LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Offered by Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program Poughkeepsie, New YorkOverview
Duration 12–18 months
A practical nursing program that prepares graduates for NCLEX-PN licensure to provide basic nursing care under the direction of RNs and physicians, supporting health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Career outlook
Employers hire licensed practical nurses to provide basic patient care such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with daily needs under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
Getting in
What Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program asks for, taken from its own admissions page.
Entrance exam TEAS
Checked Oct 2026 on the school's site. Requirements change each cycle, so confirm before you apply.
Prerequisites
The prerequisites you'll need to meet to apply to this program at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program. Open a category to see each one.