Vocational Nursing
Schreiner University’s Vocational Nursing program is a one-year program, held from January through December. Students participating in the program will complete all required coursework necessary to receive their VN certification.
The next start date for the program is January 20th.
Schreiner VN program has a 100% pass rate for 2025
Vocational Nursing Info Sessions – You’re Invited!
Are you ready to take the first step toward a career in nursing? Join us for a Vocational Nursing Information Session to explore everything Schreiner University’s program has to offer. These sessions are a great way to meet our nursing faculty, ask questions, and see firsthand what it’s like to train as a nurse at Schreiner.
During the session, you’ll:
- Understand the application process and requirements
- Learn about the VN program structure and curriculum
- Get a full breakdown of program costs
Upcoming Info Sessions
- Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 AM: Register Here
- Thursday, July 24 at 6:00 PM: Register Here
- Tuesday, August 12 at 6:00 PM: Register Here
- Saturday, September 20 at 9:00 AM: Register Here
- Tuesday, October 14 at 6:00 PM: Register Here
Vocational Nursing
Schreiner University’s Vocational Nursing program is a one-year program, held from January through December. Students participating in the program will complete all required coursework necessary to receive their VN certification.
The next start date for the program is January 25th.
🔔 Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
Our Mission and Vision:
The mission of the Schreiner University Nursing Programs is to prepare and educate caring, innovative, professional nurses who are leaders in addressing the evolving health care needs of all people and are committed to self-development.
The vision of the Schreiner University Nursing programs is to cultivate a community of learning that equips students with the knowledge and clinical judgement to provide care to diverse patient populations in promoting health, preventing illness, and caring for the ill, disabled, and dying patients in a global society. Faculty foster creative learning experiences supporting future nurses, nurse leaders, and scholars committed to compassionate holistic care.
- Application | $25 Application Fee
- Essay
- This essay should include why the applicant wants to be a nurse, the steps the applicant is taking to make sure the one-year commitment to the VN program can be fulfilled, the applicant’s academic record from high school and/or college, and where the applicant hopes the education will lead them over the next 10 years. Your essay should be a minimum of 500 words in length.
- Resume
- Official high school transcripts or GED
- Official College Transcripts from all colleges attended (if any)
- Two Reference Forms submitted through the online application
- These references should be completed by a current or former employer or person who can give a character and performance evaluation. This should not be completed by a relative or friend.
- Entrance Exam
The TEAS exam is multiple choice and covers the following:
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- Reading – paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension, and inferences/conclusions
- Math – whole numbers, metric conversion, fractions, decimals, algebraic equations, percentages, and ratio/proportion
- Science – science reasoning, science knowledge, biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, basic physical principles, and general science
- English and Language Usage – punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, contextual words, and spelling
Sign Up for the Exam: atitesting.com
Use this guide to help you navigate the ATI Testing website: TEAS Sign Up Guide
Prep for the Exam: Prior to scheduling your entrance examination, it is highly recommended that you order a prep package through the ATI Testing website. Make sure that you order the study guide and practice examinations for the ATI TEAS Examination. Do not order a version that is located at Amazon, etc., as it is not the official study guide and does not cover the same content. We recommend beginning to prepare at least one month prior to sitting for your examination.
Take the Exam: The exam is held at Schreiner University. You must arrive 15 minutes early to get signed on your computer, turn off your cell phone, place
personal items in the front of the room and receive instructions. There is a limit of two attempts per admission cycle on the ATI TEAS Entrance Examination for admission to the SU BSN program.
ATI – TEAS Exam Dates:
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- July 23, 2025
- August 13, 2025
- September 24, 2025
- October 22, 2025
Time: Wednesdays at 09:00 am
Location: Moody Computer Lab, room 212
Use our campus map to locate our Moody Science Building (number 14).
*Exam Date, Time and Location Subject to Change
I have completed my application, what do I do next?
Take a moment to congratulate yourself on completing your application to Schreiner University’s Vocational Nursing Program. This is no easy feat and is a major first step to becoming a Mountaineer!
Schedule an Interview
- The Director of Nursing will schedule an interview with you.
- Attire is business casual. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before
your interview time. Check in at the director’s office on the second floor of Weir Academic Building in room 114 on Schreiner University’s campus. - Interviews will take place in September and October with final decisions posted by the end of October.
I received an acceptance email from Schreiner University admissions, what are my next steps?
- Health History Form
- Log on to Schreiner One à Admissions Tab (top of screen) à Health and Wellness Tab (left of screen) à Health History Form (middle of screen)
- Meningitis Record
- Emailed to health@schreiner.edu if under 23 years of age
- VN Orientation
- Attend mandatory orientation at Schreiner in the month of December.
