Hallmark University’s Vocational Nursing Program equips you with essential entry-level skills for patient care across all stages of life, addressing commonly encountered, predictable health requirements within diverse healthcare environments. In as little as 12-months, you will acquire the competence to deliver nursing care under the guidance of physicians and/or registered nurses.
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| Cost Per Credit Hour | Total Credit Hours | Lab Fee (Per Term) | Technology Fee (Per Term) |
| $475 | 48 | $0 | $125 |
*Tuition does not include any additional fees
Hallmark University is approved for federal financial aid, scholarships, and U.S. veterans benefits.
The competitive selection process is designed to give all qualified applicants an opportunity to be a member of the class while ranking the individuals that have the best potential for success. Initially, each applicant is interviewed by an admissions representative, provided detailed information about the program and screened regarding their qualifications for the nursing program.
Our Vocational Nursing program is meticulously designed to equip students with the requisite knowledge and skills needed for entry-level licensed vocational nurse positions across a wide spectrum of healthcare settings, including medical offices, clinics, health maintenance organizations (HMOs), acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, and various healthcare environments.
As part of this program, vocational nursing students cultivate a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in delivering direct patient care while working under the guidance of physicians, dentists, or registered nurses (RNs) within diverse healthcare settings. These settings encompass hospitals, extended convalescent care facilities, and home health agencies. Vocational nursing students receive comprehensive training in direct patient care, assessment techniques, diagnostic measurements, procedural expertise, and treatment methodologies.
| Course # | Course Title |
|---|---|
| MDCA-1409 | Anatomy & Physiology w/ Lab This course is designed to teach students the structure and function of the human body, emphasizing an introduction to anatomy and physiology; biological chemical organization; cellular biology; tissue levels; bone structures, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. |
| MDCA-1313 | Medical Terminology A study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. The student will define terms and abbreviations which apply to the structural organization of the body; analyze and identify terms and their components from a list, including prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms; identify correct pronunciation, spelling, and definition of medical terms; and correctly interpret the contents of a written patient medical scenario. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program, Concurrent registration with BIOL-2401 |
| VN-107 | Vocational Nursing Fundamentals Introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, and role of the vocational nurse. Topics include mental health, therapeutic communication, cultural and spiritual diversity, nursing process, and holistic awareness. This course introduces the role of the vocational nurse as a provider of patient centered care, patient safety advocate, member of the healthcare team, and member of the profession within a legal/ethical framework. The lab component of this course will include instruction and practice of all basic nursing skills. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in BIOL-2401, MDCA-1313 |
| HPRS-1402 | Fundamentals of Pharmacology This course is designed to provide a clear, concise introduction to pharmacology for students entering health care professions programs. The course provides students with an overview of pharmacology with an emphasis on its applications within the context of the physiological, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of the individual. It explores indications, modes of action, effects, contraindications, and interactions for selected drugs. Specific responsibilities related to drug administration are emphasized. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in VNSG-1711, Concurrent registration with VNSG-1610 |
| VN-116 | Medical Surgical I This course is designed to provide application of the nursing process to the care of adult patients experiencing medical-surgical conditions in the health-illness continuum. Builds upon the problem solving and interpersonal concepts introduced in the application of the nursing process and nursing technology in the care of the adult’s potential and actual alterations in health-related to the regulation of body fluids, body systems including – urology, respiratory, cardiac, vascular, digestive, skin, and immune. The use of critical thinking to make problem-solving decisions about medical-surgical health care needs will be presented in reference to the normal growth and development for all clients. Clinical experiences will be in inpatient/outpatient settings, long-term care. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in VN-107, Concurrent registration with HPRS-1402 |
| VN-123 | Mental Health Concepts This course introduces nursing concepts related to psychiatric/mental health. The unique needs of clients with mental health issues are explored. Building on the foundation of previous nursing courses and the nursing process, the student will examine client responses to stressors across the life span. Tasks of biological-behavioral concepts in psychiatric nursing care and cultural impacts will be addressed. Cultural and spiritual aspects of client care as well as loss, grief, and the dying client are included. For Mental Health, students will participate in community and outpatient settings as well as utilizing the “Shadow Health” simulations available at the school. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HPRS-1402, VN-116, Concurrent registration with VN-126 |
