What
are the requirements to be admitted into the
LPN Program and what are the requirements which need to be
completed for graduation?
1.
Completed Adult Education Application Packet
2. Resume
3. Successful
completion of entrance test. Go
to the ATI Website to register for the entrance test.
(Last Date for Admission Testing is November 21, 2009).
4. Official high school transcript
5. Official transcripts for English composition and Intermediate
Algebra must be submitted; and if available, submit transcripts
for Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology,
Human Biology and Anatomy and Physiology.
Requirement
prior to graduation are:
Introduction to Psychology (grade C or better)
How
do I register for the Entrance Test?
Go
to the ATI Website to register for the entrance test.
(Last Date for Admission Testing is October 16, 2009).
What does it cost to attend the LPN Program?
The
total program tuition and fees costs are only $4,950 for the
day program. The two evening program tuition costs are approximately
$6,700. Additional
costs for uniforms, required. Introduction to Psychology course,
books and supplies are approximately $1,400.
* Tuition is subject to change.
Is financial aid available?
Yes.
Pell Grants and Veterans Educational Benefits are available to
eligible students. Tuition waivers are available
for qualifying veterans and senior citizens only. For the
prerequisite college courses, all community colleges offer federal
and state financial aid, grants, scholarships, educational loans,
and work study opportunities to eligible students.
What does the LPN job forecast look like?
Employment
of LPN’s is expected to grow faster than average
for all health occupations through 2014 in response
to the long-term care needs of an increasing elderly population
and the general growth of health care services. Replacement needs
will be a major source of job openings, as many workers are expected
to leave the occupation permanently.
What
do I need to do to become a Licensed Practical Nurse?
Upon
graduation from the program, you will need to take a National Board
Exam (NCLEX) to be awarded you license. |
Will
I be able to continue my studies towards an RN degree after
completing the LPN Program?
Absolutely. The
Connecticut Technical High School System and the Connecticut Community
Colleges have partnered together to provide graduating LPN students
an opportunity to complete their studies towards becoming a Registered
Nurse. LPN’s with a current Connecticut LPN license
are encouraged to apply to the CT-CCNP. Students who are admitted to
the CT-CCNP will meet with an advisor to determine their recommended
placement within the program. LPN’s who are recommended
to begin in the program’s third semester will need to complete
all required general education courses of the first year of the CT-CCNP
with a grade of C or higher, as well as successfully complete both
the Charter Oak State College Connecticut LPN Transition Bridge course
and college-based CT-CCNP LPN transition course.
If
I previously applied to a Community College RN Program
and I already took the prerequisite college courses and the
TEAS Test, do I have to take the TEAS Test again?
No, you do not. We will honor your TEAS Test score for admissions.
You must provide an official copy of your TEAS results. (The
test must have been taken within the last 12 months).
What
is the Schedule for the LPN Program which will be offered
over the next two years?
The
day schedule for the programs are:
A new class begins in January, 2010 and program completion is in
June, 2011. The next class begins in August, 2011 and completion
is in January, 2013.
The evening schedule
for the programs are:
A new class begins in August, 2010 at Vinal Technical High School
and program completion in in June, 2012. The next class begins
in August, 2012 and completion is in June, 2014.
Classes
at Abbott Tech evening program begins January, 2011 and program completion
is in January, 2013. The next class January,
2013 and program completion is in January, 2015.
What can I do if I have more questions?
Call
the program site you wish to attend and speak to the LPN Department
Head. See List of Program Sites. |