Delaware County Technical School-Practical Nursing Program

Delaware County Technical School-Practical Nursing Program is a public vocational institution located in Broomall, Pennsylvania, in a large suburban area west of Philadelphia. The school focuses exclusively on Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN) training, preparing students for NCLEX-PN licensure and entry-level nursing careers in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home health settings.

The institution reported a total enrollment of 138 students, a completion rate of 76%, and a retention rate of 95% (IPEDS 2023). With a quality score of 69.67/100, the school demonstrates strong student retention, with 95% of enrolled students continuing through the program. As a public institution, it offers an affordable pathway into nursing compared to private training programs in the Philadelphia metropolitan area.

Located in Delaware County, the school draws students from across the western Philadelphia suburbs. Its single-program focus allows the institution to dedicate all instructional resources to practical nursing education, including classroom instruction and supervised clinical rotations. Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN examination and enter the nursing workforce, addressing ongoing demand for licensed practical nurses in Pennsylvania's healthcare sector.