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Overview
of
LVN
Nursing Program
 Vocational nursing prepares the graduate to function as a member of the nursing team in performing basic nursing skills. Kilgore College's program is accredited by the Board of Nursing Texas Board of Nursing. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the state examination for licensure. The twelve-month program is taught in three semesters for a total of 47 credit hours. A certificate of completion is issued upon successful completion of the program.
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LVN to RN
Many nursing professionals begin their careers as LVNS and later return to KC to complete the requirements for an RN on the LVN/RN track.
The Kilgore College Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares graduates to take the NCLEX exam.
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What do graduates of the program do?
 Graduates of the program are prepared to serve as members of the health care team in acute, chronic and ambulatory settings.
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What is the job outlook for graduates?
 Outstanding!
Graduates of this program are actively recruited by health care institutions in this area.
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What kind of salary can graduates
expect?
 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median salary for Vocational Nurse is $36,550. Local salaries will vary.
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How long does it take to complete the program?
This program is accredited by the Texas Board of Nursing. Graduates are eligible to take the state examination for licensure. The twelve-month program is taught in three semesters for a total of 47 credit hours. |
Web information resources
So you want to be an LVN? Do you really want to be a nurse? What is the training like? What are the job opportunities now and in the future? What are the duties, responsibilities and working conditions? Where do LVN's work? How much are they paid?
Nursing Outlook
Nursing Occupation - Job Resources
An 1895 Look at Nursing
Board of Vocational Nursing for Texas
Keirsey Temperament Assessment
 Download/view a brief KC Allied Health video in mpg (requires Quicktime)
Download/view a brief KC Allied Health video in wmv (Windows Media Player)
Click here for information about the RN program.
Click here to read the Nursing Mission.
Click here to read the Nursing Philosophy.
 Sonja Moore
Health Occupations Administrative Assistant
Phone: (903) 988-3788 or (903) 753-2642
Location: Kilgore College—Longview,
300 S. High Street
E-Mail: smoore@kilgore.edu
LVN 05/05/08 v21
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