Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing LPN Program in Parkersburg, WV

The LPN program at Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing provides aspiring nurses with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience necessary to excel as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). This comprehensive program typically spans approximately 12-18 months, depending on the program’s structure (full-time or part-time). Students can expect to learn essential nursing concepts, including patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring. The curriculum integrates classroom instruction with hands-on laboratory experiences and clinical rotations in diverse healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. Clinical rotations provide invaluable opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge and develop practical nursing skills under the supervision of experienced nurses and instructors. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN examination. Passing this exam grants licensure, enabling graduates to pursue rewarding careers as LPNs, providing direct patient care and contributing to the healthcare team.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing 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.