Practical Nursing

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a vital part of the healthcare system and is responsible for providing patients with essential care.

Why this Program?

Complete the course in just 1 year

Job Security: Ohio is a leader in LPN job opportunities.

Competitive Wages: Median pay for LPNS is $46,240/year or $ 22.30 per hour.

Growth: This career path is expected to grow by 12% in the coming years.

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Healthcare Workers Are In High Demand

Program topics are specific to health care and provide over 400 hours of lab and clinical experience preparing students for entry-level employment as practical nurses. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam. 

Upper Valley Career Center Practical Nursing faculty is comprised of highly caring and qualified instructors. All nursing instructors are licensed by the State of Ohio Board of Nursing and are certified by the State Department of Education.

An LPN can work in many healthcare settings including:

  • Long Term Care Facilities

  • Memory Care Facilities

  • Private Homes

  • Clinics

  • Schools

  • Physicians offices

  • Hospice

  • Hospitals

Program Admission Requirements

Applicant must:

  1. Have a high school or state issued diploma.

  2. Pass required standards on pre-entrance test which evaluates math and reading skills.

  3. Complete the FAFSA and meet with Financial Aid.

Program Outline

Term 1

Term 2

Anatomy & Physiology I

Nursing Principles II

Nursing Principles I

Pharmacology III

Issues and Trends I

Maternal Child Nursing

Pharmacology I

Clinical (Maternal)

Mental Health Concepts

Clinical (Nursing Principles)

Pharmacology II

Medical Surgical Nursing I

Geriatrics

Pharmacology IV

Clinical (Geriatrics)

Clinical (Nursing Principles Community Health)

Term 3A

Term 3B

Medical Surgical Nursing II

Medical Surgical Nursing III

Pediatrics

Issues and Trends II

Clinical (Pediatrics)

Preceptorship

Clinical (Medical-Surgical)

Program Info

Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm

1356 Hours / $17,897*

*Cost includes books, uniforms, and lab fees and is subject to change.

Enrollment Process

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Board of Nursing

The Upper Valley Career Center Adult Division Practical Nursing Program has FULL Approval Status with the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Entry-Level Career Opportunities

  • Physician’s Office

  • Hospital

  • Nursing facilities

  • Home health care services

  • Military nursing

  • Travel nursing

  • Hospice

  • Urgent care

Advanced Career Opportunities

With advanced education, there are many career options in the healthcare field, including:

  • Registered Nurse

  • Labor and Delivery Nurse

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Nurse Practitioner

  • Midwife

  • Flight Nurse

  • Nurse Anesthetist

  • Nurse Educator

Graduation and Employment Rates

*based on ACCSC's Annual Report for 2024

School of Practical Nursing (Information represents the following Cohorts: April 2022 and October 2022

  • 38 Students Started / 26 Graduates / 68% Graduation Rate

  • 22 Graduates Employed In Field / 88% Employment Placement in Field 

Meet the Coordinator

Alycia Johnson
Student Services Coordinator  
johnsonalycia@uppervalleycc.org
937.778.1980 x 255

Health Science Center
8811 Career Drive
Piqua, Ohio 45356

Earn Professional Certifications

Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam, Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). Visit the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website for additional information- NCSBN Website.

Useful Links and Documents

All applicants of the Practical Nursing program are required to take the WorkKeys assessment and score a Level 5 or above to be considered for admission. This exam measures Reading, Locating Information and Mathematics skills. Click here to see sample test questions.