Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program at River Parishes Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution located in Gonzales, LA. The program falls within the practical nursing field (CIP 51.3901) and prepares students with clinical and classroom training in patient care, medication administration, and nursing fundamentals required for LPN licensure.

River Parishes Community College also offers related programs including Instrumentation Technology/Technician, Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician General, Heating Air Conditioning Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Welding Technology/Welder. Students completing the practical nursing program are typically required to pass the NCLEX-PN examination to obtain licensure and begin working in healthcare facilities.