Transform Nurses Week into Nurses Year by Becoming an LPN in One Year

While National Nurses Week recognizes nurses across the United States annually in early May, one year of your life can transform nurse appreciation into a lifetime of opportunity by becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Begin your journey with Delaware County Technical School’s (DCTS) Practical Nursing Program Virtual Open House on Wednesday, June 1 at 5 p.m. Join to hear from instructors and representatives from local healthcare facilities to learn more about DCTS’ unique approach to education, career opportunities and why becoming an LPN is so rewarding. You'll also hear testimonials from current and former students recounting standout moments from their time in the program, followed by a Q&A session.

In just under one year, students learn skills inside the classroom and clinical rotations that set them up for success in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, ambulatory care, hospitals, community health centers, mental health facilities, pediatric settings and urgent care centers.

“Within about 11-12 months, a student graduating from this program is eligible to sit for the NCLEX LPN Test and then work as an LPN,” said DCTS’ LPN Program Supervisor Kate McNamara.

DCTS’ LPN program was recognized in 2020 by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce as the single-best higher education program in Pennsylvania based on a 10-year net value, and is ACEN Accredited for maintaining a 90 percent job placement rate.

"We are committed to educating the next generation of practical nurses, preparing them for their licensing exams and providing hands-on clinical experiences,” said McNamara.

The program is open to those of any background over the age of 18 — somebody re-entering the workforce, parents looking to go back to school, other healthcare professionals (CNAs, EMTs) seeking career advancement.

McNamara says that finding an LPN position upon graduation and completion of the NCLEX LPN Test likely won’t be a long, arduous process as a result of nursing shortages.

"We receive calls from healthcare facilities requesting LPNs who graduate from our program daily,” said McNamara.

To sign up for the Open House (which is being held on Zoom), or to learn more about the LPN program, visit www.dciu.org/lpn.

To read about the program's Simulation Lab, visit https://patch.com/pennsylvania...