Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Oregon Coast 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 Arizona colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Oregon Coast Community College

19555 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ

If you are in need of an institution that will allow you to broaden your horizons through earning an associate degree, completing the first two years of a bachelor’s degree or are simply looking to complete courses to help you become gainfully employed, Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC) may be the right school for you.

OCCC is an institution for all ages and serves recent high school graduates, working individuals, and even retirees in three major locations; Newport, Lincoln City and Waldport along with other campuses scattered across the county. The OCCC community is one that supports diversity and offers a wide range of courses to facilitate its students.

With a population of over 1,500 students per year, the Oregon Coast Community College offers both credit and noncredit classes on either a full time or part time basis.

At OCCC, students who wish to transfer to a four year college are expected to complete the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) and the Oregon Transfer Module (OTM) degrees.   For students who wish to complete a baccalaureate in the area of business, there is The Associates of Science Oregon Transfer/Business (ASOT/Business) degree.

Upon completion of this degree program, students are able to register at Oregon’s Public University as juniors. It is good to note however, that completing this program does not mean immediate admissions to the business baccalaureate program of your choice.

Oregon Coast Community College extends its services by providing continuing education to the community. Courses are offered both online and in an interactive class setting. You may visit the school’s website at http://www.oregoncoastcc.org to learn all they have to offer.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oregon Coast Community College has offered the following program 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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $51210

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