Riverside College of Health Careers LPN Program in Newport News, VA

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program at Riverside College of Health Careers is designed to prepare individuals for a rewarding career in nursing. This comprehensive program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic nursing care to patients of all ages. The curriculum typically covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal-newborn nursing, and pediatric nursing. Students learn essential skills like taking vital signs, administering medications, wound care, and assisting with activities of daily living.

A significant portion of the program is dedicated to hands-on clinical experience in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. These clinical rotations allow students to apply their classroom knowledge in real-world situations under the supervision of experienced nurses. Successful completion of the program typically leads to eligibility to take the NCLEX-PN examination. Upon passing the NCLEX-PN and obtaining licensure, graduates are prepared to work as LPNs in a variety of settings, providing direct patient care and making a positive impact on the lives of others. The program provides a solid foundation for those wishing to advance their nursing education in the future.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Riverside College of Health Careers 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.