Nursing Programs

Nursing is an honorable profession and a gratifying career. Not only do nurses save lives, but they offer compassion and kindness to those that need it most. In addition, they are often a source of comfort, safety, and security. Nursing may be a great career choice if you are passionate about helping others. Continue reading to learn more.

Heal Hearts, Minds, and Bodies

As a nurse, you will have the opportunity to heal hearts, minds, and bodies. Nursing is a noble career that promises longevity and fulfillment. If you’d like to learn more about Unitek’s programs—and take the first step in your nursing career—contact us today by submitting an information request form.

Vocational Nursing and Practical Nursing Programs

The Vocational Nursing and Practical Nursing Programs at Unitek College give students the knowledge, training, and confidence they’ll need to pass the licensure exam. Licensed Vocational and Licensed Practical Nurses assist physicians and Registered Nurses with caring for the sick, injured, or disabled. These programs prepare students with 12 months of instruction, at least 900 hours of hands-on training, and access to healthcare facilities. Most importantly, the program prepares graduates for the National Council Licensure Examination-Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN). This exam must be taken for graduates to become LVNs in California and LPNs in Nevada.

Associate of Science in Vocational Nursing

Vocational Nurses who have already completed an approved Vocational Nursing or Practical Nursing program can expand their education and training with the Associate of Science in Vocational Nursing (ASVN) Program at Unitek College. The program builds on the Vocational Nursing Diploma by adding the same 100% online General Education and Science courses required for students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program. The goal of this post-licensure program is to educate and develop Vocational Nurses to become well-rounded professionals through undergraduate General Education.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program can lead to a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse or can be a pathway for current LVNs and Associate Degree RNs to take their careers to the next level. Attaining your BSN degree equips you with advanced tools and experience to meet the more complex demands of healthcare and nursing today.

RNs play a vital role in our healthcare system. They assess and document symptoms, responses, and patient improvement among their many duties. They also assist during surgeries and treatments, and they can administer medications. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is a three-year program; however, those who have successfully completed nursing-board-approved Vocational Nursing or Practical Nursing programs and the required General Education courses may qualify for Advanced Placement status at Unitek. This status would allow eligible students to complete the program in as little as 2 years.

RN Courses for International Nurses

On top of these options, Unitek also offers RN courses for international nurses. These courses may be ideal for international graduates who would like to work in California. During this process, you must pass the NCLEX-RN exam and obtain a California State Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) license. However, the BRN may ask you to enroll in courses at an approved college before taking the NCLEX-RN exam.

If that’s the case, Unitek offers several BRN-approved courses. They include Transition to Professional Nursing, Maternal/Newborn – Theory, Maternal/Newborn – Clinical, Nursing Across the Lifespan IV Med/Surg IV – Theory, and Nursing Across the Lifespan IV Med/Surg IV – Clinical.

Put yourself on the career path toward success by joining a community of remarkable students and educators. At Unitek College, you’ll never be just another face in the crowd.