Licensed Practical Nursing
Licensed Practical Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) serve a vital role in healthcare, providing fundamental patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. They work in a variety of settings, including long-term care facilities, hospitals, physician offices, home healthcare services, rehabilitation centers, and educational institutions. LPNs enjoy quick entry into healthcare and earn a medium salary of more than $62,000 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Monmouth County Vocational School District offers a 10-month course that prepares graduates to meet the requirements for licensure in New Jersey. The program is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and approved by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing, New Jersey Department of Education, and Council on Occupational Education.
Benefits:
· Steady job growth of three percent through 2034
· Quick entry into a healthcare career
· High job security due to growing demand
· Lower tuition costs than four-year registered nursing (RN) programs
Academic Program Phases:
Phase I – Classroom & Clinical
Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Personal & Community Health, Pharmacology, Growth & Development, Personal & Professional Relationships, Fundamentals of Nursing, Vocational Aspects
Phase II – Clinical & Classroom:
Medical/Surgical Nursing I & II
Phase III – Clinical & Classroom:
Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Psychiatric Nursing
Course Dates/Class Schedule:
The course begins in September 2026 and concludes in July 2027. Classes are held Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location:
Classes are held at the MCVSD Neptune Annex, 105 Neptune Boulevard, Neptune City, NJ, which is conveniently located near routes 35 and 18. Clinical locations vary.
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Faculty/Instructors:
The faculty in the LPN program have decades of industry experience as floor nurses in hospitals and local nursing homes. They have master's-level education and have published articles in various nursing journals.
Tuition & Fees:
Tuition: $12,500
Fees: About $1,000
Financial Aid:
On average, students receive about $5,000 in aid. Students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and meet with the MCVSD Financial Aid Officer to review their qualifications for financial aid.
Child Care:
Students can apply to Child Care Resources of Monmouth County, which invests in Monmouth County’s children by empowering parents to make informed childcare choices.
The Department of Human Services Child Care Assistance Program is available with a limited number of slots. At this time, the opportunity to apply is first issued to families with very low income, families needing care for children with special needs, and families experiencing homelessness in accordance with federal and state law. As capacity allows, additional families may also be served. To register, visit https://www.childcarenj.gov/.
Admission Requirements:
To be considered for acceptance into the Fall 2026 LPN Program, applicants must submit their ATI TEAS test scores to:
annex-office@ctemc.org
Entrance Exam Registration:
ATI TEAS Test
https://www.atitesting.com/teas/register
Application/Registration: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/43034
· 18 years of age at program start
· High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
· Official transcript
· Qualifying TEAS test scores
· Physical examination
· Criminal background check
· Orientation
· Malpractice insurance
· CPR for Healthcare Provider certification
· $100 non-refundable registration fee after passing qualifying test
