This curriculum is designed to prepare selected individuals to provide nursing care requiring technical-manual skills under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician.  Upon successful completion of the program, a student receives a Certificate of Completion and is eligible to take the NCLEX-PN for licensure as a Vocational Nurse.  Students who have had previous education and experience in nursing will be given the opportunity to receive credit toward completion of the program.

Space in the program is limited to 30 students.  A new class in enrolled every three semesters.  In order to be eligible for enrollment, students must satisfy the prerequisites listed below:

Note: All students participating in clinical rotations must submit proof of drug screening and a background check prior to going into clinical facilities.  Students are financially responsible for meeting these requirements according to the established program process.

PREREQUISITES TO VOCATIONAL NURSING PROGRAM:

(1) Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

(2) Students must be a current Certified Nurse Aide

(3) Students must complete the following courses with a "C" grade or better.

Students must be enrolled in the program in order to take the courses listed below.  Students, at their expense, are required to have a physical examination and immunizations prior to entering the program.  Students must meet established physical criteria to participate in the clinical area, have a current Basic CPR card Class C, provide proof of drug testing, and a completed background check.

Students must complete the courses below in order to receive the certificate:

Shasta College - Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District

11555 Old Oregon Trail - P.O. Box 496006 - Redding, CA 96049-6006 - 530.242-7500