Vocational Nursing Program

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CNA to LVN Pathway

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LENGTH OF PROGRAM: The Vocational Nursing program is a full time 3-semester program (50 units), with a summer break. 

CERTIFICATE/DEGREE: A new cohort of students (40) begins every 18 months. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing, and are eligible to receive an Associate of Science Degree in Vocational Nursing if all college AS degree requirements are met. 

MISSION: The Vocational Nursing program prepares applicants to practice as competent, compassionate and ethical Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs). The program provides a high quality, equity- focused vocational education program which is sensitive to the diversity of our students and the needs of our community. We facilitate educational access and academic excellence through a learner-centered nursing program, and prepare students to successfully pass the National Licensing Exam (NCLEX PN).

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Our Graduates practice Licensed Vocational Nursing in a variety of health-related settings: skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, residential care facilities, memory-care units, sub-acute care units, hospice and home health agencies, school districts, jails, clinics, surgery centers, hospitals and Health Care provider offices. 

APPLICATIONS: Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 cohort, which begins in August. Seats are offered in the order that complete applications are received. Once all 40 seats have been filled, additional applicants will be placed on a waitlist. 

Click on the Vocational Nursing menu for more program information. Please submit any questions to our program support specialist, Margarita Silva, at healthtech@pipeline.sbcc.edu

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