN 60 | Comprehensive Nursing Review | 2 |
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Associate in Science Degree or the Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing, the student will be able to:
1. Successfully pass the National Council Licensure Examination state board examination for licensure as a Vocational Nurse.
2. Work in a variety of health care settings performing safe and effective nursing care.
Associate in Science Degree in Vocational Nursing
Vocational Nursing Program
The Program is accredited by the California State Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. The individuals who successfully complete the Program are eligible to take the California Council Licensure Examination for licensure as a Vocational Nurse. A declaration of any record of convictions and fingerprinting is required to obtain a license. Persons with a conviction may be denied a license. Prior to registering for courses within the LVN Program, students must be accepted into the Program. The prerequisite requirements apply to both the Associate in Science Degree and the Certificate of Achievement. Students may contact the Director of Vocational Nursing at 530-257-6181 x8994 for any questions, concerns, or additional information.
Prerequisite Requirements
1. Completion of all application materials
2. Graduation from High School or equivalency through GED or California Proficiency Examination
3. A current, valid CPR card or AHA CPR
4. Completion of ENGL 1 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent multiple measures placement.
5. Completion of MATH 60 Intermediate Algebra with a grade “C” or better or equivalent multiple measures placement.
6. Completion of the required prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better.
Required Prerequisite Courses: 20 Units
| COURSE NUMBER | TITLE | UNITS |
| BIOL-25 & | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIOL-26 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| OR | ||
| BIOL 21 & | Human Anatomy with Lab | 4 |
| BIOL-22 | Human Physiology with Lab | 4 |
| HLTH-25 | Understanding Nutrition | 3 |
| HO 3 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| PSY-1 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 18 | Life Span Development | 3 |
| Total Units for the Associate in Science Degree: 73 Units Required Core Courses: 44 Units | ||
| VN-50 | Pharmacology | 4 |
| VN 51 | Nursing Fundamentals | 4 |
| VN-52 | Clinical Lab I | 7 |
| VN-53 | Adult Nursing Theory | 7 |
| VN-54 | VN-54 Clinical Lab II | 6 |
| General Education Requirements: Area C | ||
| VN-55 | Nursing Leadership and Professional Development | 2 |
| VN-56 | Clinical Lab III | 6 |
| VN-57 | Maternity Nursing | 2 |
| VN-58 | VN-58 Pediatric Nursing | 2 |
| VN 59 | Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal | 2 |
| VN 60 | Comprehensive Nursing Review | 2 |
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