Licensed Practical Nursing
Next LPN Starts November 2020!
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When are the entrance exams being offered? Registration is limited to 50 participants. It is available ONLINE ONLY, be sure to see the technology requirements below.
Important: Call during these times only! Call Judy on MONDAYS between 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by calling (716) 821-7501. Call Julie on WEDNESDAYS between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by calling (716) 821-7509.
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This elite program will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in the nursing profession. Supervised clinical experiences will be provided in area hospitals and long-term care facilities. When you successfully complete this one-year program, you will take the NCLEX-PN for licensure as a Practical Nurse. (1,100 Hour Program)
Next Class Starts: Expected November 2020
Registration Starts at Orientation! See Our Orientation Schedule.
Orientations cancelled at this time. Please check back for more information.
Program Times
Day Classes run Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Evening Classes run Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Program Locations
- Workforce Development Center | 1526 Walden Avenue | Cheektowaga, NY 14225
- Potter Career & Technical Center | 705 Potters Road | West Seneca, NY 14224
- Gerard Place | 2515 Bailey Avenue | Buffalo, NY 14215
Tuition $10,750
Financial assistance may be available through Federal Student Aid, ACCES-VR, BETC/ECC One Stop, NETC, the US Department of Veterans Affairs or other sources. A Financial Aid Specialist is on staff to assist you.
A $275 deposit is required to reserve your place in this program.
Admission Requirements
- Admission is pending successful completion of the Diagnostic Entrance Test (DET) at a score of 63% or greater*.
- A valid high school diploma or equivalent.
- An up-to-date physical with immunizations.
- A personal interview will be conducted.
Employment Outlook
Previous employers include Erie County Medical Center, VA, McGuire Group, Catholic Health, Elderwood Senior Care, Beechwood Continuing Care, GreenFields Continuing Care and Dent Neurology. Entry level Licensed Practical Nurses can expect to earn an average of $17 to $19 per hour. A Placement Specialist is on staff to assist you with resume writing and interview skills.
*Exceptions to admission scores may be considered based on work history, prior education, personal interview, and employer recommendations.