Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Lake Land 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 Illinois colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program at Lake Land College is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission for more than 53 years.

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Lake Land College

1905 W. Field Court, Lake Forest, IL

Lake Land College (LLC) is found in Mattoon, Illinois, a city with a population of 18,555 and famous for its railroads. The city holds a number of different events and activities every year, including Bagelfest every July, which brings a large fair. Mattoon is also known as the “Bagel capital of the world, with Lender’s Bagels company making itself at home about 25 years ago.

Lake Land College provides a wide variety of academic options as a community college. As a student at Lake Land College, you can earn a two year associate’s degree as well as a number of different certification programs. Enrollment at the college stood at 20,003 this year, and in 2012, the total cost of tuition for in state residents was $5,949. For out of state students, that number just about doubled to $10,814, which makes it a less appealing option for students who are trying to get an associate’s degree on a budget. However, the options offered by LLC remain intriguing. Its vocational training offers some of the following possible majors:

• Math and Science
• Allied Health
• Agriculture
• Humanities
• Communications
• Social Science
• Technology
• Education

For those interested in attending Lake Land College, the college offers financial aid in the form of federal loans, grants, work study, and merit scholarships. The scholarship application can be found on the school’s website, along with the traditional admissions application.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 9
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $51310
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $41380
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 940
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $50130

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