Tampa, Florida has numerous programs for licensed practical nursing.
Tampa, Florida has numerous programs for licensed practical nursing (LPN) that confer a certificate of completion and allow graduates to sit for the national licensing exam. These programs have various options for applicants, including day or evening programs and full-time or part-time attendance. Before applying, applicants should check the Florida Board of Nursing website to ensure that their chosen programs have current state approval (see Resources).
Brewster Technical Center
Brewster Technical Center admits students twice a year to its LPN program-fall and spring. Admission requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a satisfactory score on the Test for Basic Adult Education (TABE) entrance exam. Applicants who possess a college degree are exempt from taking the entrance exam. Brewster accepts applications in-person only and conducts a lottery to choose students. Selected students have a second deadline to submit an application pack with proof of a physical exam, immunizations and statement of tuition payment method or risk losing their place in the class.
Brewster Technical Center
2222 N Tampa St
Tampa, FL 33602
813-276-5448
brewstertech.org
Erwin Technical Center
Erwin Technical Center conducts a LPN program with two options-day and evening. The day program admits students three times a year and lasts 14 months, while the evening program admits students every 16 months and lasts that long. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, obtain satisfactory scores on the TABE entrance exam or present a college degree, schedule a date for the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) entrance exam, attend a mandatory information session, show proof of immunizations and get a physical exam. They also must submit to a criminal background check and random drug testing. After passing the TABE and TEAS exams and attending the information session, Erwin Technical Center then gives applicants a second application packet to complete. All students who submit the second application and pass the background check will either be admitted to the next class or placed on the priority list for the following class.
Erwin Technical Center
2010 E Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, FL 33610
813-231-1815
erwin.edu
Fortis College
Formally known as Gulf Coast College, Fortis College requires only a high school diploma or GED to apply to its LPN program. After applicants submit a general application online, academic advisors contact them to explain the application process and discuss program information, such as start dates, estimated cost and duration of program. Applicants then complete the second application packet for admission to the next available cycle. The practical nursing program includes laboratory and clinical experiences offering students experience caring for patients of various ages and ethnic backgrounds.
Fortis College
3910 N US Hwy 301 Ste 200
Tampa, FL 33619
813-620-1446
fortis.edu
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