Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Centra College of Nursing 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 Virginia colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program at Lynchburg is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission for more than 30 years.

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Centra College of Nursing (Lynchburg)

1501 Lakeside Dr, Lynchburg, VA

Centra College of Nursing is one of three schools housed at Lynchburg General Hospital in Lynchburg, Virginia. Committed to providing excellent care to everyone—individuals, families, and patients, Centra College of Nursing states that graduates will learn the best practices, using critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Centra College of Nursing offers two degree programs:

• Associate Degree in Nursing Program (ADN)
• Practical Nurse Program

The Associate Degree in Nursing program is a 5-semester educational program, and students are only admitted twice a year—in August and January. Clinical experiences are provided at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital, with a host of other agencies used as clinical sites. Application deadlines are May 1^st for August classes and September 1^st for January classes.

The Practical Nurse Program is a 12-month program accepting students once a year—in January. Their clinicals are also performed at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital. Application deadlines are July 1^st for January classes.

The Associate Degree in Nursing Program is $19,870 if completing the program within the normal amount of time. The Practical Nurse Program runs $8,827. Typical costs for books and supplies, as well as room and board are $2850 for Associate Degree in Nursing and $1962 for Practical Nurse.

Financial Aid information is available upon request by contacting the Coordinator on Financial Aid/Enrollment at (434) 200-7033.  Request a Centra College of Nursing Application Packet today via their website or this degree portal.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

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

• Lynchburg, VA
  • Total Employment: 700
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $38060

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