Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Brazosport College prepares students for careers in hospitals, convalescent centers, clinics, home care, and physicians' offices. The program focuses on preparing individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, of dentist. Program courses include: patient vital signs, critical thinking and technology, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Brazosport College

4669 Southwest Fwy Ste 100, Houston, TX

Brazosport College, located in Lake Jackson, Texas, began operations in 1968, nearly twenty years after its establishment was approved by voters. The school was originally known as Brazosport Junior College, and was funded by a tax approved by voters to finally establish the school. By 1970 the school changed its name to the current to better reflect the goals and focus of the school. The first year of operation the school admitted over 800 students, today the school educated over 25,000 students annually. In 2003 Brazosport College became on of three colleges approved by the state to offer four year degree programs, which began being offered at the school at the start of the 2005 semester.

Academics

Brazosport currently offers a single bachelor degree program in applied technology alongside the associate and certificate programs it has traditionally provided. The programs offered are either academic or career oriented. Career oriented programs offer students the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce immediately after graduation, and result in either a certificate or associate degree. Certificate programs are generally shorter than degree programs due to the absence of general education courses in the curriculum. Academic programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at a low cost, and provide transfer opportunities to four year institutions to continue toward a bachelor degree upon completion of the program.

Programs offered include:

• Nursing
• Business
• Engineering
• Communication
• Automotive Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrollment at Brazosport College must complete and submit the admissions application and provide all pertinent documents, including transcripts and standardized test scores. Students must also take a placement exam to identify which general education courses the student must take in order to begin their program of study. Visiting a counselor is also recommended in outlining one's curriculum and beginning their education at the school. Financial aid is available in the form of student loans and grants. Students in need of aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to begin the financial aid process and determine one's eligibility and financial awards.

Clubs and Organizations

Brazosport College is home to a number of clubs and organizations that provide students with unique opportunities to explore interests with other likeminded individuals. Students are encouraged to participate in such clubs, as they help students understand organization, provide social opportunities, and help forge bonds with others that typically extend beyond the campus and often well after graduation. Students are also encouraged to form their own clubs if one expressing their interests does not exist.

Some clubs at Brazosport College:

• Zombie Club
• GSTA
• Phi Theta Kappa

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Brazosport College offers a less than two-year award program in licensed practical nurse (LPN).

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Description

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 13
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $49830

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).