Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class SizeNot publishedCredits6.5PrerequisiteAdmission to the LVN Certificate Program Transfers ToCSUDescriptionProvides an introduction to basic patient care in the hospital setting with a focus on the following core components of Vocational Nursing: the nursing process, legal aspects of nursing, medical terminology, therapeutic communication, basic bedside nursing care, client teach- ing, infection control, and basic needs assessment. This course may also serve as a pathway from LVN to ADN degree. CSUUsually HeldMon 8:10am–11:00am, Mon Thu 8:10am–11:00am, Tue 1:40pm–4:30pm, Tue 8:10am–11:00am 