| VN-126 | Medical Surgical II This course is a continuation of medical-surgical information to the vocational nursing student on advanced principles and skills related to patients and their conditions. Integrated throughout the course are concepts related to illness prevalent in the geriatric population as well as therapeutic regimens while incorporating pharmacology, communication, critical thinking, and client teaching. Systems presented -Neurologic, endocrine, hematologic, immune, and skin will be presented as well as special problems of the geriatric population, disasters, trauma, and first aid. Clinical experiences will be in inpatient/outpatient facilities, long-term care, and home care. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HPRS-1402, VN-116, Concurrent registration with VN-123 |
| VN-134 | Maternal-Newborn This course builds on the concepts of previous nursing courses with an emphasis on utilizing the nursing process in dealing with maternity and other women’s health issues. Students will explore the concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, and alterations in health-related to women. They will learn about the LVN role in patient centered care in a variety of culturally diverse settings to include all areas of women’s health and maternity. This course will provide the vocational nursing student with experiences to practice fundamental principles and skills necessary to provide care for maternity patients and newborns. Clinical experiences will be inpatient, outpatient as well as the use of Simulation with High Fidelity mannequins (Victoria/Noelle) to provide observation and providing care during labor, delivery, and post- partum including complications that may arise during all stages. Infant mannequins are available for use in simulation for neonatal care. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in VN-126, VN-123, Concurrent registration with VN-144 |
| VN-144 | Pediatrics This course builds on the concepts of previous nursing courses with an emphasis on utilizing the nursing process in dealing with children of all ages and stages of development. Emphasis is on whole-person care of the child and the family. This will include health promotion, growth and development, common illnesses, and disorders during childhood, and caring for the ill child and those with special needs. This course involves the application of specialized occupation theory, skill, and concepts to the care of pediatric patients experiencing medical-surgical conditions in the health-illness continuum. Clinical experience will be in both inpatient and outpatient settings including home care. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in VN-126, VN-123, Concurrent registration with VN-134 |
| VN-154 | Leadership & Transition This course will show the vocational nurse accountability for the ethical, legal, and professional dimensions of the practice of nursing. Learning experiences will prepare the student to become aware of the personal, ethical, and legal parameters of the nursing profession, incorporating moral concepts and respect of diverse values and beliefs. Techniques on how to identify and communicate ethical dilemmas and the responsibility to be assertive will be studied. Students will learn how to become effective leaders. Principles of research and discovery learning will be presented to assist the student in the delivery of client care. The students will also be assisted in making immediate and future decisions concerning job choices and educational growth by compiling resumes, evaluating job offers and outlining information essential to finding, applying, and terminating a job. This clinical experience will be in various healthcare agencies that utilize LVNs and will focus on the management of multiple patients, delegating to and supervising unlicensed staff, working with the healthcare team, critical thinking, and transitioning into the workplace. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in VN-134, VN-144, Concurrent registration with VN-163 |
| VN-163 | Capstone/NCLEX Prep This course is designed for the vocational nursing student preparing to take the NCLEX-PN. The focus is on reviewing nursing knowledge and NCLEX test-taking strategies. Content includes a review of the following: body systems in health and disease; health promotion and maintenance from infancy through adulthood, pharmacology, strategies which promote a safe and effective nursing care environment and maintaining psychosocial integrity. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in VN-134, VN-144, Concurrent registration with VN-154 |
Can I get Financial Aid at Hallmark University?
Yes. Hallmark University is approved for federal financial aid, scholarships, and U.S. veterans benefits.
Are you accredited?
Yes, Hallmark is accredited through the ACCSC(Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges).
How long are your class semesters/terms?
Our terms are 8 weeks long. This allows us to have 6 terms a year so there is no need to wait to apply.
Is Hallmark a 2 year or 4 year University?
We offer associate, bachelor, and master level degrees. We are not a trade school and we offer degrees which are found at both 2 year and 4 year colleges/universities. The biggest difference is that our degrees can be completed in nearly half the time of traditional universities.
