Programs of Study

Academic Prerequisites - 14 SCH

BIOL 2401 - Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 2402 - Anatomy & Physiology II
PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development
BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy

First Semester - 12 SCH (Summer)

VNSG 1222 - Vocational Nursing Concepts
VNSG 1160 - Clinical - Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Training
VNSG 1423 - Basic Nursing Skills
VNSG 1500 - Nursing in Health & Illness I

Second Semester - 13 SCH

VNSG 1330 - Maternal - Neonatal Nursing
VNSG 1509 - Nursing in Health & Illness II
VNSG 1560 - Clinical - Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Training

Third Semester - 12 SCH

VNSG 1219 - Leadership and Professional Development
VNSG 1236 - Mental Health
VNSG 2410 - Nursing in Health & Illness III
VNSG 2460 - Clinical - Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Training

Program Affiliation and Consumer Information

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Marketable Skills

• Service Orientation
• Active listening
• Coordination
• Attitude for Success
• Critical Thinking
• Medical Software
• Leadership/management Qualities

Program Outcomes

• Apply clinical decision-making skills utilizing the nursing process when formulating clinical judgments.
• Manage safe, competent, holistic care for a diverse group of patients within the scope of the vocational  nurse.
• Communicate therapeutically and effectively with individuals, significant support persons, and members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Expected Salary

Texas wage data: workers on average earn $47,760; 10% of workers earn $35,670 or less; 10% of workers earn $63,140 or more.

Career Opportunities

Physician offices; Home health agencies; Hospitals; Medical supply businesses; Clinics; Schools; Long-term care facilities.

High School Endorsements

Public Service

Additional Educational Opportunities

Students may pursue an Associate Applied Science in Nursing (RN)