How to Enroll at a Vocational Nursing School

If you are looking for a financially rewarding and meaningful career, the nursing profession can offer you that. An education from a vocational nursing school is a good first step towards a nursing career. You can get an associate degree in nursing or become a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) by attending a vocational nursing school.



According to the American Nurses Association, Licensed Vocational Nurses receive an average salary of about $35,000. Not only will you be building personal financial stability but also, more importantly, you will be holding a job where you are able to touch the lives of people every day.



At present, there is a shortage of qualified vocational nurses in the country and reports estimate this shortage can triple in the next coming years so attend a vocational nursing school would be a smart decision. Many opportunities are waiting for you in different healthcare organizations nationwide and overseas after you graduate from vocational nursing school.



Usually, such programs have three-semester up to four-semester coursework. Some offer programs that accelerate the period of study wherein students are able to complete their education in less than 12 months.



While the length of study is major consideration for some students, what should be a more important factor to consider is the quality of education offered by your chosen nursing school. Quality education will make all the difference in whether you will be able to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses or NCLEX-PN.



Therefore, you should choose your school carefully. Make sure your school is state-approved and has received the proper accreditation to provide a vocational nursing program. Do your research and learn about the school, its programs, curriculum, pass rate, environment, student life and etcetera.



A good school offers a program where students have the opportunity to learn various technical skill sets in patient care such as taking vital signs, assessment and reporting of symptoms, administering treatment, and other practical nursing skills. The students also learn how to communicate and interact with patients effectively. Ultimately, a vocational nursing school prepares the student to be able to meet requirements for licensure.



Tuition in a vocational school varies from one school to the other but student financial aid is available through state funds, scholarships, grants and other forms of financial aid. Contact your local vocational nursing school to find out about their financial assistance programs.