The Advanced Pro Nursing Institute is founded and run by registered nurses, and the vocational nursing program is 16 months long, rotating through studies and applied skill. Admission is based on one's performance on a test covering math, language skills and scientific knowledge, and all applicants must be at least 17 years old. All graduates are eligible to take the state nursing Board exam.
Advanced Pro Nursing Institute
2505 Technology Dr.
Hayward, CA 94545
510-266-0868
apnursing.com
The American College of Nursing (ACN) provides both entry-level and advanced nursing training. The vocational nursing program includes classroom instruction and in-clinic training and prepares students to take California's state nursing examination. Advanced courses in blood therapy, wound care, elder care and more is available to EMTs, paramedics, and nurse practitioners. All faculty members are licensed and accredited according to the regulations listed by the BVNPT.
American College of Nursing LLC
2600 Stanwell Dr., Suite 103
Concord, CA 94520
925-689-9900
americancollegeofnursing.com
To become a licensed vocational nurse through Joseph's School of Nursing, students must complete a 12 month program that requires three stages of entrance exams to register. Accredited by the BVNPT, Joseph's School of Nursing also offers acute care certification, dental and medical assistant courses and local clinics for internships and practitioners. Registration requires the completion of a math and English test, along with a comprehensive exam on anatomy and physiology.
Joseph's School of Nursing
816 W. Lancaster Blvd.
Lancaster, CA 93536
661-492-1871
josephnursing.org
The BVNPT awarded the Solano College of Nursing with a four-year unconditional accreditation status in 2009. Their nursing program is 37 weeks long, with both theoretical and clinical classes. Students cover nutrition, pharmacy, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and human development. Certifications also include vocational nursing, home health aides, and nursing assistants.
Solano College of Nursing
1330 Springs Rd.
Vallejo, CA 94591
909-792-2255
scnursing.org