You’ll be responsible for executing patient care plans, as outlined by a doctor or registered nurse. You will update patients’ medical charts, monitor them for changes, deliver medication, check vital signs and share important information with the larger care team.
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LPN
Quick Facts
Course Length
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9 - 12 months
Earning Potential
- $39k - $58k
Benefits
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Opportunities to work in a variety of settings and specialties.
Where You Can Work
- Hospitals
- Doctor offices
- Assisted living facilities
- Long-term care facilities
- Urgent care centers
- Home health companies
About the LPN Program
Our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) course is designed to get students working as nurses as quickly as possible. You can be in the field, caring for patients in as little as nine months. Plus, the demand for LPNs is growing, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, by 2030, LPN jobs will grow by 9 percent.
LPNs work closely with doctors and registered nurses to ensure the implementation of care plans for patients. LPNs are very hands-on and work closely with patients and their families. The job requires strong people skills, compassion and the ability to multi-task.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Our program is designed to prepare you to work as a nurse. We teach you how to administer medication, assess patients, collect lab samples and properly care for wounds and provide patient education.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Step
1
Complete educational prerequisites
Before entering the LPN program, students must have completed the following courses and certifications:
- ENGL 101
- BIOL 227/BIOL 227L
- BIOL 228/BIOL 228L
- MATH 143 or MATH 153
- CNA Certification
- Completed Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) with a score of 60 or higher
Step
2
If needed, apply for a scholarship
If money is holding you back from starting a career in healthcare, apply for one of our scholarships.
Step
3
Apply for the program
Start your career as an LPN. All you need to do is start and submit your application for the program.
Step
4
Make sure immunizations are up to date
Before students can start the LPN program, they must be current on the following immunizations:
- Receive MMR shots (2) or MMR titer showing immunity
- Receive Hepatitis B Series vaccines
- Hepatitis B titer showing immunity
- Receive Varicella shots (2) or Varicella titer showing immunity
- Proof of Tdap/Tetanus shots administered within past 10 years
- Receive COVID-19 vaccine
Step
5
Start your program
Join your fellow classmates in January or August for the LPN program. The program includes hands-on work, classroom instruction and clinical experience. Deadlines for the spring and fall programs fall on 1st of both March and October.
Step
6
Take your exams
Upon successful completion of your program, you can take your national licensure examination (NCLEX-PN). Our students have a 95 percent pass rate.
Step
7
Start work
Once you have your credentials, you are ready to work! Our team will work hard to help you find the perfect first job.
One Year Opens a World of Opportunities
Once you are an LPN, you can become a registered nurse in less than a year with our RN Bridge Program. As a registered nurse, you would have higher earning potential, more leadership opportunities and a wider range of job opportunities. One of the best parts of the RN Bridge Program is you can continue to work as an LPN while you go to school. Allowing you to earn money, gain invaluable experience and establish seniority within your organization. Learn more about the opportunities waiting for you as an RN.
