LVN Program in San Jose, CA | Vocational Nursing School

About the VN Program in San Jose

Kickstart your nursing career by enrolling in our Vocational Nursing (VN) program in San Jose, California. Designed for motivated students and career changers alike, our comprehensive curriculum can be completed in as little as 12 months.

You’ll receive professional instruction, practical training, and access to healthcare facilities that prepare you for the real world. Our modern nursing labs mirror real clinical settings, while our dedicated career services team offers workshops, resume support, and mock interviews to help you launch your nursing career with confidence.

Why Choose Our Vocational Nursing Program in San Jose?

Accelerated Path: Earn your Vocational Nursing diploma in as little as: 12 months through our full-time day program; 17 months with our full-time evening program; or 20 months via our part-time evening program.¹
Hands-On Training: Build real-world skills through modern simulation labs, professional instruction, and clinical experience at local healthcare facilities.
Career Support: Benefit from our dedicated career services team, offering resume workshops, mock interviews, and employer connections to help you step confidently into the workforce.

Ready to begin your nursing journey? Fill out our contact form today. Our friendly Admissions Representatives are here to answer your questions and guide you every step of the way. Join us at Unitek College and turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling nursing career.

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Unitek College has been recognized by ACCSC as a 2023 ACCSC School of Excellence.

What You’ll Learn

Graduates of our San Jose VN program learn how to perform the general duties and responsibilities of a Vocational Nurse. Our ultimate goal is to prepare you for a successful career in nursing. The VN course curriculum maintains a balance of theory and hands-on experience. We will provide you with the necessary training to pursue an entry-level job in your chosen field.

Our nursing classes are furnished with individual student desks, whiteboards, and a projector. Our nursing labs contain patient-care stations to simulate actual hospital settings, and each lab is fully equipped to prepare you for the everyday procedures of a practicing nurse. These include IV poles, enteral feeding pumps, both adult and pediatric mannequins, scales, and blood pressure cuffs.

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Admissions Requirements for the San Jose VN Program

If you’d like to enroll in our San Jose nursing program, please review some of our requirements below:

1 Submit proof of high school education or equivalent

2 Complete our Unitek VN prerequisite course within 12 months before the scheduled start date of the VN program

3 Complete a background check during the prereq course

4 Schedule an interview with the program director

5 Complete all financing arrangements

6 Start class

Vocational Nursing Program with a Career-Driven Curriculum

Our program strives to prepare you for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam. Those that pass can pursue entry-level employment as Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs). Furthermore, our graduates are qualified to manage a variety of essential tasks, including the following:

Cooperating with clients, families, and community resources to provide holistic care.
Helping identify solutions to deliver basic nursing care within specific ethical or legal limitations.
Promoting the practice of Vocational Nursing. Our VN students are not required to complete any General Education subjects. However, they do receive practical experience at clinical sites during the program. They will be under the supervision of their instructors and learn how to perform their nursing duties in real-life settings.

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Everything was possible by having a great teacher and clinical instructor who pushed us all the way through and a very determined dean who believed in us from the very beginning. I learned so much. Not just book-wise but also the skills and character, and for me, that matters.

– Debbie D.

The San Jose Campus

Bordered by Santa Teresa Boulevard and Great Oaks Boulevard, our San Jose Campus is also located near the W. Valley Freeway. Since we are located in the south side of the city, we also enroll students from areas south of San Jose. There are several nearby establishments, including shopping centers, schools, and apartment complexes. Various parks and eateries are nearby as well.

Many students enroll at Unitek because of the length of our San Jose VN program. Many of them also benefit from our shorter waiting period. This is particularly appealing for nursing students who have experienced the frustration of longer waiting periods at other institutions or community colleges.

Supportive Team

Many of our San Jose students benefit from our welcoming team and open-door policy. We are 100% committed to helping you achieve your educational goals, by providing you with well-equipped classrooms and labs that are updated to reflect the needs of the industry. Students also enjoy spending their time at our on-campus library and student lounge.

