Florida Gateway College LPN Program in Lake City, FL

The LPN program at Florida Gateway College provides students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel as Licensed Practical Nurses. This program is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions in the healthcare field, focusing on patient-centered care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Students will learn to perform a variety of nursing tasks, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians. The curriculum typically encompasses a range of subjects, from foundational sciences like anatomy and physiology to specialized nursing topics such as medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology, and geriatric care. The program usually includes hands-on clinical experiences in local healthcare facilities, offering students valuable opportunities to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Upon successful completion of the program and passing the NCLEX-PN examination, graduates will be eligible to work as LPNs in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare settings. The duration of the LPN program is typically around 12-18 months, providing a focused and efficient pathway to a rewarding career in nursing.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Florida Gateway 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.