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St. Francis Career College offers this supplemental statement about their school:
"The Mission of St. Francis Career College is to provide an education leading to a diploma or certificate, which integrates the career, personal and social skills needed to seek secure careers in the healthcare field.
We offer two programs: Nurse Assistant Program and Vocational Nursing Program accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and College of Technology (ACCSCT), California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) and California Department of Health Services (CDHS). We are licensed by the Bureau for Private Post-Secondary Vocational Education (BPPVE).
St. Francis Career College - San Jose Branch is located at 749 Story Road, Suite 50, San Jose, California 95122. Our Education Wing has 2 classrooms with TV/VCR, LCD projectors, overhead projectors and SMART Boards in each serving a maximum of 30 students for individual attention. Our Skills Lab is equipped with 4 hospital beds including anatomical mannequins featuring heart and lung sounds, as well as other supplies needed for skills practice. Our Computer Lab includes 6 computers with internet and "Virtual Clinical Excursions" software for student use. Students also have access to the Medical Library at O'Connor Hospital Monday through Friday 8a.m. to 4:30p.m."
St. Francis Career College can be found in Lynwood, CA (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at St. Francis Career College.
The most common majors at the school are in nursing and emergency medicine.
St. Francis Career College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
In 2007-2008, 153 students were enrolled in the school. St. Francis Career College has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"In the spirit of our founders, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louise de Marillac, and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the Daughters of Charity Health System is committed to serving the sick and the poor. With Jesus Christ as our model, we advance and strengthen the healing mission of the Catholic Church by providing comprehensive, excellent healthcare that is compassionate and attentive to the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. We promote healthy families, responsible stewardship of the environment, and a just society through value-based relationships and community-based collaboration."
More complete details are provided below.
St. Francis Career College
3680 E. Imperial Highway
Lynwood, CA 90262
General Phone: (310) 900-8050
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 288 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for St. Francis Career College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 180 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 108 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, St. Francis Career College had a total enrollment of 153 students (440 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 10% |
| Women | 90% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 28 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 79% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lynwood, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 175 | 131 | 75% | 131 | 100% |
| Men | 13 | 13 | 100% | 13 | 100% |
| Women | 162 | 118 | 73% | 118 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
St. Francis Career College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3359300)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets St. Francis Career College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library
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