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Practical Nursing, Diploma

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Get Started in the Nursing Profession

There has never been a more positive outlook for career options and earnings in the field of nursing than today – with an equally bright outlook ahead. Our Practical Nursing diploma* program prepares you for nursing licensures, certifications and professional registrations. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics(BLS)reported in 2012 that Michigan wages for LPNs ranged from $40,842 to $42,438. BLS data also projects that LPN positions will grow 22% between now and 2020.

Davenport’s LPN diploma offers:

  • Valuable internship and practicum experiences
  • Complete credit transfer for advanced nursing degrees

Your LPN diploma sets the stage to pursue an advanced nursing degree or for immediate post-graduation placement in entry level positions, such as: 

  • Private physician practices 
  • Extended care and nursing care facilities
  • Rehab facilities 
  • Private home care 
  • Hospitals
  • Urgent care centers

With an LPN diploma, you’ll be qualified to manage responsibilities including: 

  • Monitoring patient vital signs 
  • Administering basic care such as wound management 
  • Perform patient care measures (such as bathing, bandages, ambulatory assistance, etc.)  

Our curriculum is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission, Inc.

*See information [2] about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information.

In-Demand Careers (to Grow with!)

The Licensed Practical Nursing diploma is just one of our options. We offer a full range of nursing degrees. If you aren't sure which nursing credentials are right for you, just ask one of our advisors. Whichever program you choose, your future is bright!  As a DU nursing student, you will:

  • Learn from clinical specialists who are experts in the nursing field
  • Practice skills on state-of-the-art simulation mannequins and technical equipment
  • Learn in a culturally sensitive, holistic environment 
  • Focus on delivering quality and safe patient-centered care
  • Prepare for NCLEX Licensing exam (DU pass rates outscore the national average)
  • Learn in a variety of dynamic clinical settings

The DU Advantage

  • Courses available online and in classroom
  • Low student-to-faculty ratio
  • One-on-one relationships with faculty
  • Faculty members who are working professionals in the fields they teach
  • High-quality coursework
  • Specializing in careers of the future
  • Online best practice
  • State-of-the-art technology and support


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Full Curriculum

DIPLOMA  •  46 CREDITS  •  NURS DIPL

The Practical Nursing program at Davenport University is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. The Practical Nursing program is designed to prepare the graduate at the diploma level with the skill and knowledge necessary to function in the role of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The LPN uses the nursing process to meet the needs of patients in all age groupings.  The LPN graduate will also use effective communication with members of the health care team, provide appropriate health teaching and serve as an advocate for both patient and families.

 

**Which class should I take? When should I take it?  Please click here [3] for a recommended program sequence.

Foundations of Excellence 17 cr.
BIOL115 [4] Anatomy and Physiology with Human Disease I 4 cr.
BIOL116 [4] Anatomy and Physiology with Human Disease II 4 cr.
ENGL109 [4] Composition 3 cr.
MATH125 [4] Intermediate Algebra 3 cr.
PSYC101 [4] Introductory Psychology 3 cr.
Foundations of Health Professions 1 cr.
HLTH101S [4] Introduction to Health Careers Seminar 1 cr.
Major 28 cr.
NURS101 [4] Foundations of Nursing and Critical Thinking 3 cr.
NURS101C [4] Foundations of Nursing and Critical Thinking Clinical 2 cr.
NURS125 [4] Pharmacology I 2 cr.
NURS126 [4] Pharmacology II 2 cr.
NURS135 [4] Nutrition in Nursing 2 cr.
NURS144 [4] Nursing of Adults 4 cr.
NURS144C [4] Nursing of Adults Clinical 4 cr.
NURS165 [4] Maternal and Child Nursing 3 cr.
NURS165C [4] Maternal and Child Nursing Clinical 1 cr.
NURS175 [4] Geriatrics and Mental Health 3 cr.
NURS195 [4] Practical Nursing Leader and Manager Capstone 3 cr.

Gainful Employment Disclosure

Related Jobs Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics Standard Occupational Classification code
 
29-2061.00 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses [5]
Cost of Education    
  Tuition and Fees [6] * $25,991
  Books and Supplies $2,742
  Room and Board Not Applicable
Median Loan Debt    
  Federal Loans $25,375
  Private Education Loans 0
  Institution Financing Plan 0
Normal Completion Time   18 Months
 On-time Graduation Rate**
   100%
Placement Rate   77%

* Total cost of completion based on 2012-13 published rates.

** Represents graduates between July 2011 through June 2012 who attended on a full-time basis and completed within the standard timeframe.

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Links:
[1] http://www.davenport.edu/office-admissions/apply-now
[2] http://www.davenport.edu/gainful-employment.
[3] http://resources.davenport.edu/Portals/0/Registrar/ProgramRotations/CollegeOfHealth/2013-2014/NursDipl_ProgramSequence_2013-2014_JLH.pdf
[4] http://www.davenport.edu/
[5] http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2061.00
[6] http://www.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees