Vocational Nursing Program
Vocational Nursing Program Information Meetings: Held at 6:00 pm at the East Ball Road Campus, Room 3,
1617 E Ball Road, Anaheim, Ca 92805.
Introduction / High school Students and Adults
The VN program is part of the Health Science and Medical Technology
career pathway and is offered to high school students and adults. It is not a fee-based course.
High School students have priority in ROP classes.
Download Nursing Pathway for HS Students
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PDF.
Adults are encouraged to attend a VN INFORMATION MEETING. The demand for Vocational Nurses
is, and will contiune to remain high.
Download Nursing Pathway for
ADULTS -
PDF.
Program Description
Theory and clinical experiences assist the student in gaining knowledge and skills to become a licensed vocational nurse in a number of settings. The student will learn basic concepts of pharmacology, nutrition, psychology, anatomy, physiology, medical-surgical nursing, care of the mother and her newborn, normal growth and development, and concepts of leadership for health care. Completion of the Vocational Nursing Program will qualify a student to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses, (NCLEX-PN)
Vocational Nursing Course Length
The 13-month program is divided between 1000 hours of clinical experience, and 600 hours of classroom theory. Classroom instruction is full-time during the day, with possible afternoon/evening rotations.
Program Expenses - Cost Lists
• High school student expenses are listed here:
Download High School Costs PDF
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Adult program expenses are listed here: Adult
VN Cost List
(9/21/12)
High School Student Admission Requirements
As a high school student you have some course options as you pursue your medical career. You may take Medical Academy and medical program high school courses.
High school students: View the
Nursing Pathway Checklist
and
contact your Career Guidance Specialist, or the
VN program.
E-mail: vn@nocrop.us
Adult Student Admission Requirements - Points Rubric
Adult admission requirements are as follows:
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Students must be at least 18 years of
age and have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Achievement of a passing score on the reading/math pre-entrance
assessment (TABE) is necessary.
- Applicants must also have successfully completed the initial phase
of the North Orange County ROP Fundamentals of Nursing I course or
equivalent.
- The minimum grade point average of applicants must be 2.0 (C) or
better to be granted credit for any course work.
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Click here: Adult Vocational Nursing Program Entrance Requirements
Dates and Details for Nursing Pre-entrance Assessment
Students should sign up for the Reading and Math (TABE) Test on one of the (March or October) sign-up dates.
OCTOBER 2013 SIGN UP DATES
The next sign up period will be
October 8, 9, 10 and
October 15, 16, & 17
for the pre-entrance assessment for the Vocational Nursing Program.
Next year's March sign-up dates:
TBA
*Sign up in person for a
pre-assessment testing
date at the East Ball Road
Campus. EBR Address: 1617 East Ball
Road, Anaheim, CA 92805. The assessment is a computerized
pre-entrance reading and math skills examination (TABE) test.
Your actual examination dates and times will be assigned when you
register for the test.
Contact Vicki Warren at 714-502-5962, or Evelyn Ching at 714-502-5950.
The
Reading and Math (TABE) Test is required for starting the VN Program
Pathway.
Sign up for testing in person at the
EBR Campus.
Registration by phone in NOT available.
Your actual examination dates and times will be assigned when you
register for the test.
The adult fee for the exam is $20.
Fee is non-refundable - and payable in cash at the time of registration.
There is NO exam fee for high school students. High school
students must bring school ID.
Regarding VN Pre-Entrance testing for High School Students
High
school students: Upon passing the assessment,
students will be eligible to enter the eleven week Fundamentals of
Nursing I class at the East Ball Road Facility beginning the week of
May 13, 2013.
If students are retaking the test, they
must complete the PassKey Program in the computer lab at East Ball
Road before retesting.
Eleventh graders
currently in the 2013/14
school year may take Fundamentals of Nursing during
12th grade. Taking the two-semester class at
Savanna High
School is recommended.
Fundamentals of Nursing I
(Pre-nursing Class)
Fundamentals of Nursing I is a pre-nursing screening class, held
twice a year. About 150 students are accepted for each class.
This night class runs approximately 11 weeks, The class has no
clinical component.
You must take the pre-entrance test and pass before you can be
considered for the Fundamentals I class.
Fundamentals of Nursing I
Next course begins week of May 13, 2013.
Course length: Approx. 11 weeks
Class is Mondays and Wednesdays, 5pm-9pm;
or Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5pm-9pm
Acceptance into the
13 Month VN Program
After completion of Fundamentals of Nursing I, students must interview and have their points for the program evaluated. All diplomas, transcripts, proof of medical pathway, or items the students wish to receive points for must be submitted by the deadline established by the Fundamentals of Nursing I instructor to be counted for the interview. Download Rubric.
