Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Kauai 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 Hawaii colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Kauai Community College (Kauai CC)

4303 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI

Kauai Community College, located in Lihue, Hawaii, is one of the ten institutions that comprise the University of Hawaii System of schools. The school provides a variety of programs and services, including job placement assistance for individuals seeking career training programs. The school Is dedicated to providing quality education for residents of its service area, and as a result is constantly reviewing facilities, programs and services to ensure that they meet and exceed the needs of current and future students.

Academics

Individuals attending Kauai Community College will be able to choose from programs that allow for academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs allow students to pursue the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to four year institutions to continue their education. Career training programs provide education and skill development in high demand industries or fields with the purpose of preparing the student for long term employment upon completion of the program.

Programs offered:

• Accounting
• Carpentry
• Nursing
• Liberal Arts
• Auto Mechanics Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Any person interested in attending KCC may do so by submitting a completed application, paying all fees, and submitting transcripts and test scores if available. The school's open enrollment policy requires that students be at least eighteen years of age or have a high school diploma. Students may be required to take a placement exam for certain programs. Participation in new student orientation and meeting with a counselor is encouraged.  Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and are awarded based on need as determined by a student's completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid  (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

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

• Urban Honolulu, HI
  • Total Employment: 760
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $48570

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