Practical Nurse
Certificate
How Can We Help?
Division of Health Professions
In this program, you’ll gain comprehensive education in nursing, with both classroom learning and hands-on training that you can complete in less than two years as a full-time student. With a focus on providing quality care to ill, injured or recovering patients, you’ll build the skills to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Our curriculum is designed to prepare you for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®), ensuring you’re fully equipped for success.
As an LPN, you’ll work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities and home health environments, where you’ll assist in patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors. This certificate program is an ideal step for anyone looking to enter the healthcare field quickly, with the opportunity to advance your education and career by pursuing an associate degree.
What You Will Learn
- Administer medications safely and monitor patient responses.
- Perform focused physical assessments and document findings.
- Provide wound care and basic nursing treatments.
- Collaborate with registered nurses and healthcare teams to implement care plans
- Support patients' physical and emotional well-being across the life span
- Apply principles of pharmacology and infection control in clinical settings
- Practice leadership and accountability within the scope of practical nursing.
Program At a Glance
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Length of Program
3 semesters (full-time)
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Study Methods
In Person
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Title IV Financial Aid eligible
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Transfer Options Available
Pursue an associate degree in nursing. LPN completers qualify for LPN-ADN admission into Pima’s associate degree in nursing program.
- This program has additional admission requirements
Shape the Future of PN Education
As a PN student you can help improve the program by participating in the Student Nursing Association at Pima (SNAP). SNAP representatives are invited to attend monthly PN faculty meetings to share student concerns/comments, offer suggestions or ask questions. Plus, each cohort has a student representative who may attend monthly course meetings as concerns, comments or questions arise.
Support When You Need It
Not sure if this is the right path for you? Schedule an appointment with an advisor to:
- Discuss program options and pathways to a bachelor’s degree
- Learn about funding and financial aid
- Get personalized guidance to reach your goals
