Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville is a one-to-two-year credential offered at this public institution in Shelbyville, TN. The program falls within the practical nursing field (CIP 51.3901) and prepares students for licensure as practical or vocational nurses, covering clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, pharmacology, and related nursing competencies.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville supports students across a broad set of technical disciplines. Related programs available at the school include Electrician, Welding Technology/Welder, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician. The nursing program provides a direct pathway toward entry-level clinical employment, and graduates are typically eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination.