Credential(s) Offered
Government license
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Licensed Practical Nursing program is 9-month 1,000 clock hour program. The students will acquire a general understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the human body & medical terminology; master numerous clinical competencies; demonstrate the professionalism necessary for LPN employment; demonstrate nursing practice in the prevention of illness, promotion and maintenance of health in patients across the life span from diverse cultural, ethnic, social and economic background; attend nursing theory
lectures with planned patient care (clinicals) in hospitals, nursing homes and health care agencies. The LPN will practice patient-centered care using teamwork, collaboration, evidenced-based practice, quality improvement, safety and informatics; and obtain their license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) after graduation. This program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
O*Net Online: 29-2061.00
Credit & Debit Card Convenience Fee:
A 3.5% convenience fee will be added to each transaction paid with a credit card or debit card
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to students including testing, licensure):
Tuition- $10,000
Registration Fee- $50.00
Books – Students purchases their own approximate $800
Uniforms – brings their own Navy Blue Scrubs
Certification Exam-$ 200.00
Total Program Cost $10,250.00 ($11,050 approximate cost with student purchased textbooks)
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
• Davis Advantage for Fundamentals of Nursing
• Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing
• Davis Advantage for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Study Guide for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Safe Maternity & Pediatric Nursing Care
• Study Guide for Safe Maternity & Pediatric Nursing Care
• Pharmacology Clear and Simple
• Mental Health Nursing
• Caring for Older Adults Holistically
• Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Drug Test
Scrubs (2) sets - Navy Blue
Blood Pressure Cuff
Stethoscope
Watch
Gait Belt
Textbooks
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Lorena Delgadillo
Email: ldelgadillo@rcbh.edu
Direct Website link to the program: https://www.rcbh.edu/programs-licensed-pracical-nurse.html
G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Fingerprint Clearance Card; no criminal history; TB test required prior to placing student in a clinical field, CNA certification and must hold an LNA.
• Other requirements needed:
High School Diploma or GED
Pass the HESI-A2-PN exam with a minimum of 70% .
Students of the Licensed Practical Nurse Program are required to submit to a Urine Drug analysis screening at the time of Orientation. The drug screening is required by the State Board of Nursing and the RCBH, Inc. /College of Health Careers.
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
Refund Policy is available through the school catalog and the school website; https://www.rcbh.edu/ ; Pg. 44
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or
organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes. The Licensed Practical Nursing Program is recognized by The Arizona State Board of Nursing.
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Advance Specialty Certifications: Registered Nursing, Nurse Practitioner.
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes- Accepted throughout the State of Arizona.
• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes: Arizona State Board of Nursing
J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 100% Credential Rate, 100% Placement Rate
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
38
Hours
1000
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Regional Center for Border Health, Inc.
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
950 East Main Street Building A., Somerton, Arizona
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
Licensed Practical Nurse
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
Refund Policy is available through the school catalog and the school website; https://www.rcbh.edu/ ; Pg. 44
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - AZ State Board of Nursing
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$800.00 Student purchase on their own
Testing/Exam Fees
$200.00 NCLEX
In-State Tuition
$10,000.00 Tuition
Registration Fee
$50.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$11,050.00
