Practical Nursing Program
Meeting the needs of the growing healthcare industry.
Introduction:
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) become educated to provide health services such as taking blood pressure, pulse, respiration, applying dressings, helping patients with bathing and personal hygiene, and administering medications. Training in this program is provided by licensed medical personnel. A vocational certificate is issued upon successfully completing this 1,350-hour program.
Employment Opportunities:
LPNs will be prepared to be employed in a wide array of healthcare professions. They may work in hospitals, nursing homes, doctor’s offices, private homes, health departments, or other settings such as schools and residential care facilities. Training as LPNs provides a foundation to pursue many health-related career paths including a registered nurse.
Career Opportunities:
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Employment Outlook:
Employment of licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses is projected to grow 9% from 2020 to 2030.
Salary:
The average wage for this career in Florida is $22.46 hourly or $46,710 annually.
Completion Requirements:
The entire program is 1350 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):
OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
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OCP A | Practical Nursing Foundation 1 | 300 Hours |
OCP B | Practical Nursing Foundation 2 Medical Surgical Nursing 1 Medical Surgical Nursing 2 Comprehensive Nursing and Transitional Skills | 300 Hours 300 Hours 300 Hours 150 Hours |
Total Hours: 1350 |
Location & Course’s Schedule:
Practical Nursing is available at the following school (s):
LOCATION | COURSE'S SCHEDULE | |
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Lindsey Hopkins Technical College | Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | |
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College | Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | |
Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College | Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | |
South Dade Technical College | Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
Contact Information at the Location:
Additional information can be provided by student services:
LOCATION | COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR | PHONE NUMBER |
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Lindsey Hopkins Technical College (305) 324-6070 | Patricia Estiverne Sandra Hawkins Jacques Lucien Rose Jasmin | Ext. 7089 Ext. 7129 Ext. 7039 |
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College (305) 557-1100 | Danielle Taylor Jackie Benjamin Vanessa Torres Elizabeth Forero | Ext. 2230 Ext. 2215 Ext. 2250 Ext. 2216 |
Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College (305) 253-9920 | Mirtha Silverang Maria Ruiz Kathy Pearson Irene Montoto | Ext. 2145 Ext. 2147 Ext. 2159 Ext. 2150 |
South Dade Technical College (305) 247-7839 | Oscar de Leon | Ext. 2111 |
Source
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/licensed-practical-and-licensed-vocational-nurses.htm.