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Practical Nursing Certificate
Practical Nursing Certificate
at Kaskaskia College
St. Louis Catalog
KC’s Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program has prepared over 1,296 LPNs since 1980 for a career in healthcare. In just 11 months, students can start their career in a variety of settings, including hospitals, long-term care settings, doctor's offices, outpatient clinics, home health, or hospice. KC's program features:
- New students admitted twice per year
- State-of-the-art simulation lab
- Board exam pass rates above state and national average This is a three-semester program leading to a certificate. The graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Graduates who pass the exam may apply to become Licensed Practical Nurses. LPNs work in a variety of healthcare settings, providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. The current 2023 NCLEX-PN pass rate is 100%.
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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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$47,900
$60,050
$74,300
$23.03
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$35.72
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