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Vocational Nurse Prep

Get Prepped to Join our Next Nursing Class

Applying to the VN Program at CCMCC

What to Expect

Applying to the Vocational Nursing program at Contra Costa Medical Career College requires commitment and preparation. Each step in the process is designed to ensure you are academically ready and clinically eligible before beginning hands-on training.

The application process includes multiple academic and clinical requirements. While it is thorough, our team will work closely with you to ensure you understand each step and complete all requirements successfully.

Our next Vocational Nursing program start is May 2026.

CCMCC is offering FREE TEAS Testing Tutoring Sessions during the month of April. Click here to find out more.

Step 1: Campus Visit

During this appointment:

  • Admissions will review the Vocational Nursing program in detail

  • Program expectations and time commitment will be discussed

  • You will receive instructions for completing required entrance exams

The following items are required to move forward with testing:

Required Documents

Government-issued photo ID

Social Security card

Proof of High School Diploma or GED

Step 2: Complete Required Exams

You must pass both exams to move forward in the admissions process.

Wonderlic SLE Exam

  • Minimum score required: 19
  • Maximum of 4 attempts per year

We strongly recommend practicing before scheduling your test:
https://wonderlictestpractice.com

ATI TEAS Exam

  • Minimum score required: 60%
  • Maximum of 3 attempts per year

TEAS Mastery Hub App – As part of the application process at CCMCC, we will give you access to the FREE TEAS Mastery Hub app that will really prepare you to take the TEAS test with videos and practice questions. This app is exclusive to students applying for the Vocational Nursing program at CCMCC. 

You must achieve the minimum required scores on both exams before advancing to the next step.

FREE TEAS Tutoring Sessions

Join our Vocational Nursing instructors for FREE TEAS Test tutoring April 10, 17 & 24 on campus. Find out more here. 

Step 3: Director of Nursing Interview

After passing the Wonderlic SLE and ATI TEAS exams, you will:

  • Schedule and attend an interview with the Director of Nursing

This interview is required for admission consideration into the Vocational Nursing program.

Step 4: Submit Required Docs

After successfully completing the Director of Nursing interview, the following items must be submitted:

Health Documents & Immunizations

  • Physical exam completed using the official CCMCC form

  • Immunizations/Tests

    • MMR

    • Tdap

    • Polio

    • Hepatitis B

    • Varicella

    • TB test — TB Gold, two-step TB, or chest x-ray

    • Seasonal Flu shot

    • COVID-19 vaccine and boosters

Additional Requirements

  • Background check

  • Drug screen

All clinical and compliance requirements must be completed and approved prior to starting the program. Missing documentation may delay your start date.

Step 5: Enrollment

After completing all admissions steps, passing your exams, finishing your interview, and submitting all required clearances, you are ready to enroll.

Once approved:

  • You will complete your enrollment paperwork

  • Your official start date will be confirmed

  • You will prepare to begin classroom and clinical training

This is the moment your preparation turns into action. You have demonstrated commitment, readiness, and determination – the same qualities needed to succeed in nursing. Your journey towards becoming a Vocational Nurse begins here.