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0938 - Practical Nursing (LPN)

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Health Sciences US CERT

Program Code

0938

Divisions

Health Sciences

Degree Designation

CERT

Program Description

The Practical Nursing (LPN) program provides students with the essential skills and knowledge to deliver safe, patient-centered care in various healthcare settings. Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on clinical experience, and simulations, students will learn nursing fundamentals, medical procedures, and patient care techniques. Upon completion, graduates will be prepared to take the NCLEX-PN exam to become licensed practical nurses, ready to contribute to the healthcare workforce with competence and compassion.

Note: The Practical Nursing (LPN) program is designed with two distinct pathways, both ultimately leading to the LPN certificate. One of these pathways will incorporate advanced science courses, offering the opportunity for students to seamlessly bridge into the existing RN program in the future.

Information And Additional Notes

  • A minimum grade of C is required in each nursing core course. A student will be permitted to repeat one nursing core course (LPN 1110, LPN 1120, LPN 1130, and LPN 1140) one time. Students who are unsuccessful in repeating any nursing core course are ineligible to continue in the nursing program. Students who are unsuccessful in more than one nursing core course and have already repeated one core course will not be eligible to repeat a second nursing core course. Withdrawal from a core nursing course after the first 30 calendar days will be considered a failure of the course for reapplication purposes. In case of illness or other extreme circumstances, the faculty may consider a one-time exception. A student seeking a waiver of the two-course limit should contact the nursing program director for more information.

  • BIO 2510: Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 2520: Anatomy and Physiology II must be completed with a minimum grade of “C”

Outcome

The student will be able to communicate clearly, both in writing and speaking, with patients, families, and healthcare team members in a way that is respectful, culturally sensitive, and easy to understand.

Outcome

The student will use critical thinking and evidence-based practices to assess patient needs and provide safe, effective care within the LPN role.

Outcome

The student will be able to perform basic nursing tasks safely and accurately, organizing and evaluating patient care to ensure quality and competency in clinical settings.

Outcome

The student will demonstrate ethical decision-making, work well with healthcare teams, and provide care that respects patients’ diverse backgrounds while following ethical and legal guidelines

Outcome

The student will be able to provide patient-centered care in different healthcare settings, ensuring safety and effectiveness while focusing on the needs of the patient.

Outcome

The student will be ready to pass the NCLEX-PN exam and become licensed as an LPN. They will also understand the importance of continuing education and be prepared to pursue further learning or specialized certifications in nursing.