Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate Program
at Hostos Community College
New York City Catalog
About
The Certificate Program in Practical Nursing addresses the need for an alternative career option in the Allied Health Sciences. After completion of all the pre-requisite courses, and then placing above the National Average in the ATI TEAS, the two-semester LPN course of study at Hostos Community College provides the successful graduate, who passes the NCLEX-PN Exam, with marketable skills as a Licensed Practical Nurse within one calendar year.
Takes
16 Months
Costs
$7.2k
Leads to
$54.6k careers
Example Career
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
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.
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Hourly Wage
$40,490
$54,620
$72,650
$19.47
$26.26
$34.93
What skills and credentials will I gain?
The framework for the Certificate Program in Practical Nursing embodies basic needs, selected components of the nursing process, and the skills that are needed to practice as a member of the health care team. Students learn to deliver nursing care to patients of all age groups in a variety of settings, under the direct guidance and supervision of qualified professional nurse instructors. The Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate program is accredited by the New York State Education Department.
Admissions
All students must meet eligibility requirement for admission into the nursing program. Selection takes place during the spring semester. A minimum grade point average of 2.75 and a minimum passing score on the ATI TEAS examination are necessary to be eligible for the program.
Contact
Who do I contact?
Hostos Community College
500 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10451