The LVN program is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of a Licensed Vocational Nurse (DOT code: 079.347-014) in a health care environment. The program is approved by the BVNPT as an accredited program, the completion of which meets the minimum requirements set forth as necessary for application to take the Vocational Nurse License examination. The program is presented in a 1/4 credit hour, standard term format consisting of four consecutive quarters. The program presents instruction in: anatomy & physiology, nutrition, psychology, normal growth and development, nursing fundamentals, nursing process, communication, patient education, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, communicable diseases, gerontological nursing, rehabilitation nursing, pediatric nursing, leadership and supervision. |
Summit Career College and its programs is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) a private accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. The accreditation process is voluntary for private, postsecondary institutions and consists of a detailed examination and periodic review of the educational curriculums, instructors, facilities, equipment, administration, policies and procedures, financial stability and overall management of the institution according the accrediting agency's standards and guidelines. |
