Licensed Vocational Nursing Program in Tyler County
Since 1960, our LVN school has graduated 1,425 licensed vocational nurses!
Tyler County Hospital School of Vocational Nursing
Twelve-month program
Tyler County Hospital School of Vocational Nursing was established in 1960 starting with 5 – 6 students, we currently accept up to 72 students. Graduates have continued their education to become Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and even Doctors. The program provides a teamwork-centered environment, promoting health, illness, and human growth. Our graduates consistently have high pass rates and are well known by surrounding hospitals, doctor’s offices, and nursing homes to be thoroughly trained and ready to start working after graduation.
The program consists of three levels:
| Level I | Sixteen (16) weeks with a major concentration in classroom lectures and demonstrations, coordinated with beginning clinical experiences in Woodville, Lufkin, Jasper, and Livingston. |
| Levels II & III | Thirty-six (36) weeks of increased clinical experience coordinated with clinical post conferences and fewer classroom hours. |
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| Level I: |
Weeks 1-7: Classroom Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Weeks 8-16: Eight (8) hour Clinicals Monday and Tuesday. Classroom Wednesday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
| Level II: |
Weeks 18-21: Eight (8) hour Clinicals – Monday and Tuesday. Classroom Wednesday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Weeks 22-32: Twelve (12) hour Clinicals – Monday and Tuesday. Classroom Wednesday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
| Level III: |
Weeks 33-46: Twelve (12) hour Clinicals – Monday and Tuesday. Classroom Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Weeks 47-49: Classroom Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. until graduation. |
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Clinical hours will vary according to the assigned location. (Weeks are approximate and may adjust as needed) |
Qualifications for Admission:
- At least 18 years old
- High School Graduate or GED
- Pass a Drug Screen
- HESI test scores within the last year
- Pass a background check for Tyler County Hospital as well as the Texas Board of Nursing
Application
Applications will be available starting April 1st of each year. Last day for applications submission will be September 30th by 4 PM. They may be dropped off at the LVN School Administration Office or mailed to:
ATTN: LVN School
1100 W. Bluff, Woodville, Texas 75979
409-283-6460 or 409-283-6462
Pre-Entrance Exam
The Admission Assessment (Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI)) test is offered at the Nursing School by appointment only.
Maximum of seventy-two (72) student are accepted, including at least 15 Tyler County residents.
Tentative testing dates are June 12, July 17, and August 7, September 4th, October 2nd, additional testing dates will be added if needed.
***Resources for Admission Assessment: Elsevier’s- evolve.elsevier.com , Amazon, Kindle, etc.
Selection
| High School or GED transcript | Must be submitted with application | |
| Essay | Must be submitted with application | |
| HESI Scores | May be taken after submission of application | |
| In person Interview | Will be scheduled after submission of application | |
| Criminal background checks: Texas State Board of Nursing AND Tyler County Hospital |
Will be completed after submission of application | |
Tuition and Fees (subject to change):
- Tuition currently $7,000
- Additional fees due with tuition – $1,300
- Textbooks, uniforms, license fees, test fees, etc. during the year approximately $1,500
Financial Aid
- Government grants NOT accepted
- Texas Workforce Commission for qualifying students
- VA Benefits – for veterans and/or their spouses. We do not accept the Hazelwood Act.
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Community
We may be small but we care Big. Quality Healthcare Close to Home!
The Tyler County Hospital Family Medical Clinic proudly serves our community. No appointment is necessary for sick and acute care only. Routine healthcare visits are available by appointment. TCH Family Medical Clinic is open Monday - Friday from 8 am - 5:00 pm