Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program at Reading Area Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Reading, PA. The program falls within the practical nursing field (CIP 51.3901) and prepares students for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination and entry-level roles as licensed practical nurses in hospitals, nursing facilities, and community health settings.

Reading Area Community College offers a variety of related technical programs including Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management; Electrical and Power Transmission Installation; Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology; Machine Tool Technology; and Health Information/Medical Records Technology. Students in the LPN program can expect instruction in basic nursing skills, patient assessment, medication administration, and supervised clinical practice.