Practical Nursing Program (LPN)
Adult Education Course – 1160 Hours
Plattsburgh Campus
Classroom, lab practice, lab simulations, job shadowing and clinical experiences are integral parts of the NYSED accredited licensure program. Students receive preparation for the NYS licensure and entering the health field for Practical Nursing. This program is a excellent start for continuing in a postgraduate health profession career pathway. Students gain the skills and knowledge that will allow them to deliver safe, effective nursing care, working in partnership with Registered Nurses and other health care team members. This is a 1160-hour licensure preparation adult only program.
Course of Study
Role of the LPN
Safety in the Healthcare Setting
First Aid and CPR
Infection Control
Issues and Ethics
- Confidentiality
- HIPAA Regulations
Medical Terminology
Medical Abbreviations
LPN Skills
- Patient Care
- Data Collection
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Monitoring
Courses
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Human Body
- Nutrition
- Mental Health Nursing
- Maternal and Child Nursing
Clinical Experiences
Shadowing Experiences
Career Preparation
Portfolio Development
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Program Highlights
- First Aid & CPR
- Issues & Ethics
- Human Body
- Nutrition
- Medical/Surgical Nursing
- Skills for the Practical Nurse: including client care, data collection, wound care, medication administration and monitoring
- Mental Health Nursing
- Maternal and Child Nursing
- Medical Terminology
- Infection-Control
- Medical Abbreviations
- Safety in the Health Care Environment
Career Connections
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- With Further Education: Registered Nurse, Radiology Technician and Surgical Technologist
Articulation Agreements
- SUNY Canton
- Clinton Community College
- North Country Community College
Certifications
- NYS License as Practical Nurse
Important Info
Class Brochure - View Download
2025-26 LPN Application Packet - View Download
LPN Student Handbook - Explore Options
Financial Aid - Explore Options
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