Earn your Practical Nursing diploma in as few as 12 months
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The Brookline College Practical Nursing program prepares you to step confidently into an entry-level role as a Licensed Practical Nurse, equipped with the knowledge, skill, and professionalism needed to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Delivered in a blended format that pairs online coursework with in-person labs, simulations, and clinical experiences, the program meets the New Mexico Board of Nursing standards while giving you the flexibility to learn in a modern, student-centered way. Throughout your training, you’ll explore the vital role LPNs play in promoting health and wellness across diverse communities, building the critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for safe, patient-centered care. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam and be eligible to earn your LPN license, opening the door to a rewarding nursing career in the state of New Mexico.
Our curriculum combines career-ready skills, strong clinical judgment, and culturally informed care to prepare you for the real-world demands of practical nursing.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PVN110: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing I | 3 |
| PVN112: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab I | 1 |
| PVN130: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing II | 2 |
| PVN132: Fundamentals of Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab II | 1 |
| PVN140: Fundamental of Caring Practical Nursing Clinical I | 1.5 |
| PVN136: Pharmacology for Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN152: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing I | 3 |
| PVN154: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab I | 1 |
| PVN158: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Clinical I | 2 |
| PVN146: Pharmacology for Caring Practical Nursing II | 2 |
| PVN162: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing II | 3 |
| PVN164: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab II | 1 |
| PVN168: Medical/Surgical Caring Practical Nursing Clinical II | 2 |
| PVN250: Mental Health Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN252: Mental Health Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 0.5 |
| PVN226: Maternal/Newborn Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN228: Maternal/Newborn Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab | 0.5 |
| PVN230: Maternal/Newborn Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 0.5 |
| PVN232: Professional Caring Practical Nursing 1 | 1 |
| PVN236: Pediatric Caring Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PVN238: Pediatric Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab | 0.5 |
| PVN240: Pediatric Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 0.5 |
| PVN256: Professional Caring Practical Nursing II | 1 |
| PVN262: Professional Caring Practical Nursing Skills Lab | 1 |
| PVN 264: Professional Caring Practical Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BIO200 – Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO200L – Anatomy & Physiology I Lab | 1 |
| BIO215 – Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 |
| BIO215L – Anatomy & Physiology II Lab | 1 |
Build your confidence with focused NCLEX-PN preparation woven throughout the Brookline College PN program. You’ll access guided study tools, practice exams, and personalized support from instructors dedicated to helping you succeed on your first attempt.
Students engage with immersive virtual reality experiences that simulate real patient scenarios, allowing them to practice clinical decision-making, prioritize care, and respond to a range of patient conditions in a safe, controlled environment. These interactive tools complement classroom instruction, reinforce key concepts, and help students build confidence before transitioning into clinical settings.
Simulation and skills labs are equipped with industry-standard tools and high-fidelity manikins that replicate real patient responses. Under the guidance of experienced faculty, students practice essential nursing techniques such as patient assessment, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring, gaining hands-on experience that prepares them for real-world patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurses play a vital role in delivering essential, hands-on care across hospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare environments. As an LPN, you’ll support patients with compassion, clinical skill, and dependable bedside care, making you an indispensable part of the healthcare team.
The need for trained LPNs continues to rise. According to the BLS, as of August 2025, employment for Licensed Practical Nurses is projected to grow 3 percent by 2034, reflecting a steady demand for skilled caregivers. Practical Nursing also offers strong earning potential, with LPNs earning a mean annual wage of about $64,150* per year as of May 2024. This makes the PN pathway a fast, rewarding, and reliable entry into a meaningful career in healthcare.
Tuition at Brookline College varies by campus and program schedule. Your Admissions Representative will review the complete cost breakdown with you, including available financial aid and any additional fees, before you apply.
Brookline College offers several types of financial aid for those who qualify, including scholarships, federal grants, and student loans. Our Financial Aid team will help you explore every option that may support your education.
Yes. Brookline College provides flexible payment plan options designed to make your Practical Nursing training more accessible and manageable.
Students receive dedicated support services such as academic tutoring, financial counseling, and career placement assistance to help them transition confidently from school to the workforce.
We recommend completing the FAFSA as early as possible, ideally before your program start date, to maximize your eligibility for financial assistance.
Yes. Brookline College evaluates transcripts from accredited institutions to determine whether prior coursework may be applied toward Practical Nursing program requirements.
Submit your official transcripts for a free evaluation. Our Admissions team will review them and let you know which credits may transfer.
In many cases, credits earned at Eagle Gate College or Unitek College may transfer to Brookline College, depending on course equivalency within the Unitek Learning network. Transferability of credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution.
If you’ve completed relevant prerequisite or vocational nursing coursework, you may be eligible to transfer credits or waive certain requirements based on course equivalency and recency.
Applicants must provide proof of high school completion or equivalent, meet the PN prior education requirement, pass a background check, and participate in an interview with the Program Director before starting clinical training. For a list of all requirements, please visit the college catalog.
No. The Practical Nursing program at Brookline College is designed for students with or without prior healthcare experience.
No. There is no application fee to apply, and your Admissions Representative can guide you through the next steps.
Yes. Brookline College delivers the PN program through a blended format that combines online and in-person coursework with on-campus labs and supervised clinical rotations.
Most students can complete the Practical Nursing program in as little as 12 months, depending on schedule and campus availability.
PN students receive extensive support, including faculty coaching, academic assistance, and NCLEX-PN preparation tools across fundamentals, pharmacology, pediatrics, maternal health, gerontology, and medical-surgical nursing.
To become an LPN, you must complete an approved Practical Nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN. At Brookline College, the PN diploma can be earned in as little as 48 weeks. Click here to review our PN licensure disclosure.
A Licensed Practical Nurse provides essential patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and home health settings.
LPNs enter the healthcare workforce sooner, enjoy steady demand, and benefit from reliable income and opportunities for advancement. Many LPNs later pursue higher nursing degrees to expand their career paths.
Brookline PN students complete supervised clinical rotations in active healthcare environments, gaining experience in patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and common nursing procedures.
Graduates can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, physicians’ offices, and home health agencies. Some choose to specialize in areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, or IV therapy.
The titles describe the same role, but terminology varies by state. New Mexico, home to Brookline College, uses the title LPN.
The PN program at Brookline College includes NCLEX-PN preparation through practice assessments, review modules, instructor guidance, and test-taking strategies to support your success.
According to the BLS, as of August 2025, employment for LPNs is projected to grow 3 percent from 2024 to 2034.
Yes. LPNs enjoy steady wages and opportunities to increase earnings through experience, specialization, or continued education, with a mean annual wage of $64,150* as of May 2024.
The New Mexico Board of Nursing certifies that Brookline College is granted Full Approval to offer Practical Nursing program in the State of New Mexico.
The Brookline College Practical/Vocational Nursing Program holds initial accreditation from the National League for
Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA), located at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037. 202-909-2487.
*These placement rates are based on program-specific and campus-specific data reported to our institutional accreditor(s) in 2024. While the figures shown here are not separately reported to our accreditor, they are derived from those outcomes. For full details by program and campus, please visit our Disclosures page.
*Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program (accessed on 3/17/2026).