Sixty students and alternates are accepted into the Vocational Nursing Program based on students with the highest points. This selection process takes place twice each year. High schools students who have followed the pathway have priority.
The 13 Month Vocational Nursing Program
The 13-month long program is divided between 1000 hours of clinical experience, and 600 hours of classroom theory. Classroom instruction is full-time during the day, with possible afternoon/evening rotations. The program has two start dates each year... and two graduation ceremonies are held each year as well.
The 13 Month Vocational Nursing Program is scheduled to start in
June, and also in October.
The course runs Monday through Friday.
Classroom Hours
Classroom hours: 8:30 am-2:30 pm,
2-3 days a week.
Clinical Hours
Clinical hours: 6:45 am - 3:15 pm,
2-3 days a week. Some evening rotations may be available if
clinical sites are not available during the day.
The first 2 weeks for the 13-month program is entirely classroom. Hours are 8:30 am-2:30 pm.
Two Schedules for the 13 Month Vocational Nursing Program
1) June Program Schedule
If accepted into the 13 Month Vocational Nursing Program that begins
in June, the schedule is:
2) October Program Schedule
If accepted into the 13 Month Vocational Nursing Program October class, the schedule is:
• Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays are clinical days, until the end of
Fundamentals of Nursing II (approximately two months), and Thursdays and
Fridays are class days.
• Beginning in January, until the end of the Vocational Nursing Program, clinical days are Mondays and Tuesdays, with class days on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Speak with your counselor. Learn More...
Health Sciences and Medical Technology Classes
Students should enroll in Medical Core first, before registering in the health occupations classes listed below. Medical Core is not a prerequisite for the VN Program. Attainment of required academic level in pre-entrance assessment, or approval by ROP administration is required to enroll in Medical Core.
Medical Assistant Front Office/Health Unit
Coordinator
Nursing Assistant -
Acute Care (CNA Program)
EKG Aide
CPR for Health Care Professionals
CNA CEU (Continuing Education Units) for CNAs
Fee-based Health Sciences and Medical Technology
Programs
Adult VN Program Pathway Entrance Requirements Link
Are you an adult student starting the Nursing Pathway? Find out how to enter the VN Program Pathway and earn points quickly to reach your goals. Click here for Adult VN Program Pathway Entrance Requirements.
VN INFORMATION MEETINGS
Labor market growth of 22% is expected for
LVNs between 2010 and 2020 according to the Occupational
Outlook Handbook.
Vocational Nursing Program Information meetings
for the public will be held at 6:00
pm at:
East Ball Road Facility, Room 3
1617 E. Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92805
For information about the VN program call 714-502-5957.
Email: vn@nocrop.us
Additional VN Testing
North Orange County ROP is extending their
assessment testing for entrance to the Vocational Nursing Program!
For testing registration, contact Vicki Warren at
714-502-5962 or Evelyn Ching at 714-502-5950.
VN Information Meetings
Meeting: Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Vocational Nursing Program Information meetings will be held at 6:00
pm at the:
East Ball Road Facility, Room 3
1617 E. Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92805
1617 E. Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92805
Pre-entrance Assessment
The TABE Pre-entrance assessment test is for adults and high school students. Sign up in person at EBR.
The next sign up period for Vocational
Nursing Program pre-entrance assessment will be October 8, 9, 10
and October 15, 16, & 17, 2013
Regarding VN Pre-Entrance testing for high school students:
Upon passing the
assessment, students will be eligible to enter Fundamentals of Nursing
at Savanna High School in September, 2013.
Pre-entrance Assessment will also be held in October of 2013.
Details TBA.
Read Pre-entrance Assessment Registration Details on this page.
Important Notice
Health Science and Medical Technology classes include the study of reproductive and other body systems. The curriculum requires students to practice procedures on other students and/or patients, both male and female, of differing ages. Participation in these activities is necessary for students to gain competency in the skills needed to past the class and earn a certificate. Heavy lifting and deep bending are also activities required of students.
Student Commitment
All students should consider the Vocational Nursing
Program their primary commitment, as many hours of study are required for
completion. This time includes classroom theory, clinical experience,
homework assignments, research, and writing.
Related Links
- CPR Class Sign-UPs
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CEUs for CNA and HHAs flier
Health Sciences Fee-Based Programs - EBR Campus Location
School Calendar
ROP School Calendar / School Holidays
Medical Books and Materials
Fundamentals I Homework Packet
Nurse's Pocket Guide
Davis Drug Guide
Math for Nurses
Taber's Dictionary
Nurse's Guide/Clinical
Lab & Diagnostic Textbook
Essential of A & P
Understanding Medical Surgery
Diabetes Mellitus Textbook
Maternal and Pediatric Nursing
Mental Health Nursing Leadership
NCLEX-PN Review
