Practical Nursing
Curriculum
The Practical Nursing program prepares students to provide direct patient care as a Licensed Practical Nurse under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Students complete a focused sequence of classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and clinical rotations in hospitals, long-term care, and community settings.
Coursework builds practical nursing skills from foundational patient care through medical-surgical, maternal-child, and mental health nursing, with an emphasis on safe medication administration, accurate documentation, and effective communication with patients and the healthcare team.
Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) and enter the workforce in as little as three semesters, with many continuing on to an Associate Degree Nursing program through an LPN-to-RN transition pathway.
Degrees, Diplomas & Certificates
The following credentials are offered under the Practical Nursing program.
Diploma
Learning Outcomes
- Perform basic nursing skills and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Administer medications safely within the scope of practical nursing practice.
- Collect, record, and report patient data accurately to support the plan of care.
- Practice within the legal, ethical, and professional standards of practical nursing.
Career Outcomes
29-2061
Data sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Projections Central, and O*NET.