Hutchinson Community College LPN Program in Hutchinson, KS

The LPN program at Hutchinson Community College provides a comprehensive education for individuals seeking to become Licensed Practical Nurses. This program equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide basic nursing care to patients of all ages in a variety of healthcare settings. Students will learn essential nursing procedures, medication administration, wound care, and patient assessment techniques. Furthermore, the curriculum covers anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical nursing principles. Expect the program to incorporate hands-on training in simulation labs and real-world clinical experiences. Students typically participate in clinical rotations in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam, the national licensure exam for practical nurses. Passing this exam allows graduates to practice as Licensed Practical Nurses, providing vital healthcare services under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians. LPNs find employment opportunities in diverse settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, home healthcare agencies, and physician offices. The duration of the LPN program is typically one to two years.

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