Admissions

LVN Requirements

Planned requirements (subject to change). Use the LVN Pre-Screen to confirm minimum eligibility; if you pass, you’ll receive the full checklist and next steps by email.

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Minimum Eligibility

18 years of age or older; valid government-issued ID; SSN or ITIN.

High school diploma or GED (official transcripts required). International transcripts require an evaluation by a NACES or AICE member service.

Current CNA state certification.

Anatomy (3 units) and Physiology (3 units) with minimum grade C, both within the last 5 years; or combined A&P (≥ 4 units) within the last 5 years, min. C.

ATI TEAS: overall Proficient, plus minimum Reading 74,5 % and Math 71,9 %. Retakes allowed with remediation per VTI policy.

Details (remediation/retakes, essential functions, policies) are outlined in the LVN Handbook.

Documents & Clearances

Before Admission

  • Application & interview.
  • Official transcripts (HS/college; NACES/AICE if international).
  • TEAS score report meeting VTI benchmarks.

After Acceptance

  • Health exam & immunization records.
  • Current CPR (BLS) and maintenance during program.
  • Criminal background check & drug screen (per clinical sites).
  • Malpractice insurance (CAE carrier info provided by VTI).
  • Active health insurance for the duration of the program.
  • ATI LAUNCH online course completion (certificate due ≥ 1 week before start).

Downloads

LVN Program Handbook

Full policies, selection rubric, TEAS, essential functions, grading, and clinical policies.

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* Requirements subject to change. Refer to official VTI communications prior to enrollment.