PRACTICAL NURSING

Unlock a transformative path towards becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and make a meaningful difference in the world of healthcare. This class offers comprehensive education in principles of healthcare, illness prevention, and health restoration, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the competitive nursing field and pursue a rewarding career dedicated to compassionate patient care. Adults only.

YOUR NURSING CAREER STARTS HERE

Practical Nursing is the practice of nursing under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or dentist.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides care based on the knowledge and application of principles and skills in the prevention of illness and the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.

Once licensed, employment opportunities for LPNs in the health care industry are found in hospitals, home health, doctors’ offices, long-term care facilities, and various health care agencies.

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This career program is divided into three levels:

  • Level I is devoted to teaching basic sciences and basic patient care.
  • Level II prepares you to perform advanced nursing skills along with medication administration.
  • Level III then focuses on obstetrical nursing and disease processes.

The course includes classroom instruction and clinical experience in area health care facilities.

Practice your skills on a SimMan before you work on a human. State-of-the-art mannequin exhibits symptoms and ailments and can even breathe, vomit, urinate, have a bowel movement or have a baby.

Questions?

Email chet.cundiff@centraltech.edu

“Great PN class, instructors, and curriculum! Students are prepared once completing the PN program.”

UPCOMING DATES:

  • Applications Open 5/1/24
  • Applications Close 6/21/24
  • Orientation 7/24/24
  • Class Begins 8/21/24
Central Tech Practical Nursing students in class

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Details

Accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, Central Tech currently has a 92.96% NCLEX pass rate (5-year average)!

Get a copy of our Practical Nursing Handbook (subject to change).

Areas of Study

  • Core Medical Terminology
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Long Term Care Certified Nurse Aide
  • Intro to Nursing
  • Fundamentals of Nursing
  • Clinical I Basic Nursing
  • Pharmacology & Intravenous Therapy Skills
  • Medical Surgical Nursing I & II
  • Clinical II Medical Surgical Nursing (Part I)
  • Clinical III Medical Surgical Nursing (Part II)
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Maternal/Newborn Nursing
  • Clinical IV Transition to Practice
  • Mental Health Nursing

Potential Career Path

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JOB DEMAND & PAY

Licensed Practical Nurses make a median salary of $59,730 annually.

TEAS TESTING

To schedule an assessment please call 918.227.9264. Testing is $80 for the first time and $50 to retake.

AVAILABLE CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSE

May require additional fees.

QUICK FACTS

  • Students: Adult Only
  • Campus: Drumright
  • Times: Options available – call for details

FINANCIAL AID

Ask about Financial Aid and Scholarship availability.

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