LPN ProgramHoward Community College's Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate Program prepares graduates to assume careers as licensed practical nurses. Licensed practical nurses work under the direction of doctors and registered nurses in a variety of health care settings, including hospitals, extended care facilities, nursing homes, clinics, health maintenance organizations, doctors' offices and private homes caring for newborn infants, elderly patients and patients with longterm or chronic illness.
The primary responsibilities of licensed practical nurses in these settings encompass basic patient care, such as taking vital signs, preparing and administering treatments and medications including injections, assisting patients with hygienic care, and providing comfort and psychological support to patients.
The clinical component of the LPN program begins in the fall semester for both the day and evening/weekend options, and lasts 11 months.
Please note that new applicants for Fall 2009 and beyond must achieve a required overall 2.0 HCC GPA in all courses taken at HCC in order to qualify for clinical admission.
Steps to Apply to the LPN Program
- Sign up for a required nursing information session.
- Submit an HCC application for admission.
- Take placement tests: All prospective nursing students must take the college's English placement test except those students who have completed a U.S. bachelor's degree at an accredited institution.
- Complete the required coursework with the appropriate minimum prerequisite and overall GPAs.
- Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended: Complete an official transcript evaluation form and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Advising (RCF-242).
- Complete a supplemental application for admission to the Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate Program and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Advising (RCF-242). The application cycle runs between September 15 and February 15 of each school year. February 15 is the final deadline.
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