Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program LVN Program in West Nyack, NY

The Rockland County BOCES Practical Nursing Program prepares individuals for a rewarding career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This comprehensive program typically runs for approximately one year and combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and extensive clinical experiences to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe and effective patient care. Students learn fundamental nursing concepts, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical nursing, as well as specialized areas like maternal-child health and geriatrics. The program emphasizes the development of essential nursing skills, such as medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring. Clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics, provide invaluable hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), and successful passage leads to licensure and employment as an LPN in a variety of healthcare settings. The program likely incorporates preparation for this critical exam.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program 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.