The Vocational Nursing Program is a two-semester program, following the completion of prerequisite courses. It is designed to prepare students for employment as a Vocational Nurse, giving care to patients in a variety of settings, such as acute hospitals, extended care facilities, home health care, surgical centers, and medical offices. The program is accredited by the California State Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. Students who complete the curriculum, and achieve the career certificate, are qualified to apply for the examination leading to licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Before applying, prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade “C” with an overall College GPA of 2.5 or better.
| Academic Requirements for Applicants |
|---|
| Reading 043 Reading College Textbooks (or equivalent – see a counselor) |
| Math 033 Pre-Algebra (or equivalent – see a counselor) |
| English 035 Introduction to College Composition (or equivalent – see a counselor) |
| HS 060 Health Science Core- 7 year recency on course |
| Psy 101 Introduction to Psychology- 7 year recency on course |
| Recommended Courses |
|---|
| ENGL 101 College Composition and Research |
| READ 134 Effective Study Methods |
Educational requirements for program application –
Proof of graduation from an accredited high school in the U.S.A. by transcript, diploma, or official international evaluation; or Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education in the U.S.A.; or documentation of passing score on the GED (General Education Development) exam.
Students must meet the admission requirements and pass all academic courses with a grade “C” or better. Completion of Reading 43, English 35, Math 33, or equivalent, with a grade “C” or better, or exemption through Multiple Measures (see a counselor for evaluation), or assessment testing. LVN Certificate of Achievement Advising Sheet
International applicant:
If you graduated from high school and/or college in another country, please have your transcripts evaluated by a private International Evaluation Service. Official documents should be sent to Rio Hondo College Admissions and Records Office.
Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians requires a valid social security number (SSN)for licensure. “Disclosure of your social security number is mandatory. Section 30 of the Business and Professions Code and Public Law 94-455 [(42 USCA (c)(2)(C))] authorizes collection of your social security number. Your social security number will be used exclusively for tax enforcement purposes and for purposes of compliance with any judgment or order for family support in accordance with Section 17520 of the Family Code, or for verification of licensure or examination status by a licensing or examination entity which utilizes a national examination and where licensure is reciprocal with the requesting state. If you fail to disclose your social security number, your application for initial license will not be processed and you will be reported to the Franchise Tax Board.” The California Board of Vocational Nurses and Psychiatric Technicians will also accept an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) to apply for the LVN License.
The Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians should be consulted for qualifications for licensure for legal residents without Social Security Numbers or Individual Tax Identification Numbers. The Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technician can be reached at 916.263.7800 or at https://www.bvnpt.ca.gov/contact.shtml.
Applicants who are interested in the Nursing Programs should attend a Nursing Information Session to discuss prerequisites, general education requirements, assessment tests, and the application/selection process.
How to Apply:
- Apply to Rio Hondo College to obtain Student Identification Number (ID)
- Submit All official Transcripts to Admissions and Records. All transcripts must be sent directly from college to college
- Submit your Application ***Read Below!
Due to COVID-19 concerns, we will not be accepting applications in person. You are to submit your application to the Health Science and Nursing office via mail.
SUBMIT your APPLICATION
- You may mail completed applications, along with required documentation from the nursing checklist by deadline date to:
Rio Hondo College
Health Science and Nursing Attention: Carolyn Gonzales
3600 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601
(Must be postmarked by: 09/17/2021) Do not include unofficial transcripts. All transcripts must be submitted to RHC Admissions and Records.
click here for nursing application
**Applicants must provide a valid copy of California Drivers License or California Identification card, and a valid Social Security card that is signed and not laminated. The name on all identification MUST read the same or match. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
NOTE: Applying online to RIO HONDO COLLEGE serves as admission to the college not as admission to the Nursing Programs.
The Vocational Nursing Program uses a random selection process for all applicants meeting the requirements, which include the following;
High school Diploma, GED or equivalent. (attach copy of diploma or GED certificate with VN application.)
All college transcripts are to be sent directly to RHC Admission and Records office, by previous colleges or institutions attended.
Health Science Core 60 (or Anatomy w/Lab) Note – 7 year recency on course
Psychology 101 (General or Introduction) Note – 7 year recency on course
Basic Skills in Math, Reading and English (or meeting Multiple Measures criteria, Assessment Score exemption, or Equivalent Course completed, or Associate Degree or higher)
rio hondo lvn program cost
Rio Hondo College is one of the fifty public 4-year colleges in California. The campus is located in a suburb, in Whittier.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 19,948 students attend the school. Every year 20% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.
RHCCD’s in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $1,288, and fees were $72. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $6,888 and $72 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Number of Students19,948 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio32:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation- |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate- |
Nursing Programs
LPN
ADN
LPN to ADN
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate’s degree | 0 | 0 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 0 |
Average NCLEX pass rate
- NCLEX-PN: 91.9%
- NCLEX-RN: 91.5%
Compare Schools
- Nearby Nursing Schools
- Similar Schools
Nursing schools located within 13 miles radius of Rio Hondo College
| Medical Career Institute 2 miles away |
| Everest College – Alhambra 8 miles away |
| California State University – LA 8 miles away |
| American Career College – Orange County 12 miles away |
| California State University-Fullerton 13 miles away |
| YWCA Los Angeles Job Corps Center 13 miles away |
| Summit College – Anaheim 13 miles away |
| Cypress College 13 miles away |
| Bethesda University of California 13 miles away |
| CIT College of InfoMedical Technology 13 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
| Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges 01/01/1967 – Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateThe college has an open admission policy. However each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | |
|---|---|
| In District Students | $46/credit |
| In State Students | $46/credit |
| Out of State Students | $246/credit |
| Graduate courses | |
|---|---|
| In District Students | – |
| In State Students | – |
| Out of State Students | – |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $2,070 | $2,070 | $11,070 |
| ADN | 70 | $3,220 | $3,220 | $17,220 |
| BSN | 125 | $5,750 | $5,750 | $30,750 |
Please note that the above cost estimate does not include school fees, books, supplies, etc.You need to allot additional money for that.
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 82% of Rio Hondo College’s students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 61% | $4,345 |
| Other Federal Grant | 17% | $547 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 82% | $1,894 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | — | — |
| Federal Student Loans | 1% | $6,032 |
| Private Loans | — | — |
$6,406
Average Net PriceThe average net price is calculated by subtracting the average amount of financial aid received by students from the total cost of attendance.
Average Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$4,536 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$5,031 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$7,770 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$8,618 |
| Over $110,000– |
Calculate your net price
Student Population
19,948
Undergrads
0
Graduates
8,672
Women
11,276
Men
22%
Full-time
78%
Ethnic Diversity
| Hispanic | 77% |
| White | 7% |
| Asian | 6% |
| Race/ethnicity unknown | 6% |
| Black/African American | 2% |
| Two or more races | 1% |
| Non-resident alien | 0% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0% |
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