Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Itasca Community 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 Minnesota colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Itasca Community College (IHCC)

2500 80th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN

About
Itasca Community College, located in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, was founded in 1922. The school is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and in 2010 was named the fifth best community college in the United States by the Washington Monthly. The school maintains global ties, utilizing exchange programs to maintain those ties. The school is dedicated to providing the best education possible for its students, constantly reviewing programs, facilities and services and updating them as needed in order to ensure they are relevant for current and future students.

Academics
As a comprehensive community college ICC offers a number of programs that allow students to pursue academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs complete the first two years of a four year education followed by applying for transfer to a four year college or university to complete the final two years and earn their bachelor's degree.Career training programs provide education in a specific, typically high demand industry or field and allows the student to enter the workforce as a qualified professional upon completion. Programs typically take between one and two years to complete, resulting in an associate degree, certificate or diploma upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Practical Nursing
• Engineering
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students who plan to enroll at ICC may do so by submitting a completed application for admission and paying all associated fees to the school. Students should supply all previous transcripts and standardized  test scores. Additionally, students may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration to determine the level of general education courses required. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships that are awarded based on need. Student need is determined by information provided in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the applicant. Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 9
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $44560

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