At CyberTex, the curriculum combines classroom lectures with lab practice and clinical rotations, so you can learn nursing concepts and apply them with real patients. Choosing the right Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program can be a big decision in your life. We understand the importance and support you every step of the way.
LVN Courses: Curriculum & School Catalog
At Cyberex, instructors cover anatomy, physiology, and the basics of nursing practice. You will also study disease processes, patient assessment, and the role of vocational nurses in different healthcare settings. The school catalog outlines subjects such as:
Nursing Fundamentals
This course reviews the fundamentals that are a part of everything you will do as a nurse. You learn how nursing developed over time and how the profession has become an important part of healthcare. This course covers the responsibilities of an LVN, from following ethical guidelines to keeping accurate patient records. It also teaches core skills like measuring vital signs, helping patients with daily needs, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. By the end of Nursing Fundamentals, you will understand how and why each task is performed.
Pharmacology
Pharmacology introduces you to the science of medications and how they affect the body. During this course, you will learn how to calculate dosages, recognize side effects, and understand drug interactions. Safety is the focus of this course. This includes knowing the correct way to give oral, topical, and injectable medications, which is critical to protecting patients. You will also study how medications are classified so you can identify which drugs are used for common conditions.Growth and Development
This course looks at how the body and mind change from birth to old age. You will learn about the physical, emotional, and social milestones of each stage of life. For example, you will study how infants develop motor skills, how teenagers face hormonal changes, and how older adults deal with chronic illnesses. Understanding these stages helps you provide the appropriate care and communicate effectively with patients and their families.
Nutrition
The course on nutrition teaches you the link between diet, wellness, and healing. You will study how nutrients like proteins, carbohydrates, and vitamins support body functions; how to plan meals for patients recovering from illness or surgery, and how diet changes can help manage conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure. The course also covers special dietary needs for children, pregnant women, and older adults.
Medical-Surgical Nursing
The Medical-Surgical Nursing course is an important part of the LVN curriculum. It focuses on how to care for patients with unique medical conditions. During this course, you will learn about diseases that affect the heart, lungs, kidneys, and other systems of the body. You will also practice how to monitor patients before and after surgery, recognize warning signs of complications, and support recovery.
Why CyberTex’s LVN Program?
Every course is taught in a way that connects theory with practice.
Hands-On Lab Training
CyberTex emphasizes hands-on learning that replicates hospital and clinic environments. Before stepping into a real healthcare facility, you will practice on mannequins and with classmates. Lab courses include:
Basic Patient Care Skills – How to take vital signs, move patients safely, and maintain hygiene.
IV and Injectin Practice – Safe methods for starting IVs, giving injections, and handling equipment.
Wound Care –Cleaing, dressing, and monitoring wounds to prevent infection.
Emergency Procedures – Responding to urgent medical situations, including CPR and first aid.
Clinical Rotation
Clinical experience s an important part of CyberTex’s LVN program. As an LVN student, you will get hands-on experience in hospitals, long-term care facilities, andclinics. This lets you apply what you’ve learned while supervised by licensed nurses and doctors. During clinicals, you will gain experience in:
Pediatrics – Carng for infants and children in clinical settings.
Geriatrics – Supportng older adults in nursing homes or assisted living centers.
Medical-Surgical Units – Working with patients recovering from surgery or managing illness.
Community Health – Exposure to public health clinics and community-based nursing.
Clinical rotatios build confidence and prepare you for the challenges of nursing in different settings.
Support Courses
Beyond the core curriculum, CyberTex includes support courses to help you succeed. These courses focus on:
Study and Test-Taking Skills – Prepares students for the NCLEX-PN exam.
Profesional Development – Teaches workplace communication, teamwork, and ethics.
Computer Skills – Introduces medical record systems and electronic charting.
NCLEX-PN Preparation
Graduating from the program is only the first step. To become licensed, you must pass the NCLEX-PN exam. CyberTex builds exam prep into the curriculum. During the program, you will review key nursing concepts, take practice exams, and receive guidance on test strategies.
The CyberTex School Catalog
The school catalog for CyberTex’s LVN program gives a clear picture of what you can expect.
Here is an overview of the program outline:
- Introduction to Nursing and Professional Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Fundamentals of Nursing I & II
- Pharmacology
- Medical-Surgical Nursing I & II
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Nutrition and Growth Across the Lifespan
- Clinical Rotations in Hospitals and Long-Term Care
- NCLEX-PN Review and Professional Readiness
This structured approach allows you to build knowledge step by step while gaining the clinical hours needed to qualify for licensure.
Final Thoughts
If you’re ready to start a nursing career without the long path of a four-year degree, the LVN program at CyberTex offers a direct way forward. And we will be with you every step of the way.
Want to Learn More?
After graduating from the Licensed Vocational Nursing program, you can apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), become Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), and start your exciting new careers immediately.
Having Questions? Contact us today to learn more about our Vocational Nursing program at the Austin campus.
