Durham Technical Community College LVN Program in Durham, NC

The Licensed Practical Nursing (LVN) program at Durham Technical Community College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. This comprehensive program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. The curriculum typically covers a range of topics, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal-newborn nursing, pediatric nursing, and mental health nursing. Students gain hands-on experience through simulated lab exercises and clinical rotations at various healthcare facilities in the Durham area. Expect the program duration to be about 12-18 months. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Passing this exam leads to licensure and the opportunity to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and other healthcare settings. Furthermore, Durham Tech may offer opportunities for advanced standing for those who complete this program and would like to take advantage of a Registered Nurse program.

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