Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Denmark 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 South Carolina colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Denmark Technical College (DTC)

580 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC

Affordable quality education with the latest technology, it’s in Denmark Technical College “Where great things are happening!”

Denmark Tech is a comprehensive 2-year technical college with academic programs designed to fulfill the professional, occupational, and public service needs of its community. It is the only technical college in South Carolina with on-campus housing.

Located in Denmark, the college serves an estimated 2,000 students in its 53-acre beautifully landscaped land. It serves the residents of Bamberg, Barnwell and Allendale Counties as well as students through the state.

With its open admission, you and other individuals of diverse educational and socioeconomic background can enroll to its offering of associate degrees, transfer degrees, and certificates. DTC offers these programs with small class sizes, technology integration, engaging classroom setting, and personal attention under its outstanding faculty. It also provides training to business through collaborative partnerships and resource allocation.

Quality instruction is guaranteed as there are advisory committees who will evaluate and create effective instructional programs. The members of the committees are representatives in the business, government, health and other industries.

Take part in its vibrant campus life of socio-cultural events, athletics and active student organizations. It recognizes the need for a balanced approach to learning.

The school can assist you in the areas of orientation, testing, tutoring, academic advising, career planning, summer internships and job placement. These DTC activities and services complement its academic goals thus enhancing your overall educational experience.

Denmark Technical College can give you the affordability, quality, accessibility and individualized services you are looking for.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DTC has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Spartanburg, SC
  • Total Employment: 590
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $40300

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