LVN (Licensed Vocational Nursing)
The 12-month curriculum in Vocational Nursing leads to a Certificate of Completion and prepares graduates to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses. Successful completion of the examination will allow graduates to practice as a licensed vocational nurse in the State of Texas. The curriculum is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
ADMISSION TO THE VOCATIONAL NURSING PROGRAMAdmission to the Vocational Nursing Program is a separate procedure from admission to Navarro College. Applicants must first meet all admission criteria for Navarro College. After acceptance as a student by Navarro College, a student is then eligible to seek admission to the Vocational Nursing Program. Admission to the Vocational Nursing Program is based on a competitive basis. A new class is accepted for admission into the program each fall at each of the four locations (Corsicana, Midlothian, Waxahachie and Mexia). Campus placement is 100% based on ranking points. No prerequisites are required, but Math Proficiency is advised before entry. Note: Even though there are no prerequisites for the LVN program, program admission is based on ranking points and students are awarded addition points for classes taken and any prerequisite courses that were taken for the ADN program. (Biology 2401, Biology 2301, Psychology 2301, Psychology 2314, and Microbiology 2420.) Any college hours must be completed with a C or better by the end of fall 2024 in order to receive the additional points. Students may complete non-nursing academic courses prior to admission to the LVN Program. Counselors are available for assistance with degree planning. While in the program, courses must be completed with a score of 75 or better to continue on in the program.
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PATHWAYS TO CAREER ADVANCEMENT
Licensed Vocational Nurses have the option of applying to the LVN-RN Bridge Program of the ADN. Generic Program after one year of work experience.
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NOTICE TO STUDENTS REGARDING LICENSING (HB 1508) |
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Effective September 1st 2017, HB 1508 amends the Texas Occupations Code Section 53 that requires education providers to notify you a potential or enrolled student that a criminal history may make you ineligible for an occupational license upon program completion. The following website provides links to information about the licensing process and requirements. www.ptot.texas.gov Should you wish to request a review of the impact of criminal history on your potential LVN License prior to or during your quest for a degree, you can visit this link and request a “Criminal History Evaluation.” http://www.ptot.texas.gov/idl/5507F83A-E33A-9745-CF66-A40DECF58723 This information is being provided to all persons who apply or enroll in the program with notice of the requirements as described above, regardless of whether or not the person has been convicted of a criminal offense. Additionally, HB 1508 authorizes licensing agencies to require reimbursements when a student fails to receive the required notice. |
CAREER DESTINATION MAP
Licensed Vocational Nursing (Certificate)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
MARKETABLE SKILLS
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TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES
Navarro College
Vocational Nursing to Associate Degree Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Vocational Nursing to Associate Degree Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Vocational Nursing to Associate Degree Nursing
Hill College
Vocational Nursing to Associate Degree Nursing
Dallas College - El Centro
Vocational Nursing to Associate Degree Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
Vocational Nursing to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Prairie View A&M University
Vocational Nursing to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Sam Houston State University
Vocational Nursing to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Tarleton State University
Vocational Nursing to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
PROGRAM PEER REVIEW COMMITTEE
As an organization that has 10 or more Registered Nurses on staff, Navarro College has a Peer Review Committee process as required by the Texas Board of Nursing. One purpose of the Peer Review Committee is to review the merits of complaints concerning a nurse employed by Navarro College or the nursing care provided by a nurse employed by Navarro College and to make a determination or recommendation regarding the complaint.
Navarro College and the Navarro College Associate Degree Nursing Program and Vocational
Nursing Program use this web site and other means to inform the public about nursing
practice information. Navarro College professional nurses maintain established professional
and ethical standards and adhere to all Texas Board of Nursing rules.
PROGRAM CONTACT INFORMATION
Health Professions Navigator
For Pre-Admission Questions
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(972) 923-6435
Monday-Thursday, 8am-7pm
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Program Director | Navarro College-Corsicana | (903) 875-7549
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Health Professions Coordinator | (972) 923-5121