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Nursing

Nursing is one of the most respected professions in the world. Nurses are caring and compassionate, and they’re always in demand.

To become a nurse, you must first complete an accredited nursing degree program. These programs are offered at the associate’s level, bachelor’s level, and master’s level. Some nurses opt to earn their associate’s degree before transferring on to a bachelor’s program while others enter directly into a bachelor’s program after high school graduation. A master’s degree is also an optional advanced education choice for nurses who want to work as administrators or teach other nurses in training.

Nurses can work in a variety of different settings including hospitals, private practices with doctors, patients’ homes, schools, or even nursing homes or retirement homes for the elderly. No matter what type of setting you choose to practice nursing in you will be able to advance your career with further education and certification through on-the-job training courses or additional college courses taken at night or online from home.

Why should you become a nurse?

In today’s modern world, nurses play a pivotal role in society. Nurses are not only responsible for the care of their patients but also for helping them on their path to recovery. Nurses are taught to think critically and on a deeper level about the issues affecting their patients, going beyond medication and medications alone. There is also a dire need for nurses in today’s world, making it an extremely viable career path.

Nurses are given the opportunity to choose from a variety of career paths when they enter this field. There is no singular way to become a nurse as there are many different roles that you can play within this profession. Nurses can work in hospitals, hospices, schools or even private homes as personal caregivers for elderly people who want to maintain their independence.

Nurses have the unique ability to provide care wherever they may be needed which gives them greater flexibility over other professions where one must stay within his/her own geographic location (or be willing to relocate). As medical technology has improved throughout history so too has nursing evolved into what it is today; with advancements such as electronic medical records now available online there is no limit as to how far medicine will go!

How do I apply for Valencia’s nursing program?

To apply to Valencia College’s nursing program, you must meet the following requirements:

• Meet Valencia’s minimum admission requirements, which include 2 years of high school English and a 2.5 GPA or equivalent.
• Submit an ADN application through the California Nursing Application Program (CNAP) website. This is a searchable database of applicants who have been accepted into any nursing program in California that you can use to compare programs before you make your final decision about where to go to school. With this tool, we’re confident that you’ll find ADN schools that are able to match your specific interests and needs.
• Contact us for more information about our program if you want to be sure your ADN options are the best ones for you!

LPN Advanced Placement Program (LPN-RN)

This is the program for students who are passionate about becoming a licensed practical nurse and would like to advance to a higher level in their studies. During your first year, you’ll earn an associate’s degree that provides you with a broad foundation of information. From there, you’ll progress through four years of coursework, gaining practical nursing skills while also learning more theoretical aspects of the field. You’ll have the opportunity to specialize in your area of interest (emergency intervention and obstetrics) while studying under faculty experts in this specialized area. The classes will focus on real-world applications as well as full responsibility for patient care. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to complete your clinical experience at one of Valencia’s hospitals or clinics under the direct supervision of licensed LPNs during every semester you’re enrolled in school (in our case this means beginning with prerequisites).

This is one program that we’ve always been proud to be part of and we strongly recommend it!

How much does it cost to get an ADN degree at Valencia?

How Much Does It Cost to Get an ADN Degree at Valencia?

Tuition and Fees: $1,400 (in-state)

$6,200 (out-of-state)

Books & Supplies: $1,800

Uniforms & Equipment: $350

Financial Aid Available: Yes

What are the program prerequisites for Valencia’s nursing program?

The prerequisites for the program are:

• Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
• Must have taken the ACT (American College Testing) or SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test).
• Must have taken the TEAS test (Test of Essential Academic Skills).
• Must be accepted into Valencia College by completing the application process.
• Must complete the following prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better: Refresher Math, English Composition I, Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, and Introduction to Psychology.
• You must also complete a Level II Background Check and Drug Screen as required by clinical sites.

What is the difference between Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting?

What is the difference between Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting?

Dental hygienist: A licensed dental professional who specializes in preventive oral health, typically focusing on techniques in oral hygiene. The most common procedures dental hygienists perform are teeth cleanings, fluoride treatments, x-rays and patient education. Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) must graduate from an accredited dental hygienist school and pass a licensing exam.

Dental assistant: A specially trained person who works chair-side as dentists examine and treat patients. Their duties range from patient care to record keeping to laboratory tasks such as pouring impressions of patients’ mouths for study casts (models of teeth). They may also sterilize instruments, set up tray setups for dental procedures, expose radiographs (x-rays) and process x-ray film.

There are so many reasons why you should become a nurse!

You’re really going to love being a nurse, because the job outlook is so bright! Some of the areas where you can consider working include:

• Hospitals
• Private practice
• Schools, clinics, and other health care facilities