Vocational Nursing Program

Program Detail

The full-time program length is 15 months; academic coursework and clinical rotations.  Upon successful graduation, the student will be eligible to take the Licensing Exam for Vocation Nurses.

 The potential student will be number-rated on the following:-

1. Fulfilled all pre-requisite courses

2. Financial obligations in place

3. Family obligations in place

4. Interview with the Director

5. TEAS test score

6. Previous academic history / grades

Eligibility

 Each applicant for the Vocational Nursing Program must:

1. Be at least 17-years old

2. Be a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant

3. Present proof of a 12^th grade education or its equivalent

4. Pass the TEAS test with a minimum of 70%

5. Complete the pre-requisite courses:  Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology; pharmacolog and Psychology

6. Submit an application for admission to the VN Program

7. Submit  three (3) recommendations

8. Undertake a placement interview

9. Submit a complete physical examination and vaccination record

10. Submit a copy of a current CPR card

 (Foreign graduates must have their high school and college transcripts evaluated for US equivalency.  The Front Desk can assist you.)

 Selection Criteria

All adults are welcome to submit an application for enrollment in APNI’s Vocational Nursing Program.  However, the student must:

-  Fulfill all admission requirements

-  Pass the TEAS test with a score of 70% or better

-  3 points less will be evaluated individually