About Ventura Training Institute
Ventura Training Institute (VTI) is a non-profit vocational school in Camarillo, California. We provide high-quality, mission-driven education to prepare students for impactful roles in healthcare.
Founded in 2009 by Jannet Wharton, RN, VTI focuses on delivering rigorous academic preparation, compassionate practice, and professional readiness through small cohorts and hands-on clinical training.
Our Approach
We deliver practical, student-centered training aligned with California’s healthcare needs, including Vocational Nursing (VN), Nurse Assistant (NA), Home Health Aide (HHA), IV Therapy/Blood Withdrawal, AHA CPR/BLS/First Aid, and Continuing Education.
Beyond Basic Instruction
Starting a new career can be challenging. We support students with mentorship, academic coaching, and career guidance so they can transition from classroom to clinical practice with confidence.
- Mentorship: guidance from experienced nurses
- Career advice: licensure pathways & continuing education
- Job support: help connecting with healthcare employers
Commitment to Excellence
Our programs cultivate clinical competence, communication, and compassion. Many graduates advance to higher education or enter the workforce directly after completion.
“At VTI, we don’t just educate nurses — we cultivate compassionate professionals who elevate patient care and strengthen our communities.”
Philosophy of Caring
Inspired by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and the 10 Caritas Processes.
Loving-Kindness
Compassion, respect, and altruism in all interactions.
Faith & Hope
Authentic presence that honors beliefs and inner life.
Caring Relationships
Trusting relationships that protect dignity and culture.
Creative Problem-Solving
Individualized solutions mindful of each person’s needs.
Teaching & Learning
Active learning that empowers lifelong development.
Healing Environment
Spaces that nurture comfort, dignity, and peace.
Our Educational Philosophy
We see nursing education as a collaborative process. Students engage in active learning, while faculty challenge, guide, and mentor future nurses in a supportive, safe environment that values diverse learning styles and fosters lifelong growth.
Program Excellence
Comprehensive training designed for success in California’s healthcare environment.
1,530 Hours
576 hours theory + 954 hours supervised clinical.
Licensure Ready
Graduate with a Certificate of Completion and NCLEX-PN eligibility (VN).
Small Cohorts
Personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.
Approvals & Accreditations
BVNPT Approved
Vocational Nursing program approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
CDPH Compliance
Nurse Assistant training aligned with California Title 22 requirements; prepares for the state NA exam.
BPPE Licensed
Authorized to operate as a private postsecondary educational institution in California.
Required Public Disclosures
1. The Most Recent Annual Report Submitted to the Bureau
Annual Report Summary
2. VTI’s School Catalog
Official School Catalog
3. Performance Fact Sheets (2019–2020)
Note: These documents are updated regularly and made available to current and prospective students as required by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). For the most current information, please contact our admissions office.
A Message from Our Founder
Ventura Training Institute was established to provide high-quality, human-centered education that opens doors to meaningful careers in healthcare. Our commitment is to deliver rigorous academics, hands-on clinical practice, and the professional habits that today’s healthcare environment demands.
We believe that nursing begins with respect, empathy, and technical preparation. We work to ensure each learner builds clinical competence, critical thinking, and a person-centered practice.
Thank you for considering VTI for your education. Our team is ready to support you through each step of your academic and clinical journey.
Ready to Begin Your Nursing Journey?
At VTI, we don’t just educate nurses—we cultivate compassionate professionals who strengthen our communities.
Contact Admissions
Speak with our team about your goals and program requirements.
Schedule a Visit
Tour our facilities and meet our faculty.
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Camarillo, CA • Non-Profit Institution • BVNPT & CDPH & BPPE
