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| The Practical Nursing program prepares students for employment as a Licensed Practical Nursing. |
Practical Nursing - LPN Pathway
Program Summary:
The Practical Nursing program prepares students for employment as a Licensed Practical Nursing.
The program requires 48 semester hours of instruction in a combination of classroom and clinical settings. Course work can be completed in two semesters and one summer term at which time students must pass the National Council on Licensure Exam (NCLEX – PN) to become a Registered Nurse. Students may be required to complete prerequisite coursework for program eligibility.
To view course credits requirements for graduation, click on the programs listed below:
• Practical Nursing (PN) program
• LPN to ADN transition program
Employment:
Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) have many
responsibilities. Typically, they care for ill, injured,
convalescent and disabled persons in hospitals, clinics,
doctors' offices, private homes, nursing homes or
medical care institutions. Generally, they work a
40-hour week, which includes nights, weekends and
holidays on a rotating basis. As a licensed practical
nurse, you will be able to work in hospitals, doctors'
offices and nursing homes throughout South Carolina and
the United States. Additionally, many LPNs continue
their education by becoming a registered nurse (RN).
According the U.S. Department of Labor, overall job prospects are expected to be very good, but job outlook varies by industry. The best job opportunities will occur in nursing care facilities and home healthcare services. Employment of LPNs is expected to grow by 21 percent between 2008 and 2018.
*Job outlook information provided by the U.S. Department of Labor's 2010-2011 Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Admission Requirements:
More information on Important Dates and Deadlines, Estimated Costs, and Admission Information including the Basic Eligibility Criteria is available in the NETC Admission office.
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