Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate at Tyler Junior College is a one- to two-year certificate program at this public institution in Tyler, TX. Under CIP code 51.3901, the program is part of the practical nursing field and prepares students for LPN or LVN licensure, covering clinical nursing skills, medication administration, and basic patient care techniques used in hospital and long-term care environments.

Tyler Junior College situates this program within a comprehensive allied health offering that includes Physical Therapy Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Surgical Technology/Technologist, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse certificates. The LPN/LVN certificate provides a shorter pathway into nursing practice compared to the college's registered nursing options. A System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management certificate is also available for students pursuing careers in information technology.