Iowa Lakes Community College LPN Program in Estherville, IA

The LPN program at Iowa Lakes Community College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as a Licensed Practical Nurse. This program typically covers a comprehensive curriculum, including foundational nursing skills, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and specialized areas such as medical-surgical, maternal-newborn, and pediatric nursing. Students can expect to participate in hands-on clinical experiences at local healthcare facilities, giving them the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings. The program also emphasizes the importance of patient care, communication, and critical thinking. With instruction from qualified nursing faculty and access to state-of-the-art simulation labs, graduates are well-prepared to pass the NCLEX-PN exam and enter the workforce as competent and caring LPNs. The duration of the program is generally around one year, and graduates find employment in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and home health agencies. Some graduates may choose to continue their education and pursue an RN degree, and this LPN program can serve as an important first step on that path.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Iowa Lakes Community 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.