VOCATIONAL NURSING (LVN)

The nursing profession is experiencing growth due to aging populations and long-term care needs. You can prepare to be a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the Vocational Nursing Program at Casa Loma College!

Vocational Nurses play a vital role in the delivery of health care, and the demand for qualified Vocational Nurses has never been greater. The Vocational Nursing program prepares you for a rewarding career as vocational nurse who is competent to practice under the guidance of a registered nurse or licensed physician/dentist in a variety of settings.

LVNs are an important part of a health care team responsible for detecting illnesses, medical treatment and rehabilitation, as well as patient education This program gives you the skill and knowledge to offer professional care to the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled. In addition, students gain hands-on nursing skills during clinical experience provided through affiliations with several area health care facilities.

Employment opportunities for graduates include positions in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, doctor's offices, clinics, correctional facilities, and home health agencies.

Outline of Program:

  • 577 hours of theory
  • 954 hours of practical clinical and lab
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Pharmacology
  • Fundamentals of Nursing
  • Medical Surgical 1-3
  • Maternal/Child
  • Vocational & Career Enhancement
  • NCLEX preparation
     
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  • Full time and Part Time weekends

Requirements:

  • High school graduate or posses a GED certificate or equivalency thereof.
  • Minimum age of 17.5 years
  • Pass the Standard Assessment Exam
  • Pass the college's physical exam
  • Obtain a clearance on Consumer Background Report
  • Physically capable of performing the duties of a vocational nurse
  • Proof of Influenza Shot

Selection Process:

The Applicants who have met all the Entrance & Financial Aid requirements and have completed the admission process, will be eligible for selection into the Nursing Program. Selection is made on or before the 10th day of class and is based on attendance, punctuality, attitude and participation, entrance exam scores and quiz test scores. After the selection process has been completed the remaining candidates may be placed on the list for the next available class.