Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Central Ohio Technical 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 Ohio colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Central Ohio Technical College (COTC)

251 N. Main Street, Cedarville, OH

The Central Ohio Technical College operates for campuses and offers online courses in order to better assist and educate residents of its service area. The campuses are located in Coshocton, Mount Vernon, Newark and Reynoldsburg, Ohio. The school has active extracurricular and cultural activities, includes over 50 clubs and organizations. COTC prides itself on its faculty and staff, its ability to work with students, and its state of the art facilities.

Academics

 Central Ohio Technical College offers over 50 degree and certificate programs for transfer or career. COTC focuses on fast growing fields of study, and provides state of the art facilities and education to ensure that its students are qualified whether they transfer to a four year institution or choose to enter the work force after program completion.

Some programs offered include:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Mathematics
• Information Technology
• Nursing
• Criminal Justice Technology
• Forensic Science Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in attending the Central Ohio Technical College should create an online profile at the COTC website followed by submitting the online application. Those applying should have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age.

COTC provides financial aid to qualifying individuals. For more information on how to determine eligibility and what types of aid are available students are encouraged to contact the financial aid office.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. COTC 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

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