Shasta College LVN Program in Redding, CA

The Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program at Shasta College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as entry-level vocational nurses. This comprehensive program typically combines classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory experiences, and extensive clinical rotations in diverse healthcare settings. Students can expect to learn fundamental nursing concepts, including anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal-child health, and geriatrics. The clinical component allows students to apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios, working alongside experienced nurses in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and other healthcare organizations. Graduates of the Shasta College LVN program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Upon passing the NCLEX-PN and obtaining licensure, LVNs can pursue rewarding careers providing direct patient care, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and educating patients in various healthcare settings. Completion of the program will typically take 12-18 months, depending on the program structure at Shasta College. This program is an excellent pathway to a fulfilling career in healthcare.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Shasta College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.