Emerald Coast Technical College LPN Program in Defuniak Springs, FL

The LPN program at Emerald Coast Technical College prepares students for a rewarding career as a Licensed Practical Nurse. This comprehensive program provides a blend of classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and real-world clinical experiences. Students learn essential nursing skills, including patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and basic life support. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, from anatomy and physiology to pharmacology and medical-surgical nursing. Emphasis is placed on providing safe and effective patient care across the lifespan. Clinical rotations are typically conducted at local hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities, allowing students to apply their knowledge and develop essential clinical skills under the supervision of experienced nurses. The program is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the NCLEX-PN exam and enter the workforce as competent and compassionate LPNs. Typical career paths include working in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and home healthcare agencies. Upon successful completion of the program and passing the NCLEX-PN, graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as an LPN.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Emerald Coast Technical College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.