How to use this page
Use these entries as starting points for research. For each program, verify state board approval, accreditation, NCLEX‑PN first‑time pass rates, clinical placement partners, remediation services, and total cost (tuition + fees + supplies). Request the program’s most recent graduate outcome report when possible.
Featured programs and examples (P–Z)
Pima Medical Institute — Practical Nursing (regional campuses)
Program model: Career‑focused practical nursing certificate offered at multiple campuses; typically emphasizes hands‑on skills, simulation, and local clinical placements.
What to verify: campus‑specific program length, state approval, and published NCLEX‑PN outcomes for the campus you plan to attend.
Piedmont Technical College — Practical Nursing (example community/technical college)
Program model: Community/technical college practical nursing certificate or diploma with classroom, lab, and clinical rotations; often includes LPN‑to‑RN articulation options.
What to verify: clinical site partners, cohort size, and whether the program publishes multi‑year NCLEX pass rates.
Quinsigamond Community College / Quincy area programs (Q examples)
Program model: Community college vocational nursing or practical nursing certificates; program names vary by state (PN, LVN, or VN in some states).
What to verify: state‑specific program name and licensure pathway (PN vs LVN), admission testing requirements, and clinical hour expectations.
San Jacinto College — Vocational/Practical Nursing (regional community college example)
Program model: Community college vocational/practical nursing programs that combine classroom, simulation, and clinical experiences; often serve large metropolitan areas with diverse clinical partners.
What to verify: program start dates, selective admissions criteria, and published graduate outcomes for the campus you plan to attend.
Tidewater Community College / Technical colleges (T examples)
Program model: Regional technical and community colleges offering practical nursing certificates with strong local employer ties and simulation labs.
What to verify: clinical placement variety, remediation supports, and whether the program offers flexible scheduling for working students.
Union County College / Urban community college programs (U examples)
Program model: Urban community colleges often provide practical nursing certificates with evening or part‑time options and partnerships with nearby hospitals and long‑term care facilities.
What to verify: admission testing, clinical site logistics, and student support services such as tutoring and NCLEX review.
Valencia College / Vocational programs (V examples)
Program model: Community colleges and technical institutes offering practical nursing certificates; some campuses provide LPN‑to‑RN bridge pathways.
What to verify: articulation agreements, program length, and whether the college publishes graduate outcome reports.
Wake Technical Community College — Practical Nursing (example)
Program model: Large community college practical nursing programs with multiple campus locations, simulation centers, and employer connections for clinical placements.
What to verify: campus‑specific schedules, NCLEX‑PN pass rates, and available student supports (simulation labs, remediation, career services).
York Technical College / Regional technical colleges (Y examples)
Program model: Regional technical colleges offering practical nursing certificates with a focus on hands‑on clinical experience and local employer partnerships.
What to verify: cohort size, clinical site mix, and published outcome data for recent cohorts.
Zane State College — Practical Nursing (Z example)
Program model: Community/technical college practical nursing certificate programs that prepare graduates to sit for the NCLEX‑PN; program names and structures vary by state and institution.
What to verify: state board approval, accreditation status, and the program’s most recent graduate outcome report.
How to compare P–Z programs
Confirm the program appears on your state board of nursing’s approved program list before applying.
Request recent first‑time pass rates and cohort sizes; ask for multi‑year data if available to smooth variability from small cohorts.
Check the number and variety of clinical sites (hospital, long‑term care, outpatient) and whether the school arranges placements for students.
Look for simulation labs, tutoring, remediation, and NCLEX review resources that improve pass rates and job readiness.
Practical next steps
- Shortlist 3 programs from this page or your state board’s approved list and request admissions packets and the program’s graduate outcome report.
- Visit campuses or attend virtual information sessions; ask to see simulation labs and speak with faculty and current students.
- Compare total cost (tuition, fees, supplies, uniforms, background checks, and clinical travel) and available financial aid options. See our Financial Aid page for planning tips. LPN Schools Financial Aid.