Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program at Bismarck State College is a one- to two-year certificate-level program at this public institution in Bismarck, ND. Classified under CIP code 51.3901 in the practical nursing field, the program trains students in fundamental nursing skills to prepare for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination and entry-level roles in hospitals, nursing homes, and other care facilities.

Bismarck State College offers a variety of related programs across health and technical fields, including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Surgical Technology/Technologist at the two- to four-year certificate level, as well as Industrial Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Welding Technology/Welder at the one- to two-year certificate level. Students in this LPN program can expect coursework and clinical practice covering basic patient care, medication administration, and foundational nursing procedures.