Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate at Des Moines Area Community College is a one-to-two-year program in the practical nursing field (CIP 51.3901), offered at this public institution in Ankeny, IA. The program prepares students to provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, covering clinical skills, pharmacology, and patient assessment in preparation for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam.

This nursing credential is one of several health and technical programs offered at Des Moines Area Community College. Related programs at the school include Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Animation and Interactive Technology, Network and System Administration/Administrator, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, and Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General.