Accommodating Environment

Our campus can accommodate a range of schedules. We are typically open on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:50 PM. In addition, graduates of our VN program have commented on the fun and friendly environment we provide. Some have also noted the great support from our career development coordinators. They specifically pointed out the advantages of our mock interviews and resume assistance.

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Thank you to the folks in financial aid! How lucky Unitek is to have your kindness, dependability, and magic at their campus. FAFSA is confusing to me, but they guided me through the whole process. They told me exactly what I needed to pay down to the penny. They always kept in touch about forms and signatures I needed to complete. Financial aid is really the last thing you want to deal with when you're in the middle of a rigorous nursing program. They made it simple and possible Thank you for looking out for broke nursing students like me!

– Joyce A.

Campus Location

San Jose is the third most populous city in California and the tenth most populous city in the United States. It is often considered the economic, political, and culture center of the renowned Silicon Valley, an area known for housing some of the world’s largest technological corporations. In San Jose, you can enjoy coastal weather and an active city life.

San Jose Campus

6800 Santa Teresa Blvd
Suite 200
San Jose, CA 95119

(800) 318-1550

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Our campus is large and in close proximity to Highways 101 and 85. Not only are we in an ideal location, but we are also accessible to students who commute south of San Jose. Learn how to become a Vocational Nurse in one of the most renowned cities in the United States.

Commonly Asked Questions

Does the San Jose campus offer a Vocational Nursing program near me?

We welcome students from all around the world to enroll at Unitek College. Most students at our San Jose campus are either from the city of San Jose or commute from one of the following nearby cities.

We serve Vocational Nursing students across all of Santa Clara County, California:

San Jose, CA
Campbell, CA
Cupertino, CA
East Foothills, CA
Los Altos Hills, CA
Los Altos, CA
Los Gatos, CA
Milpitas, CA
Mountain View, CA
Newark, CA
Palo Alto, CA
Santa Clara, CA
Saratoga, CA
Stanford, CA
Sunnyvale, CA

What is the average class size in San Jose?

Our Vocational Nursing courses usually accommodate 36 students. We have found that this number is ideal for our active-learning environment. It is important that each student has enough time with their instructor and the skills lab.

How many Vocational Nursing sessions are offered each year?

We offer seven cohorts for Vocational Nursing, though we plan to add two more this year following approval from the board. This particular program is popular at our San Jose campus.

What do the class schedules typically look like?

In San Jose, we offer some variations of our class schedules. Nursing students may fall under one of the following:

Full-time Day: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Full-time PM: Monday through Friday, 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Part-time PM: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM and Saturdays, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Are there any prerequisites for the San Jose Vocational Nursing program?

Yes, students who wish to enroll in the Vocational Nursing program in San Jose must first complete a prerequisite course that prepares them for the rigors of learning in a fast-paced academic environment. Topics covered during this Vocational Nursing prerequisite course include study skills, critical thinking, nursing education levels, and the role of a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Students will also receive instruction on health care communication, web-based nursing resources, dosage calculations, and medical terminology related to the primary systems of the human body. The course consists of 80 hours of instruction and can be completed in as little as 2 weeks.

Accreditations & Approvals

Unitek College is institutionally accredited by the ACCSC, and our Vocational Nursing program is approved by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

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What You’ll Learn

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San Jose VN Program

Earn Your Vocational Nursing Diploma

About the VN Program in San Jose

Get Started

What You’ll Learn

Admissions Requirements for the San Jose VN Program

Vocational Nursing Program with a Career-Driven Curriculum

The San Jose Campus

Supportive Team

Accommodating Environment

Campus Location

San Jose Campus

Commonly Asked Questions

Accreditations & Approvals

Get Started

Latest News

Asynchronous vs. Synchronous Learning: What’s the Difference and Which Is Right for You?

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