Vocational Nursing in Los Angeles

The Vocational Nursing program provides students with the theory, laboratory and clinical experiences that will serve as preparation for an entry-level position in vocational nursing. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX-PN (National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses) to obtain licensure, as required for the practice of nursing. Nursing theory guides clinical practice. The clinical portion of the program provides students with actual hands-on experiences in giving nursing care to patients of all ages, ethnic and cultural groups, and stages of wellness/illness in hospitals and other health care agencies affiliated with CBD College. In addition, the clinical atmosphere will enable the student to observe first-hand the behaviors that are crucial to employability in those agencies

Why become an LVN

• High Demand for LVNs in the job market.
• According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of licensed Vocational nurses is expected to grown much faster than average in home healthcare services."

The demand for licensed vocational nurses in the U.S is projected to increase by 60% over the next ten years. This is due to a number of factors, including the increasing population of elderly people. Statistical information from area health care facilities and other educational institutions indicates that all licensed Vocational Nurses obtain employment in the health care field within 3 months of becoming licensed.

• Job Security
• Excellent Pay
• Flexible Hours
• Work with Patients, RNs and Doctors
• Rewarding and Fulfilling Opportunities
• Potential for Advancement

Why Choose the LVN Program at CBD?

• NCLEX/PN training throughout the course
• State-of-the-art skills lab
• Computer learning center
• Dedicated faculty and staff
• Hands-on training and personal feel
• Clinical experience in a variety of healthcare facilities
• On-site placement department will assist you to find a job
• Federal Financial Aid Available to those who qualify

Where Can an LVN Work?

• Hospitals
• Ambulatory Surgery Centers
• Satellite Surgery Centers
• Physicians Offices
• Laser Centers
• Long-term Care Facilities
• Home Health/Hospice Agencies
• Residential Care Facilities
• Schools
• Government/Community Agencies
• Registries

Program Content

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Communicable Diseases
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Culturally Congruent Care
• End-of-Life Care
• Ethics and Unethical Conduct
• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Gerontological Nursing
• Maternity Nursing
• Normal Growth and Development
• Nursing Process
• Nutrition
• Patient Education
• Pediatric Nursing
• Pharmacology
• Psychology
• Supervision

Vocational Nursing

Credential Level: 01=Undergraduate Certificate

Cost of Program

Completion and Placement Rates for Period 07/01/2009 to 06/30/2010

On-Time Completion Rate: 94.4%

Job Placement Rate: 71.0%

Median Loan Debt

Federal Loan Debt: $ 15,378.85

Private Loan Debt: N/A

Institutional Finance Plan: N/A

Licensure Examination Pass Rates (link)