Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District, a public institution located in Upton, MA, offers a one- to two-year certificate in Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. This certificate-level program is designed to prepare students to pass the NCLEX-PN examination and enter the workforce as licensed practical nurses in healthcare facilities such as long-term care, hospitals, and clinics.

The program falls under CIP code 51.3901 in the practical nursing field. As a public vocational school, Blackstone Valley provides career-focused training with an emphasis on clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, and nursing procedures. Students can expect hands-on training alongside classroom instruction in subjects such as medical-surgical care, pharmacology, and basic nursing practice, preparing them for immediate entry-level employment in nursing.