Welcome to ETOC Healthcare Career Center
Our Mission
The mission of ETOC is to educate and empower adult learners from the Greater Cleveland/Akron areas and its surrounding Suburbs in the healthcare field of Practical Nursing, which will increase and compete with the national nursing shortage, overall increasing the capacity of the healthcare workforce.
Location
ETOC is located at 2542 S. Arlington Road Akron, Ohio 44319. Our location allows us to better serve prospective students because we we conveniently located In the Akron/Greater Cleveland area, which is also in close proximity to all surrounding suburbs.
Our Vision
Our LPN program strives to be recognized as a leader in nursing education and patient care, providing a high-quality learning environment that prepares graduates to be compassionate, skilled, and dedicated nurses. Our vision is to:
- Deliver a comprehensive and innovative curriculum that prepares LPN students to excel in a rapidly changing healthcare environment and meet the needs of diverse patient populations.
- Foster a culture of excellence in teaching, research, and service that encourages ongoing learning, professional growth, and collaboration among students, faculty, and healthcare providers.
- Empower students to become lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and problem-solvers, equipped with the skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care to patients across the lifespan.
- Emphasize the importance of compassion, integrity, and respect in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues, and promote a patient-centered approach to care that recognizes the unique needs and circumstances of each patient.
- Provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values diversity, cultural competence, and equity, and prepares graduates to work effectively in a global and multicultural society.
- Promote safety and infection control practices that protect patients, families, and healthcare providers, and prepare students to identify and respond to safety hazards in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Maintain strong partnerships with healthcare organizations, community groups, and other stakeholders to promote excellence in nursing education and practice, and to address the healthcare needs of our community.
- Our LPN program’s vision is to create a brighter future for healthcare through education, innovation, and compassion.
Our Culture
Our LPN program believes that creating a positive and supportive culture is essential to the success of our students and the quality of care they provide. Our culture plan is designed to promote a collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate learning environment that fosters personal growth, professional development, and high-quality patient care. Our culture plan includes:
- Respect: We believe in treating all students, faculty, staff, and patients with respect and dignity, regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or circumstances.
- Communication: We value open and honest communication that encourages feedback, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.
- Diversity and inclusion: We celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that respects and values individual differences.
- Professionalism: We expect our students to always act with professionalism and integrity at all times, adhering to ethical and legal standards of practice.
- Teamwork: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to achieve our goals, and we encourage our students to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers to provide highquality patient care.
- Support: We provide comprehensive support services that help our students succeed, including academic advising, counseling, and financial aid assistance.
- Innovation: We encourage innovation and creativity in our teaching and learning methods, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Patient-centered care: We emphasize the importance of patient-centered care, focusing on the needs and preferences of individual patients and families.
- Wellness: We promote wellness and self-care among our students and faculty, recognizing the importance of maintaining physical and emotional health to provide high-quality patient care.
- Lifelong learning: We value lifelong learning and professional development, encouraging our students to continue learning and growing throughout their nursing careers.