Programs, Tuition, Requirements & Schedule
Explore Ventura Training Institute healthcare training programs with published pricing, admissions requirements, technology expectations, coursework summaries, program length, current class dates, and cities where training, practicum, or clinical experiences may occur.
Technology & Online Access Requirements
Students participating in any online, hybrid, portal-based, or digital learning activity should be prepared to access email, program communications, forms, and digital learning resources. For any online or distance-learning component, Ventura Training Institute recommends the following minimum technology readiness.
Computer or Device
Desktop or laptop preferred. Tablet access may be used for basic viewing, but a computer is strongly recommended for forms, uploads, testing, and online coursework.
Internet Access
Stable high-speed internet capable of supporting video meetings, digital learning platforms, email, uploads, and document downloads.
Camera, Audio & Email
Working webcam, microphone, speakers or headset, and an active email account checked regularly for school communications.
Software Readiness
Current web browser, PDF reader, ability to open school forms, and ability to scan or upload documents from a phone or computer.
Programs at a Glance
Tuition and hours below reflect the current published school documents. Schedules are based on the school’s current published class schedule.
| Program | Hours | Published Total Cost | Typical Schedule | Current Published Class Dates | Training / Practicum / Clinical Cities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse Assistant (NA) | 160 | $2,797 | Daily M–Th 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or Weekend Sat–Sun 7:00 AM–3:30 PM | Multiple cohorts published for 2026 | Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Oxnard |
| Home Health Aide (HHA) | 40 | $550 | Weekend schedule published | March, July, October 2026 and January 2027 | Camarillo and related training sites as scheduled |
| IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal | 36 | $430 | Other / cohort-based schedule | Contact admissions for next available cohort | Camarillo and approved training sites as scheduled |
| Phlebotomy Technician I (PT I) | 80 | $2,430 | Theory plus externship schedule | May, July, and September 2026 cohorts published | Camarillo plus externship / training sites as assigned |
| Vocational Nurse (VN / LVN) | 1,530 | $38,830 | Cohort-based; published LVN start date listed | LVN 1 starts May 6, 2026 | Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Paula |
Tuition totals are school-published totals. Payment plan availability, transfer fees, tutoring charges, reschedule fees, and other conditional fees may apply where stated in school documents.
Nurse Assistant (NA)
The Nurse Assistant program prepares students for entry-level nurse assistant training with a focus on patient care, safety, communication, infection control, basic nursing skills, and required practice experiences.
Admissions requirements
- Be at least 16 years of age.
- If a student is a minor, a parent must attend the enrollment process.
- Have a valid government-issued ID.
- Have a valid Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
Brief coursework summary
Coursework typically includes fundamental nurse assistant care, infection prevention, safety, communication, patient rights, activities of daily living support, restorative skills, skills practice, and practical training required for nurse assistant preparation.
Passing / completion expectations
Students must complete required training hours, required skills, attendance obligations, school requirements, and any certification-testing steps applicable to the program.
Training and practicum cities
Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, and Oxnard, depending on cohort scheduling and site assignment.
Current published class dates — Daily
- Course 100Mar 23, 2026 – Apr 29, 2026
- Course 101May 26, 2026 – Jul 2, 2026
- Course 102Jun 29, 2026 – Aug 5, 2026
- Course 103Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 1, 2026
- Course 104Oct 5, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026
- Course 105Nov 2, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026
Current published class dates — Weekend
- Course 113Jan 24, 2026 – Apr 19, 2026
- Course 114Mar 21, 2026 – Jun 20, 2026
- Course 115May 30, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026
- Course 116Aug 15, 2026 – Nov 7, 2026
- Course 117Sep 12, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026
- Course 118Dec 5, 2026 – Mar 13, 2027
Home Health Aide (HHA)
The Home Health Aide program supports CNA-trained students who want to expand into home-based care services, client support, safety, infection control, and care delivery in the home environment.
Admissions requirements
- Must have a valid California CNA license.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or otherwise satisfy the relevant required examination standard.
Brief coursework summary
Coursework is designed around home health aide responsibilities such as patient support in the home, observation and reporting, infection prevention, personal care, safe assistance, client dignity, and home-care professionalism.
Passing / completion expectations
Students must complete all required program hours, required coursework or skills, and all school requirements connected to successful completion.
Promotion information
Eligible Ventura Training Institute CNA graduates may qualify for a one-time HHA promotion at no additional cost if they register within the promotional period and meet all published terms and conditions.
Current published class dates
- HHA CohortMar 28, 2026 – Apr 11, 2026
- HHA CohortJul 11, 2026 – Jul 25, 2026
- HHA CohortOct 10, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
- HHA CohortJan 9, 2027 – Jan 23, 2027
Published schedule
Weekend schedule: Sat–Sun, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
Training cities
Camarillo and related training sites as scheduled by the school.
IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal
This certification-focused program is intended for licensed nurses seeking training in IV therapy and blood withdrawal procedures within the applicable professional scope.
Admissions requirements
- Must have a valid California LVN or RN license.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or otherwise satisfy the relevant required examination standard.
Brief coursework summary
Training typically includes IV initiation and management principles, blood withdrawal, infection prevention, patient safety, documentation, and performance of approved procedures within the learner’s licensed scope.
Passing / completion expectations
Students must complete required hours, required skills or assignments, and all school completion requirements for certification issuance where applicable.
Training city
Camarillo and approved training sites as scheduled.
Current published class dates
Please contact admissions for the next available IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal cohort date.
Schedule note
This program is published as an “Other” or cohort-based schedule in school enrollment paperwork.
Phlebotomy Technician I (PT I)
The Phlebotomy Technician I program combines theory and externship-based learning in specimen collection, patient preparation, safety, infection control, and phlebotomy workflow.
Admissions requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a valid government-issued ID.
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or college transcript.
- Complete health exam and screening requirements.
- Hold a BLS certificate from AHA or Red Cross.
Brief coursework summary
Coursework typically includes specimen collection, venipuncture and capillary collection, infection control, patient identification, safety, documentation, and supervised externship activity.
Passing / completion expectations
Students must complete required theory, assigned training hours, externship obligations where applicable, school requirements, and certification-related steps connected to program completion.
Training / externship cities
Camarillo plus externship or training sites assigned by the school.
Current published class dates
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PT I Cohort
Theory 9:00 AM–2:00 PM May 4, 2026 – May 21, 2026
Externship ends Jul 3, 2026 -
PT I Cohort
Theory 9:00 AM–2:00 PM Jul 6, 2026 – Jul 23, 2026
Externship ends Aug 28, 2026 -
PT I Cohort
Theory 4:30 PM–9:00 PM Sep 14, 2026 – Oct 1, 2026
Externship ends Nov 12, 2026
Published schedule note
Published PT I cohorts show theory dates and externship end dates. Externship sessions generally run 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
Vocational Nurse (VN / LVN)
The Vocational Nurse program is a 12-month program designed to prepare students for safe, competent, entry-level vocational nursing practice and eligibility to pursue the NCLEX-PN pathway after completion.
Admissions requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a valid government-issued ID.
- Have a valid SSN or ITIN.
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and submit it with application.
- Complete an enrollment form and interview with a Ventura Training Institute representative.
- Complete a CNA program and hold a current CNA state certification.
- Complete Anatomy and Physiology prerequisites with minimum required grades.
- Take the ATI TEAS exam and meet required benchmarks.
- Take and pass the Basic Math for Nursing test at 100%.
- Submit health exam and screening requirements and current BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Additional pre-start requirements after acceptance
- Complete required physical examination and immunization / screening documentation.
- Complete ATI’s self-paced LAUNCH: Nursing Academic Readiness program before start.
- Purchase required malpractice insurance from the designated carrier.
- Complete required Live Scan background check and drug screening for clinical placements.
- Maintain health insurance for the duration of the program.
Brief coursework summary
The VN program includes Clinical Practicum I–IV, Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Pharmacology for Nurses, Medical-Surgical Nursing 1–3, Holistic Care of the Older Adult, Introduction to Mental Health Nursing, Nursing Care of Children, Maternal-Newborn Nursing Care, Leadership/Management/Transition to Practice, and Review of Key Concepts for Safe Vocational Nursing Practice.
Passing / completion expectations
Students must complete all required courses with a minimum of 75%, meet clinical objectives, complete all required hours, satisfy final payments, and submit licensure-related application requirements including fingerprinting.
Clinical and training cities
Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Oxnard, and Santa Paula, depending on approved site availability and cohort scheduling.
Current published class date
- LVN 1Starts May 6, 2026
Published schedule note
The currently published schedule shows the LVN start date. Contact admissions for full cohort calendar, weekly schedule, and orientation deadlines for the active LVN intake.
Health clearance highlights
Prior to starting the program, students must complete health clearance documentation that includes physical exam, TB screening, and required immunization records, including influenza, COVID-19, MMR, varicella, Tdap, and hepatitis B.
Training / Clinical / Practicum Cities
Depending on the program and cohort, Ventura Training Institute training, practicum, or clinical experiences may occur in the following cities:
Camarillo
Main campus and school-based training activities.
Thousand Oaks
Approved clinical / training site city.
Ventura
Approved clinical / training site city.
Oxnard
Approved clinical / training site city.
Santa Paula
VN-related approved clinical site city.
Site assignment note
Clinical and externship placement depends on program, approval status, and availability.
