Vocational Nursing Program
at Rio Hondo College
Los Angeles Catalog
About
The Vocational Nursing Program is a two-semester program, following the completion of prerequisite courses. It is designed to prepare students for employment as Vocational Nurse, giving care to patients in a variety of settings, such as acute hospitals, extended care facilities, home health care, surgical centers, and medical offices. The program is approved by the California State Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
Takes
12 Months
Costs
$1.7k
Leads to
$65.1k careers
Example Career
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.
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Entry
Median
High
Salary
Hourly Wage
$52,000
$65,060
$83,660
$25
$31.28
$40.22
What skills and credentials will I gain?
Students who complete the curriculum, and achieve the Certificate of Achievement, are qualified to apply for the examination leading to licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (VN-NCLEX).
Admissions
Applicants who are interested in the nursing programs should attend a nursing Information Session to discuss prerequisites, general education requirements, assessment tests, and the application/selection process.
Contact
Who do I contact?
Rio Hondo College
3600 Workman Mill Road
Whittier, CA 90601