Licensed Practical Nursing
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*The Licensed Practical Nursing Program at Delaware Skills Center is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 404-975-5000 www.acenursing.org |
Overview:
This rigorous 10-month (44 weeks/1,655 instructional hours) training course provides individuals with necessary theory, skills lab, and clinical experience to take the NCLEX-PN or Licensed Practical Nurses exam. State and Nationally accredited, our Practical Nursing program provides an opportunity for the students to successfully study and learn the course requirements in preparation for the Delaware State Board of Nursing Licensure Examination.
The curriculum provides an opportunity for students to successfully learn required nursing science and clinical skills. After passing the licensure examination, students will work full-time in the healthcare field as a Licensed Practical Nurse, providing bedside care to assigned patients. The program includes both classroom and clinical learning experiences in various nursing facilities in New Castle County.
Curriculum:
- Nursing Science and Theory
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making
- Medical Technology
- Pharmacology and Nursing Math
- Clinical Practice Experience
- Employability Skills
| School Year | Number of Graduates who took NCLEX-PN Exam | Number of Graduates Who Passed the NCLEX PN Exam on the First Attempt | Percentage who Passed the NCLEX-PN Exam on the First Attempt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 37 | 34 | 91.89% |
| 2020 | 33 | 26 | 78.79% |
| 2021 | 46 | 42 | 91.3% |
| 2022 | 36 | 35 | 97.2% |
Application Process:
Due to the large applicant pool and popularity of this program, it is imperative that you follow the process below and meet ALL time sensitive deadlines in order to be considered for admission. Failure to do so, may result in forfeiture from the applicant pool. Please review the following information and follow these steps for consideration by the Admission Committee.
- Please complete the online application by clicking “Apply Now” button below.
- Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an auto generated email from Sylvia Nawrot, LPN Training Specialist, with information on what to do next. PLEASE READ THIS EMAIL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE STEPS OUTLINED FOR YOU.
- A non-refundable TEAS test fee, in the amount of $180.00, must be submitted prior to scheduling your TEAS Test. The Delaware Skills Center accepts Cashier's Checks and Money Orders for TEAS payments. You may also pay online with a Mastercard or Discover at www.paypams.com. Processing fees apply to all online payments. Please see our "Payments" tab on the home page. You will not be scheduled for the TEAS test until your test fee has been paid.
- After remitting your TEAS payment, please email Sylvia Nawrot, Training Specialist, to schedule your test at [email protected].
- To prepare for your TEAS test, you will need to create an account with ATI at www.atitesting.com. You will be prompted to create a username and password which will be needed on the day you test. Please save and bring this information on the day you test or you will not be able to take the test. You will receive your test score immediately upon completion of the test.
- The Admission Committee will offer interviews to applicants based on the evaluation of individual TEAS test scores.
Tuition and Fees:
- $180.00 non-refundable TEAS test fee payable with a cashier’s check, money order, or online at www.paypams.com. If using PayPams, please follow the steps outlined on the "Payments" page which can be accessed from the home page.
- Upon full acceptance, $320.00 will be due before new student orientation at the end of June. This fee includes background checks, drug screening, and supplies.
- Tuition for the LPN program is $13,300.00 for students who are not funded. Tuition options will be discussed during the interview process.
