Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program at Herkimer County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a one- to two-year credential offered at this public institution in Herkimer, NY. The program is part of the practical nursing field (CIP 51.3901) and is designed to prepare students with the clinical skills, medical knowledge, and patient care competencies required to seek licensure as a practical nurse through the NCLEX-PN examination.

As a BOCES-affiliated practical nursing program, this offering focuses specifically on preparing students for entry-level nursing roles in hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health, and other healthcare settings. The curriculum typically integrates classroom instruction with supervised clinical placements, allowing students to develop hands-on experience in patient assessment, medication administration, and care planning under the direction of licensed nursing faculty.