Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Southeastern Community College – West Burlington 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 Iowa colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Southeastern Community College – West Burlington

701 North C St, Indianola, IA

Southeastern Community College is an educational institution with roots deep in the local community.  With campuses in Burlington, Ft. Madison, and Keokuk, Iowa, SCC is educating Iowa! Offering a broad range of programs from TV Animation and Film to Welding and Graphic Communications, SCC is a great school for students seeking job certification or those wishing to earn an associate degree and transfer to a baccalaureate institution following graduation.

Of course, Southeastern students invest a good deal of time in the pursuit of knowledge. But everyone knows that well-rounded students do more than study. In order to keep their mental faculties sharp and primed, they need rest and recreation! SCC students interested in joining a campus club will be pleased with the cultural, academic, artistic, and social groups available to them.

Southeastern’s in-state and out-of-state tuition rates are extremely attractive, running literally thousands of dollars below U.S. college and university national averages.  Students who want a high-dollar education at a very attractive price will find SCC the smart choice. Those who need financial assistance can apply for financial aid and/or take advantage of Southeastern’s many scholarships.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southeastern Community College – West Burlington 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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 990
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $41730

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