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Career Paths in Healthcare: From Vocational Nursing to Medical Imaging

The healthcare industry continuously grows and adapts in response to the ever-changing seasons. Since then, numerous practices within the industry have emerged, offering various rewarding and fulfilling career paths for aspiring medical professionals. In this article, we will discuss different career paths in healthcare, specifically focusing on vocational nursing and medical imaging. By understanding the […]

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Vocational Nursing in Today’s Healthcare System: Insights from Smith Chason College

The demand for healthcare services has consistently grown over the years. Professionals in this healthcare system have become essential to our daily lives, whether they offer basic care or complex health-related services. Today, vocational nursing is on the rise. Read on to learn more about vocational nursing and how Smith Chason College College’s School of […]

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How Long Does It Take to Become an LVN?

Would you like to become an LVN in just 15 short months? Being an LVN is a fulfilling career. A career where you can truly help others when they need it the most. But what is an LVN and exactly what does it take to become one? Let’s take a look. What Is an LVN? LVN stands […]

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Smith Chason College Career Fair. A joint event between the Los Angeles and Ontario campuses
Smith Chason College Career Fair

Over 300 Registrants! With the support of our Ontario and Los Angeles campus Career Services team, Smith Chason College held a Career Fair on Thursday, April 6th. During the Career Fair, our Smith Chason College WCUI School of Medical Imaging sonography, MRI, and Smith Chason School of Nursing LVN and ADN students and alumni met […]

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How to Become a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Los Angeles

A licensed vocational nurse plays a vital role in the medical industry. Those in this profession work at nursing and residential care facilities, hospitals, home healthcare services, doctor offices, and even for state and Federal governments. LVNs are often the first point of contact for patients coming into a care facility, clinic, or hospital. They […]

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Sharing Holiday Cheer with Our Students’ Families and Communities

Happy Holidays from Smith Chason College! As a friendly reminder, all Smith Chason College campuses are closed Monday, December 16th, and Monday, January 2nd, to allow our faculty, staff, and students to spend the holidays with their loved ones. We hope all of you take the time this holiday to slow down and celebrate the […]

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Giving Back to Our Communities

Happy Thanksgiving from Smith Chason College! As a friendly reminder, all Smith Chason College and School of Nursing campuses are closed Friday, November 24, and Friday, November 25, 2022, to allow our faculty, staff, and students to spend the holiday with their loved ones. We hope all of you take the time this holiday to […]

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Smith Chason + WCUI 2022 Graduation Ceremonies

  Smith Chason College’s School of Nursing and WCUI School of Medical Imaging campuses were proud to hold graduation ceremonies for the latest nursing and medical imaging graduates this past fall. After a couple of years of virtual graduation ceremonies, we were proud to hold in-person commencements for our 2022 vocational nursing, ultrasound, and MRI […]

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Veterans Day 2022 – How to Support Veterans in Your Community

Friday, November 11th marks Veterans Day, a holiday to honor those who have given their all for our freedom. We would like to take a moment to reflect and thank our veteran students, staff, faculty, alumni, and all who served in uniform, in the past, present, and future for your service, bravery, and dedication to our country. […]

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In Memoriam of Sterling Lombard

It is with a heavy heart to share with the WCUI + Smith Chason community of the sudden and unexpected passing of Sterling Lombard. Sterling was a proud member of the WCUI + Smith Chason family and Financial Aid team at our Phoenix campus. He was a kind, enthusiastic member of our community, always ready […]

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