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Nov 21, 2024
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2012-2013 Catalog & Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Evening Licensed Practical Nursing, Diploma
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Southeast Tech’s LPN evening/weekend diploma program offers all of the required LPN coursework during the evenings and on Saturdays to accommodate those who have busy lives during the weekdays. The evening/weekend program takes less than two years to complete! This program is a part-time program, and it does run through the summers. If you are interested in becoming an LPN, but can’t take courses during the weekday, the LPN evening/weekend program might be a great option for you!
Background checks and drug screenings are required for this program.
- Southeast Tech Laptop Required
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of a Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing, a student will be able to:
Science & Technology
- Recognize and understand anatomy and physiology of the human body.
- Demonstrate competency with use of equipment appropriate within the scope of practice of licensed practical nurses.
- Calculate and measure for precise medication administration within the scope of practice of licensed practical nurses.
Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
- Demonstrate understanding of the steps of the nursing process, including assessment, recognition, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
- Comprehend the legal and ethical issues within the scope of practice for the licensed practical nurse.
- Appropriately adapt critical thinking skills within various patient care settings.
Professionalism
- Exhibit strong work ethic, attendance, self-esteem, integrity, honesty, sociability and interpersonal skills.
- Network with coworkers, support staff and physicians.
- Encourage involvement on committees through student organizations.
- Treat patients with dignity, respect and compassion.
- Respect diversity in other cultures.
Communication
- Communicate in a professional manner.
- Follow verbal and written instructions.
- Communicate delicate information to patients and family in an empathetic and confidential manner.
- Accurately and clearly document in written format.
Program Curriculum - Total Credits: 53
General Education Courses - Credits: 13
Spring Semester 2013 - Credits: 12
First 1/2 of the semester
Second 1/2 of the semester
Summer Semester 2013 (ten weeks) - Credits: 7
Satisfactory completion of the above classes is required to take the following:
Fall Semester 2013 - Credits: 9
First 1/2 of the semester
Second 1/2 of the semester
Spring Semester 2014 - Credits: 12
First 1/2 of the semester
Second 1/2 of the semester
Satisfactory completion of the above classes is required to take the following:
Additional Information
*Incoming students are required to show current proof of certification in Basic Life Support (CPR) for Health Care Providers through the American Heart Association.
Requirements: Achievement of a “C” or higher for all LPN & HC courses.
Students entering a program in any semester other than outlined may not graduate in the expected amount of time. Estimated total program fees
| Tuition |
$ 5,247 |
| Fees |
$ 4,623 |
| Books & Supplies |
$ 1,788 |
| Laptop |
$ 1,325 |
| Physical and Immunizations |
$ 100 |
| Licensure Fees |
$ 350 |
| Background Check & Drug Screen |
$ 110 |
| Other |
$ 325 |
| TOTAL |
$13,868 |
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