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Office of Inspector General (OIG) search Sex offender search This screening is not a replacement for a background screening required during application for state licensure. Nursing students must have a clear background screening in order to participate in clinical placement(s). Participation at clinical facilities may be denied dependent on the type and severity of the offenses appearing in the background report. Should infractions appear in the background screening, the student will be responsible for providing documentation of corrective action. A finding on a background screening does not necessarily negate enrollment at Pacific College, as each situation will be reviewed and evaluated on a case -by -case basis. If the student is found to be ineligible for participation in clinical activities, s/he will be required to withdraw from the program, and will be financially responsible for all charges incurred as stated in the withdrawal policy. It is the student's responsibility to notify the Director of Nursing of any infractions occurring during the program. Live Scan Fingerprinting Requirements The student may be asked to complete Live Scan Fingerprinting as part of clinical facility requirement. A student whose fingerprinting result is not clear will not be eligible to participate in the clinical rotation; it is the student's responsibility to clear his/her record in order to participate in clinical activities or obtain state licensure. Alive scan fingerprinting completed during enrollment does not replace the live scan fingerprinting required during application for state licensure. Notice of Misdemeanor and Felony Convictions The college does not believe that students should make an investment of time and money before knowing if they are able to secure employment in their chosen field based on convictions. Applicants with misdemeanor or felony convictions should meet with the Program Director to determine their eligibility for employment in the field. Prospective students are required to disclose any information related to convictions to the admission advisor. Health Requirements The VN student must have the physical and psychosocial capacity to perform the duties and responsibilities of a student vocational nurse throughout the program. Refer to Vocational Nursing Student Handbook for more information. Class Size The class size for Vocational Nursing program is approved by Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Although actual class size may vary, the maximum number of students per class is 45. The maximum number of students per clinical group is 15; however, certain clinical facilities may specify a fewer number of students per rotation. Program Length The program requires completion of Vocational Nursing courses which have 1668 hours (65 semester units) and five general education classes which have 225 hours (15 semester units). 78 2022-2023 Catalog Pacific College