Advance your career with our Vocational Nursing program in Concord, California, an accelerated pathway built for busy adults who want to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. In as little as 12 months through our full-time day program, in as little as 17 months through our full-time evening program, or in as little as 20 months through our part-time evening option, you’ll complete a rigorous blend of in-depth coursework, hands-on simulations, and clinical rotations that prepare you to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Students complete all coursework on campus, building hands-on nursing skills through classroom instruction, simulation-based lab training, and clinical rotations that mirror real healthcare environments. Throughout your journey, you’ll benefit from comprehensive support, including NCLEX preparation and job placement assistance, as well as personalized guidance from dedicated faculty and career services professionals. Whether you’re changing careers or expanding your opportunities, our Concord program is designed to help you thrive.
THREE FLEXIBLE PATHWAYS
Choose the schedule that works best for you with full-time day, full-time evening, and part-time evening program options.
BVNPT Accredited
This program is approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).
CAREER-FOCUSED TRAINING
Concord VN Graduate Placement Rate
97%*
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What you'll learn.
The Concord VN program equips you with the clinical knowledge, hands-on skills, and professional confidence to pass the NCLEX-PN and begin a rewarding career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Through experienced faculty instruction, immersive simulations, and focused lab practice, you’ll learn to deliver safe, compassionate care in diverse and fast-paced healthcare settings.
Gather, interpret, and document key health information
Administer medications safely and accurately
Provide care for adult, pediatric, and maternal/newborn patients
Support long-term care patients with individualized plans
Educate patients and families on essential health topics
Collaborate with healthcare teams and supervise nursing aides
Admissions Requirements for the Concord VN Program
Applying to the Concord VN program is simple and designed to guide you from your first inquiry to your first day of class.
Provide proof of your high school diploma or equivalent to get started.
Complete the Unitek VN prerequisite course within 12 months of your program start date to build a strong academic foundation.
Finalize your background check during the prerequisite course to prepare for clinical training.
Meet with the Program Director for a focused, goal-oriented admissions interview.
Work with our team to complete your financial arrangements.
Begin classes and take your first step toward a rewarding future as a Vocational Nurse.
Vocational Nursing Program with a Career-Driven Curriculum
At Unitek, we’re committed to giving you the knowledge, confidence, and practical experience to shape a meaningful future in healthcare. At our Concord campus, aspiring nurses learn from the same accomplished faculty who helped design our curriculum—professionals who understand exactly what today’s employers expect and how to prepare you for long-term success. Through a career-focused approach that blends classroom learning with hands-on practice, you’ll build a strong foundation in patient care, clinical decision-making, and professional responsibility.
Core nursing subjects
Nursing Fundamental – Theory
Nursing Fundamental – Clinical/Skills
Introduction to Pharmacology
Medical-Surgical – Theory
Medical-Surgical – Clinical
Maternal and Newborn – Theory and Clinical
Pediatrics – Theory and Clinical
Professional Development
By the time I finished at Unitek, I scheduled and took my NCLEX within a month. I passed on my first time, all thanks to Unitek.
Almoss M.Unitek College Graduate
I really appreciate the care and effort that was put in by Career Services. Towards the end of the program, I was beginning to feel some doubts about getting a job, but the whole process (with mock interviews) made me feel a lot more confident.
Victoria G.Unitek College Graduate
Concord Campus Amenities for Vocational Nursing Students
At Unitek College in Concord, Vocational Nursing students learn in an environment designed to support both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical training. The campus offers modern classrooms, dedicated nursing labs, and supportive study spaces where students can develop foundational knowledge while preparing for real patient care responsibilities.
Classroom learning environment
Courses at the Concord campus combine traditional lectures with active learning strategies that help students engage with the material. Instructors incorporate individual assignments, collaborative group activities, and presentations that encourage participation and reinforce key nursing concepts. This instructional approach supports a range of learning styles while helping students build critical thinking and communication skills that are essential in nursing practice.
Classroom learning environment
Courses at the Concord campus combine traditional lectures with active learning strategies that help students engage with the material. Instructors incorporate individual assignments, collaborative group activities, and presentations that encourage participation and reinforce key nursing concepts. This instructional approach supports a range of learning styles while helping students build critical thinking and communication skills that are essential in nursing practice.
