Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program at Del Mar College is a two- to four-year certificate program at this public institution in Corpus Christi, TX. The program prepares students to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, and to qualify for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination.

This program is part of the practical nursing field (CIP 51.3901). Del Mar College also offers health-related programs including Medical/Clinical Assistant and Occupational Therapist Assistant, along with other technical credentials such as Recording Arts Technology/Technician and Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Students can expect clinical and classroom instruction covering patient care, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, and nursing fundamentals, providing preparation for employment in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings throughout the Corpus Christi area and South Texas.