Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program primary objective is to build competencies and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The program will enable its graduates to acquire training which will enhance upward future promotions.
Students will have hands-on training along with practical job-related experiences upon successful completion of the program as well as CPR training. Students taking this program must meet all state requirements for licensure.
The Licensed Practical Nursing Program prepares students to take the NCLEX-PN to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. The program also provides the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a variety of settings, including hospital, nursing home, doctors’ offices, private care, and other healthcare facilities.
This comprehensive program includes, but limited to:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Medication Administration
- Medical Terminology
- Nutrition
- Basic Nursing Skills
- Medical/Surgical, Adult, Pediatric, Maternity & Geriatric nursing skills
At the completion of this program, students will be able to perform, but are not limited to:
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Activities of Daily Living Aseptic Technique Bandaging Medications; Oral, IM, SQ Report observations/changes Computerized charting Dosage computation Transfer/transport patients Infection control |
Phlebotomy Neurological check Vital signs Trach care/suctioning CPR Restraints Specimen Collection Hand Hygiene Surgical Preps Standard Universal Precautions |
Job Outlook
“Employment of licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses is projected to grow 11 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. As the baby-boom population ages, the overall need for healthcare services is expected to increase. LPNs and LVNs will be needed in residential care facilities and in-home health environments to care for older patients.” –bls.gov
Source: www.bls.gov
Length of Program
1750 clock hours are required. Classes are held Monday – Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm for 5.5, 27.75 weeks each term for the day program. The night program is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4:00 – 9:30 pm for 5, 25-week terms.
Tuition for The Licensed Practical Nurse Program is $14,725.00; additional fees included
Click here to download the LPN application checklist.
More information about our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program is coming very soon! In the meantime, if you’d like to learn more abut what we can do and what the program entails, feel free to reach out to us through the contact form below.
LPN Information Request
Allied Health Careers Institute is authorized for operation as a post secondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. In order to view detailed job placement and completion information on the programs offered by Allied Health Careers Institute, please visit https://www.tn.gov/thec/bureaus/student-aid-and-compliance/postsecontdary-state-authorization/authorized-institutiions-and-data.html
Allied Health Careers Institute
1233 Commerce Park
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Office: (615) 396-8733
Fax: (615) 396-8687
Monday - Friday
8:30am – 5pm
Tennessee Higher Education Commission
312 Rosa L. Parks Ave., 9th Floor
Nashville TN 37243