Simulation and skills labs
Students practice clinical procedures in nursing skills and simulation labs designed to replicate real patient care environments. These labs include patient care units equipped with hospital beds, nightstands, overbed tables, and privacy curtains to simulate clinical settings. Students train with simulated oxygen and suction systems, portable suction units, oxygen tanks, vital sign equipment, and mobility devices such as wheelchairs and walkers. Training also incorporates Laerdal basic, mid-fidelity, and high-fidelity manikins that support realistic patient care scenarios. Additional models include half-torso trainers used for nasogastric tube insertion, diabetic foot models that demonstrate common complications, wound care models, and maternity simulators such as the Laerdal Sim-Mom or Gaumard Noelle birthing manikin.
Student learning and collaboration spaces
The Concord campus also provides computer labs, study areas, and student lounge spaces that support both independent learning and group collaboration. These spaces give students access to academic resources and comfortable environments for reviewing coursework, preparing assignments, and connecting with classmates throughout the Vocational Nursing program.
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
Our knowledgeable financial aid team is here to help you navigate the funding process with confidence. At Concord, students receive personalized guidance as they explore a wide range of available financial aid options, including grants, loans, scholarships, and payment plans for those who qualify. Whether you’re determining eligibility, completing paperwork, or planning for long-term affordability, our advisors provide step-by-step support to ensure you have a clear understanding of your options. With approachable professionals and comprehensive resources, the Concord campus makes financing your vocational nursing education more manageable and transparent.
Located on Willow Pass Road in Concord’s central commercial district, our campus sits among local shops, dining, and the landmark 10-story office tower lined with palm trees. The surrounding area offers a blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience, with easy access to outdoor recreation and community activities. Students can enjoy nearby walking and biking paths like the Contra Costa Canal Trail, take a day trip to Mount Diablo for panoramic views, or unwind at the Ruth Bancroft Garden, just minutes away and home to more than 2,000 drought-tolerant plants from around the world. Concord provides an inviting backdrop that supports both your studies and your life beyond the classroom.
The program can be completed in as little as 12 months.
Yes. In addition to the full-time day option, there are full-time evening and part-time evening schedules available.
Out-of-pocket costs vary depending on your individual situation, and several financial aid options are available if you are eligible.
Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN so they can become Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) in California. Our primary goal is to equip you with the necessary skills to pass the exam and seek employment.
The program is approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, and the institution is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Yes. Though the campus is located in Concord, students commute from throughout Contra Costa County and beyond, including Concord, Alamo, Antioch, Bay Point, Benicia, Clayton, Danville, El Sobrante, Hercules, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, and Walnut Creek.
Yes. Many of our students use public transit. We are one block away from the nearest bus stop, and about one mile from Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). We also offer free parking in a covered parking garage.
Students have access to modern simulation labs, skills labs, learning resources, computer labs, and student lounges. They also receive instruction from experienced faculty, and career development support (e-résumé prep, employer outreach, job placement support) is provided.
The campus’s financial aid advisors assist students in exploring available grants, loans, scholarships, and payment plan options, and help guide them through eligibility and paperwork.
The program can be completed in as little as 12 months.
Yes. In addition to the full-time day option, there are full-time evening and part-time evening schedules available.
Out-of-pocket costs vary depending on your individual situation, and several financial aid options are available if you are eligible.
Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN so they can become Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) in California. Our primary goal is to equip you with the necessary skills to pass the exam and seek employment.
The program is approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, and the institution is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Yes. Though the campus is located in Concord, students commute from throughout Contra Costa County and beyond, including Concord, Alamo, Antioch, Bay Point, Benicia, Clayton, Danville, El Sobrante, Hercules, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, and Walnut Creek.
Yes. Many of our students use public transit. We are one block away from the nearest bus stop, and about one mile from Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). We also offer free parking in a covered parking garage.
Students have access to modern simulation labs, skills labs, learning resources, computer labs, and student lounges. They also receive instruction from experienced faculty, and career development support (e-résumé prep, employer outreach, job placement support) is provided.
The campus’s financial aid advisors assist students in exploring available grants, loans, scholarships, and payment plan options, and help guide them through eligibility and paperwork.
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*These placement rates are based on program-specific and campus-specific data reported to our institutional accreditor(s) in 2024. While the figures shown here are not separately reported to our accreditor, they are derived from those outcomes. For full details by program and campus, please visit our Disclosures page.
*Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program (accessed on 3/16/2026).
