Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson LPN Program in Dickson, TN

The Practical Nursing (LPN) program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson provides students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience necessary to succeed as entry-level Licensed Practical Nurses. The curriculum typically covers a broad range of essential nursing topics, including medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology, geriatrics, pediatrics, mental health, and anatomy & physiology. Students can expect a rigorous learning experience incorporating classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory practice, and extensive clinical rotations at various healthcare facilities in the Dickson area. The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking skills, patient care techniques, and professional communication abilities. Through state-of-the-art simulation labs and supervised clinical experiences, students gain confidence and proficiency in performing essential nursing duties, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, providing wound care, and assisting patients with activities of daily living. A strong emphasis is placed on preparing students for the NCLEX-PN examination, ensuring they are well-equipped to become licensed and embark on rewarding careers as LPNs in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings. The program’s duration is typically around one year, with students emerging ready to provide compassionate and competent patient care.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson 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.