Blue Cliff College

Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program

Blue Cliff College's Licensed Practical Nursing diploma program prepares students across cognitive, psychomotor, and behavioral learning domains for a career as a Practical Nurse. The curriculum is designed to build critical thinking and problem solving skills while addressing the legal, ethical, moral, and cultural dimensions of modern healthcare.

Program Length and Requirements

The LPN diploma program requires 90 quarter credit hours (1,714 contact hours) and typically takes 15 months to complete. Training includes both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical work.

Classroom coursework covers the foundational concepts essential to patient care, including relevant science and math (such as dosage calculations), medical terminology, computer skills, and more. Clinical work gives students real-world experience in healthcare settings.

Career Preparation

Graduates of the LPN program are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam and pursue entry-level positions in the healthcare industry.

Practical Nursing Certificate Program

Blue Cliff College's 12-month Practical Nursing Certificate program prepares students for entry-level nursing careers. Practical nurses play a key role in healthcare facilities, supporting physicians, registered nurses, and patients to keep daily operations running smoothly.

What Practical Nurses Do

Under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians, practical nurses provide a range of basic patient care services. Duties may include taking vitals and medical histories, drawing blood, inserting catheters, performing basic wound care, and providing comfort care such as assisting with eating, dressing, and bathing. Specific tasks may vary by state.

Program Length and Requirements

The program requires 980 credit hours (44 clock hours) and is completed over 12 months. Coursework covers all topics included in the National Council Licensure Examination for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (NCLEX-PN), preparing graduates to sit for the exam upon completion.