Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies 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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Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies

8250 W Bellfort, Houston, TX

About

The Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies, located Weslaco, Texas, was founded in 1992 by Professor Andrew Leonie. The school opened its doors to its initial class of 12 students. The school is non-sectarian, though it does adhere to its Seventh Day Adventist roots in its belief of developing the whole person. The school offers career education in nursing and other allied health care fields.

Academics

The school offers a number of programs in allied health care professions. These programs will prepare individuals for state certification exams if necessary, as well as immediate employment in their give field after program completion. The length of the programs varies based on complexity of the field of study.

Some programs offered:

• Medical Assistant
• Nursing
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Insurance Coding
• Nurse Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in attending Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies should contact the school via website to begin the admissions process. Financial Aid is available to qualified students. To determine eligibility students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once submitted and processed, the Student Aid Report provided will help determine if an individual qualifies for any aid awards.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies 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

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 13
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $49830

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