Howard Community College LPN Program in Columbia, MD

Howard Community College’s LPN Apprenticeship program offers a unique and comprehensive route to becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. This program blends rigorous academic coursework with invaluable hands-on experience, enabling apprentices to develop the crucial skills and knowledge demanded by the healthcare industry. Working under the direction of experienced medical professionals, apprentices will engage in direct patient care, administer treatments, collect specimens, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare team. Over two years, participants will master 39 essential competencies, ensuring they are well-prepared to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to sit for the LPN certification exam, opening doors to fulfilling and impactful careers in healthcare. While the program is currently prioritizing incumbent healthcare workers, HCC encourages aspiring students to prepare for future opportunities by meeting admission requirements and staying informed through their mailing list.

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