Cerro Coso Community College LVN Program in Ridgecrest, CA

Cerro Coso Community College’s Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program provides students with a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in vocational nursing. The program, authorized by the California Department of Public Health, begins in August and emphasizes rigorous preparation. Applicants must complete specific prerequisite courses, including Electronic Health Records, Medical Terminology, Psychology, Anatomy & Physiology, English Composition and Mathematics, each with a grade of ‘C’ or higher. A mandatory background check ensures patient safety. While the LVN program itself typically takes two years, students are strongly encouraged to pursue the Associate of Science (AS) degree in Vocational Nursing. Cerro Coso maintains a history of high LVN pass rates, reflecting its commitment to quality education. Students are advised to consult with counseling services to plan their academic journey and prepare for a successful application to the LVN program.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Cerro Coso Community 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.