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This program is designed to train individuals for a career as a practical nurse. Students who complete our 证书 of Practical Nursing will have the academic foundation needed to take the National Licensure Exam (NCLEX-PN) for licensure as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). LPNS provide basic care under the direction of registered nurses or physicians and enjoy employment in a variety of healthcare settings. VHCC PN Program is on conditional approval under certain terms and conditions from VA Board of Nursing.

We’re happy to help you along your journey of becoming a practical nurse! Licensed practical nurses (LPNS) are in high demand in a number of different roles and at a variety of healthcare facilities, 从医院, nursing homes and long-term care facilities to hospice care, rehab clinics and medical offices. 

1. 与我们的 健康好 教练. Your first step is making an appointment to meet with our health ready coach, Josh Greenwell. Josh will guide you in getting started and will help you with everything from completing the financial aid process to making sure you have all the tools you need to be well-prepared to take the TEAS. 
    
2. 申请tg反波胆足球平台. Please note, admission to the college is the first of two applications. This first step does not guarantee admittance to our practical nurse program. 
    
3. 完成 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). 需要FAFSA的帮助? We’re happy to walk you through the online application. Visit us in the Campus Connection Center of the ISC building or give us a call at 276-739-2438.
    
4. Complete any needed prerequisites. Not sure of the pre-requisites you need? 参见《tg反波胆足球平台》 检查表 所需要的一切. Use this 检查表 when you meet with our nurse ready coach!
    
5. 取 Test for Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). Admission to the practical nursing program requires a program percentile rank of at least 40th on the TEAS Practical Nursing Preadmission Test. 担心考试? Talk with your nurse ready coach. She’ll direct you to the tools to help you prepare.
    
6. 完成 Online VHCC Practical Nurse 程序应用程序*. After completing all of the steps above, you’re ready to apply for our practical nurse program! 

* 4月15日 is the early application deadline for priority admission to the practical nursing program. Applications submitted after this date will be considered according to remaining seats available until July 15th, 2024.