Nursing - LVN

The Madera Community College Nursing - LVN program is approved by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

Goal of the Program

It is the goal of the Madera Community College Vocational Nursing Program to provide each student with the theoretical foundations of medical and nursing knowledge combined with the clinical skills that can then be applied in the clinical process of caring for clients. Vocational nursing education provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for students to administer safe and caring nursing care for clients in structured healthcare settings who are experiencing common, well defined health illness problems.

General information about the Madera Community College LVN Program:

This is an intense program to prepare students in become eligible to take the LVN licensing test.
The student will learn theory and the hands-on skills needed to work in the health care field.
The LVN program is a 3-semester program.

Selection Criteria

The first 30 qualified applicants from the waitlist will be selected for placement in class, as well as 3 alternates. Alternates will be expected to participate in class until clinical begins. At that time if 30 students are in the class, alternates will be dropped from the program and placed back on the waitlist.

New! LVN Program Application Now Available (Effective November 1, 2025)

We’re excited to announce that the new Madera Community College Vocational Nursing (LVN) Program Application Packet—Revised 10/25 is now available for download!

Download the LVN Program Application Packet (fillable PDF)

The packet includes:

Fillable Application Form
Application Checklist (must be initialed and signed)
Receipt Page (for Admissions & Records timestamp)

The LVN application process has been fully revised effective November 1, 2025. Please read through the entire Revised 10/25 Packet before beginning your application. Only this version will be accepted; older packets and instructions are no longer valid.

Key Updates and Reminders

Applications must be submitted in person to Admissions & Records with a timestamped receipt. Applications submitted by email will not be accepted.
Transcripts must be sent directly to MCC Admissions & Records via Parchment or an approved evaluation service.
A copy of your high school diploma, transcript, or GED must be attached.
All prerequisite courses must be completed within the last five (5) years with a grade of C or higher.
Review the Deferral Policy and Waitlist Process outlined in the packet.
Estimated program expenses are posted on this webpage — please review them before applying.

Need Help Getting Started?

Nursing Counselors will be hosting Application FAQ Sessions to answer your questions about the new packet, prerequisites, and transcript process.

Dates and times will be posted soon — check back regularly!

Application Access Options

Download and complete electronically using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Print at the MCC Library ($0.10 per page).
Pick up a paper copy from the Dean’s Office (AV2-125), Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Curriculum Plan

Semester	Course	Course Title	Units
Semester 1	LVN 100	Foundations of Nursing	11
	LVN 120	Nursing Guidance I	1
	LVN 140	Introduction to Pharmacology	3
Semester 1 Total			15 units
Semester 2	LVN 101	Principles & Practice of Nursing I	14
	LVN 121	Nursing Guidance II	1
Semester 2 Total			15 units
Semester 3	LVN 102	Principles & Practice of Nursing II	14
	LVN 122	Nursing Guidance III	1
Semester 3 Total			15 units
Program Total			45 units

Course descriptions and detailed student learning outcomes are available in the MCC College Catalog: Academic Catalog

Estimated Program Expenses (Subject to Change)

The following table provides estimated costs for the three semesters of the LVN Program. These figures are for planning purposes only and may vary based on college fees and vendor pricing.

Category	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Estimated Total
Enrollment Fees (15 units @ $46/unit)	$690	$690	$690	$2070
Health Fee	$21	$21	$21	$63
Parking	$30	$30	$30	$90
Associated Student Fee (optional)	$10	$10	$10	$30
Uniforms, Name Tag, and Supplies	$$180	-	-	$180
Books and Learning Materials	$1300	-	-	$1300
Background Check & Drug Screen	$98	-	-	$98
Physical Exam & Immunizations	$125	-	-	$125
Transportation to Clinical Sites	$50	$50	$50	$150
BVNPT & Licensure Fees (application, NCLEX, license, Livescan)	-	-	$570	$570
Estimated Total	$2,584	$801	$1,371	$4,756

Note: These costs are approximate and subject to change. Some expenses may be covered by financial aid, grants, or scholarships. Please contact the MCC Financial Aid Office for details.

Questions?

Email:LVNNursing@maderacollege.edu for general inquiries. Please note that counselors and staff cannot pre-screen applications for completeness.

To receive an Associate Degree in Vocational Nursing from Madera Community College, a student must complete the LVN course curriculum plus the graduation requirements listed in the Madera Community College Catalog.

Contact Us:

Name	Title	E-mail
Monica Castillo	Counselor	monica.castillo@maderacollege.edu
Courtney Crew	Counselor	courtney.crew@maderacollege.edu
Ana Garcia	Administrative Assistant	ana.garcia@maderacollege.edu

Board of Vocational Nurses; and Psychiatric Technicians 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 205 Sacramento, CA 95833, Tel: 916 263-7800