Welcome to the Vocational Nursing Program

The Vocational Nursing Program is located at TSTC-HARLINGEN at 1902 N. Loop 499 in the Senator Eddie Lucio Health Science Technology Building.

   Selected applicants of the Vocational Nursing Program will begin Summer Semester in May. The program admits 34 students each year and is 12 months (three semesters) in length. Upon successful completion of this certificate program; graduates are eligible to apply to take the state licensing examination to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).

It is required that you complete college placement exam testing, Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements before applying to the program. Potential applicants must also take the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) to be considered eligible candidates. Applicants must have completed the prerequisite courses and all entrance requirements outlined in the information packet by the time of application. The next application period will begin  January 2, 2013 until the deadline, January 31, 2013. Acceptance to the Vocational Nursing Program is by a very competitive selection process. Applicants may pick up an application packet or print one online. By submitting complete application materials, potential applicants are expected to be familiar with application requirements and procedures. 

 ALL IMMUNIZATIONS MUST BE COMPLETE BY MAY 1, 2013

CLICK ON THE APPLICATION PROCESS TO VIEW THE APPLICATION.

The Vocational Nursing Program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing and is accredited by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

We are looking forward to working with you!