Program Overview

Program Overview

The Licensed Practical Nursing program is an evening and weekend 56-credit certificate program, with 22 transferable nursing credits to the RN program at BCC.

Program Details

Upon successful completion of the required coursework, students are eligible to sit for the New York State National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).

Certification

The College has been certified by the New York State Education Department to offer instruction, included within the LPN curriculum, leading to New York State Nurse Aide Certification.

Program Structure

• The program consists of 56 credits.
• 22 nursing credits are transferable to the RN program at BCC.
  • These credits are part of the overall certificate program.
• The program is designed to be completed in the evening and on weekends.

Licensure and Certification

• Upon completion, students are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam.
• The program also leads to New York State Nurse Aide Certification.