Vocational Nursing

The Vocational Nursing program is the entry-level pathway into the nursing profession. After completing prerequisite coursework, students can finish the program in one year and become eligible to take the NCLEX-VN for licensure.

Graduates must be licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing to practice as a Vocational Nurse

Program Highlights

• Prepare for the NCLEX-VN licensure exam
• Complete in one year after prerequisites
• Entry point into the nursing career pathway
• Foundation for advancement into LVN-to-RN programs

Admission Overview

Admission to the VN program is competitive, with a limited number of students accepted each term.

Basic Requirements

1. Admission to Cisco College - Apply to Cisco College.
2. CNA certification (required before program start)
3. TSI complete or college-ready
4. App prerequisite courses completed with a "C" or better
5. One prerequisite may be in progress at time of application
6. Official transcripts from all colleges attended
7. High school diploma or GED

Additional Requirements

1. Nursing program application (separate from college application)
2. HESI A-2 Admission Assessment (minimum qualifying scores required)
3. Interview with Nursing department
4. Letter of Good Standing (if previously enrolled in another nursing program)

For full testing requirements and application details, contact the Health Sciences Counselor via email at prehealthsciences@cisco.edu.

For nursing specific information contact the Nursing Assistant via email at nursing@cisco.edu.

If you believe you are ready to apply to any of the Nursing programs, please complete the Nursing Programs Screening Form.

Prerequisites

BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I (4 Hours)

BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II (4 Hours)

MDCA 1313 Medical Terminology (3 Hours)

Please see the Cisco College Course Catalog for complete course information.