Earn your Practical Nursing diploma in as little as 12 months
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Our Practical Nursing program empowers you to step confidently into a meaningful healthcare career by preparing you for the NCLEX-PN and giving you the hands-on skills needed to thrive as a Licensed Practical Nurse. In as little as 12 months, you’ll train through immersive simulations, lab work, and real clinical experiences that mirror the fast-paced demands of today’s medical offices, clinics, hospitals, and long-term care settings. You’ll build essential competencies in patient monitoring, medication administration, IV therapy, and patient education while developing the critical thinking and clinical judgment that define exceptional LPNs. With coursework spanning nursing fundamentals, pediatrics, maternal and newborn care, medical-surgical concepts, and the transition into professional practice, you’ll graduate fully prepared to make an immediate and lasting impact in the field.
Our curriculum combines career-ready skills, strong clinical judgment, and culturally informed care to prepare you for the real-world demands of practical nursing.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PVN110: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing I | 3 |
| PVN112: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab I | 1 |
| PVN130: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing II | 2 |
| PVN132: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab II | 1 |
| PVN140: Fundamental of Caring Practical Nursing Clinical I | 1.5 |
| PVN136: Pharmacology for Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN152: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing I | 3 |
| PVN154: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab I | 1 |
| PVN158: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Clinical I | 2 |
| PVN146: Pharmacology for Caring Practical Nursing II | 2 |
| PVN162: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing II | 3 |
| PVN164: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab II | 1 |
| PVN168: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Clinical II | 2 |
| PVN250: Mental Health Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN252: Mental Health Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 0.5 |
| PVN226: Maternal/Newborn Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN228: Maternal/Newborn Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab | 0.5 |
| PVN230: Maternal/Newborn Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 0.5 |
| PVN232: Professional Caring Practical Nursing 1 | 1 |
| PVN236: Pediatric Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN238: Pediatric Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab | 0.5 |
| PVN240: Pediatric Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 0.5 |
| PVN256: Professional Caring Practical Nursing II | 1 |
| PVN262: Professional Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab | 1 |
| PVN 264: Professional Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BIO200 – Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO200L – Anatomy & Physiology I Lab | 1 |
| BIO215 – Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 |
| BIO215L – Anatomy & Physiology II Lab | 1 |
Build your confidence for exam day with NCLEX-PN preparation woven throughout the Provo College PN program. From guided study tools and practice exams to personalized coaching from dedicated instructors, you’ll receive the support you need to strengthen your knowledge and succeed on your first attempt.
Students engage with immersive virtual reality experiences that simulate real patient scenarios, allowing them to practice clinical decision-making, prioritize care, and respond to a range of patient conditions in a safe, controlled environment. These interactive tools complement classroom instruction, reinforce key concepts, and help students build confidence before transitioning into clinical settings.
Simulation and skills labs are equipped with industry-standard tools and high-fidelity manikins that replicate real patient responses. Under the guidance of experienced faculty, students practice essential nursing techniques such as patient assessment, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring, gaining hands-on experience that prepares them for real-world patient care.
Nursing continues to be one of the most in-demand and impactful career paths, with employment of registered nurses projected to grow and generate about 189,100 job openings each year as of August 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Licensed Practical Nurses play a vital role in this growing landscape, working closely with RNs and physicians to deliver essential, compassionate care. LPNs assess and monitor patients, report adverse reactions, collect health histories, and support individuals through every stage of treatment, making them indispensable members of the healthcare team. One of the greatest advantages of becoming an LPN is the ability to enter the workforce sooner; Practical Nursing requires less time in school than many other nursing pathways, yet still offers strong job stability and competitive pay.
According to the BLS, as of August 2025, employment for LPNs is projected to grow 3 percent by 2034, with a mean annual salary of $64,150* as of May 2024. And when you’re ready to advance further, you can seamlessly continue your education through the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Provo College. In many ways, Practical Nursing offers the best of both worlds: a fast track into a meaningful healthcare career and a solid foundation for long-term growth.
Tuition at Provo College varies by campus and program schedule. Your Admissions Representative will guide you through the full cost breakdown, available financial aid options, and any additional fees before you apply.
Provo College offers several types of financial aid for those who qualify, including scholarships, federal grants, and student loans. Our Financial Aid team will help you explore every resource available to support your education.
Yes. Provo College provides flexible payment plans to help make your Practical Nursing education more accessible and affordable.
Students have access to a wide range of support services, including academic tutoring, financial counseling, and career placement assistance to help you transition confidently into the workforce.
We encourage you to complete the FAFSA as early as possible—ideally before your program start date—to maximize your eligibility for financial assistance.
Provo College reviews transcripts from accredited institutions to determine whether previous coursework may be applied toward Practical Nursing program requirements.
Simply submit your official transcripts for a complimentary evaluation. Our Admissions team will review them and provide a clear summary of any eligible transfer credits.
Often, yes. Credits earned at Eagle Gate College or Unitek College may transfer to Provo College depending on course equivalency within the Unitek Learning network. Transferability of credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution.
If you have completed relevant vocational or nursing coursework, you may qualify to transfer credits or waive certain requirements based on course equivalency and recency.
Applicants must provide proof of high school completion or equivalent, meet the prior education requirement, pass a background check, and participate in an interview with the Program Director before beginning clinical training.
No prior healthcare experience is required. The Practical Nursing program at Provo College is designed for students entering the field for the first time.
No. There is no application fee to apply, and your Admissions Representative can guide you through the next steps.
Yes. Provo College offers a blended learning structure that combines hybrid coursework with on-campus labs and supervised clinical rotations.
Most students complete the Practical Nursing program in as little as 12 months, depending on campus scheduling and availability.
PN students receive extensive support, including faculty coaching, academic tutoring, and NCLEX-PN preparation tools across core subjects such as fundamentals, pharmacology, pediatrics, maternal health, gerontology, and medical-surgical nursing.
The fastest path is to complete an approved Practical Nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN. At Provo College, students can earn their PN diploma in as little as 12 months. Click here to review our PN licensure disclosure.
Licensed Practical Nurses provide essential hands-on care under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians across hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and home health settings.
Provo College PN students complete supervised clinical rotations in active healthcare environments, gaining real-world experience in patient assessments, vital signs, medication administration, and common nursing procedures.
Graduates can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, physicians’ offices, and home health environments. Some LPNs choose to specialize in areas such as pediatrics or geriatrics.
These titles refer to the same role, but terminology varies by state. Utah, where Provo College operates, uses the title LPN.
The Practical Nursing program at Provo College includes built-in NCLEX-PN preparation through review modules, practice assessments, and personalized guidance from faculty to support your success.
According to the BLS, as of August 2025, employment for LPNs is projected to grow 3 percent from 2024 to 2034.
Yes. LPNs enjoy steady wages and opportunities to increase earnings through experience, specialization, or continued education, with a mean annual wage of $64,150* as of May 2024.
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The Practical nursing program at Provo College is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
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The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Practical nursing program is Initial Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.
*These placement rates are based on program-specific and campus-specific data reported to our institutional accreditor(s) in 2024. While the figures shown here are not separately reported to our accreditor, they are derived from those outcomes. For full details by program and campus, please visit our Disclosures page.
*Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program (accessed on 3/17/2026).
