Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Vernon 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 Texas colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

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Vernon College (VRJC)

8401 N 10th St, McAllen, TX

About
Vernon College is located in Vernon, Texas.  It is a public two-year higher education institution.  VC was founded in 1972 through the passing of a vote in 1970 by residents of Wilbarger County. The school has expanded steadily since its founding, adding additional programs, facilities and athletics.

Additionally, the school maintains the Red River Valley Museum which offers exhibits and information on local history dating as far back as the prehistoric age. Originally known as Vernon Regional Junior College, the school changed its name in 2001, to better reflect the school expanded role in the community.

Academics
Vernon College offers a number of programs that allow students to pursue academic transfer or receive a career oriented education for the purposes of employment. Academic transfer provides students with a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to a four year institution to continue that education and earn a bachelor's degree.

Technical and career training programs provide students with the skills and education necessary to enter the workforce in a given industry or field. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree.

Programs offered include:

• Computer Programming
• Cosmetology
• Early Childhood Education
• Nursing
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid
Vernon College is an open enrollment institution, and as such allows any student interested in enrollment to do so through the submission of an application, payment of fees, and providing of previous transcripts and test scores. Students are encouraged to participate in orientation and to meet with a counselor prior to registration.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships, which are awarded based on need as determined by the applicants Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Aid must be reapplied 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. Vernon 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

• McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $45070

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