Surry Community College LPN Program in Dobson, NC

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program at Surry Community College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as entry-level practical nurses. The curriculum blends theoretical coursework with hands-on clinical experience, covering a wide range of nursing topics from basic patient care to medication administration and specialized medical procedures. Students benefit from instruction in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical nursing, preparing them to address diverse patient needs across the lifespan. A typical LPN program at a community college runs for approximately 12-18 months, depending on the specific program structure and scheduling. Clinical rotations in local hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics offer invaluable real-world experience under the guidance of experienced healthcare professionals. Upon successful completion of the program and passing the NCLEX-PN exam, graduates are eligible for licensure as Licensed Practical Nurses and can pursue rewarding careers in various healthcare settings, providing essential care to patients and contributing to positive health outcomes. Graduates may also choose to continue their education, taking advantage of articulation agreements to bridge to an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program and eventually become Registered Nurses.

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