Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

The licensed practical nurse program at Trocaire 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 New York colleges that offer licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program at Trocaire College is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission for more than 21 years.

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Trocaire College (Trocaire)

500 7th Avenue, New York, NY

Trocaire College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Buffalo, New York, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at Trocaire exceeds a thousand annually.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Nursing
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Radiologic Technology
• Surgical Technologist

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Admission to Trocaire College is considered highly competitive, with only 30 percent of students who applied being admitted per year. More information from the admissions office can be found at trocaire.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $15,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.trocaire.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $52640
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $54600

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