Vocational Nurse is a Diploma program offered by North-West College in Long Beach, CA. The program takes 64 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $39,195.
Program Objectives
The Vocational Nurse program provides students with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a vocational nurse in a variety of settings. The student will receive classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in nursing areas of fundamentals, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, medical/surgical nursing, mental health, maternity, pediatric, and leadership nursing. After successful completion of the program, the student is required to take the NCLEX-PN® examination for licensure as a vocational nurse. Graduates of the Vocational Nurse program may be employed as a Licensed Vocational Nurse upon application to the State Board of Nursing and successfully passing the NCLEX-PN® examination. This person may serve patients and clients in many settings including hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices, extended-care facilities, and other medical facilities.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
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North-West College is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in Title IV programs, is approved by the California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education (CSAAVE), and is approved to train State Vocational Rehabilitation students. Certain campuses are approved to train students eligible for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding.
Total program charges are $39,995, which includes tuition, books and supplies, and the $100 non-refundable registration fee.