Albuquerque Practical Nursing Program

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About The Practical Nursing Program In Albuquerque

Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is more than a career choice—it’s a commitment to enhancing the lives within your community. As an LPN, you play a vital role in healthcare, working shoulder-to-shoulder with doctors and RNs to provide unparalleled medical care. From administering medications to diligently monitoring patient vital signs, the responsibilities are essential and rewarding.

Embark on this transformative journey with our Practical Nursing program in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In as little as 48 weeks, you’ll be immersed in a curriculum blending core nursing classes with general education, preparing you to excel in the healthcare environment and confidently tackle the NCLEX-PN license exam. Our holistic approach to education means you’ll gain both knowledge and the practical skills and critical thinking required for your future career.

Are you ready to step into a future where you make a tangible difference every day? Dive deep into this rewarding profession and transform your passion into a career within a year.

Please fill out our contact form, and one of our friendly admissions representatives will be happy to answer all your questions, ensuring you’re supported and guided every step of the way.

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What You’ll Learn

The Albuquerque Practical Nursing program will prepare you for an entry-level nursing job in a variety of healthcare settings. You will gain the requisite knowledge and skills to serve as an effective member of any healthcare team.

Our program curriculum includes one semester of general education and three semesters of core nursing classes. In these classes, you will explore the role of a Licensed Practical Nurse in promoting health and wellness for both individuals and communities. Our Practical Nursing courses will also help you establish the framework to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to patient-centered nursing care.

Upon completing our program and earning your nursing diploma, you will be qualified to take the NCLEX-PN exam to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. Earning your LPN license will enable you to work in the state of New Mexico.

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Admissions Requirements For The Albuquerque Practical Nursing Program

During your enrollment process, our admissions team will help to ensure that your chosen program of study aligns with your future career goals and objectives. We try our best to notify all accepted applicants as quickly as possible. Enrollment in the Practical Nursing program includes the following steps for admission.

1 Meet with Admissions Representative (virtual or in-person)

2 Begin the Brookline Enrollment Process

3 Complete Financial Aid Interview

4 Complete and pass SLE-Q entrance assessment

5 Interview with PN leadership

6 Start class

Practical Nursing Program With A Career-driven Curriculum

Our Practical Nursing curriculum is designed to prepare you for a licensed nursing position in the healthcare field. Our program will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a competent and safe practical nurse. As a Practical Nursing certificate completer, you will be qualified to take the NCLEX-PN exam and become a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Here are some of the topics covered by our Practical Nursing courses:

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Growth and Development
  • Principles of Nutrition
  • Core Concepts of Pharmacology

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Nursing student in blue scrubs holding a stethoscope

I was eager yet apprehensive about starting my nursing career. However, I felt prepared for my first ER position because Brookline equipped me with the knowledge for competent nursing care.

– Michelle C.

The Albuquerque Campus

Brookline College has recently moved to a single convenient location in Albuquerque, New Mexico with updated classrooms, study areas, and simulation labs that immerse our students in real-world healthcare environments. The campus can be found at 303 Roma Ave NW in downtown Albuquerque. The Albuquerque campus offers a welcoming open interior with outstanding hands-on instructional classrooms for programs in BSN, practical nursing, medical assisting and  occupational therapy assistant. It also offers a modern computer lab and quiet study lounge.

This campus hosts a learning resource center, where students can study, complete research, and expand their knowledge. The Learning Resource Center contains books, periodicals, and computers, as well as multiple databases and specialized programs to assist students in all aspects of their education and learning. Outside of class, students can chat and unwind in one of the campus break rooms, eat their lunch, or visit one of our nearby restaurants or coffee shops.

Job Placement Assistance

At Brookline College, our commitment to you doesn’t end with graduation. Our career services team will do everything in their power to help you land your first job. Through résumé workshops, job searches, and mock interviews, you can count on us for career support long after earning your nursing degree.

Fixed Tuition Cost

With fixed tuition, you’ll know exactly what your education will cost, from start to finish. We can also help you search and apply for college grants, scholarships, and loans. Albuquerque’s financial aid department will help you explore all the available options that can help you cover the cost of your nursing education.

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Brookline College is a great school. It's a fun atmosphere to learn a specific trade. The instructors and Program Directors really care about the students and their welfare.

– Laurie S.

Campus Location

The Albuquerque campus is located just west of the Rio Grande on US RTE 66, minutes away from all the major highways. The intersection of 3rd and Roma is centrally located near the Big I (the intersection of I-40 and I-25), which is close to Central Avenue (“Route 66”), and near several methods of public transportation. This location offers ease of access, ample parking, and convenient access to multiple restaurants and stores. Our campus is surrounded by stores and restaurants, with easy access to and from all the main highways.

Albuquerque Main Campus

303 Roma Ave NW
3rd Floor, Suite 300
Albuquerque, NM 87102

888-717-0199

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Albuquerque is the most populous city in the state of New Mexico. It offers the perfect balance between all the amenities of a large city and the slower pace of a charming rural town. Albuquerque is proud of its rich culture and heritage, celebrated in more than 100 local art galleries and studios.

The city is also known for its world-renowned cuisine, with some of the best restaurants the southwest has to offer. For the more adventurous souls, head to the Sandia Foothills to find amazing hiking trails that lead to breathtaking views of the city. Whether you’re a foodie, an outdoor adventurer, a museum buff, or just looking for a quiet place to take in some breathtaking landscape views, Albuquerque has something for everyone.

Commonly Asked Questions

Does Brookline College offer a Practical Nursing program near me?

Our Practical Nursing program accepts students from many areas in Albuquerque and its surrounding cities and states, including but not limited to some of the following areas in New Mexico.

  • Belen, NM
  • Bernalillo, NM
  • Corrales, NM
  • Espanola, NM
  • Grants, NM
  • Las Vegas, NM
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • North Valley, NM
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Socorro, NM
  • South Valley, NM
  • Taos, NM

How long is the Albuquerque Practical Nursing program?

Students at Brookline College can earn their Practical Nursing diploma in as little as 48 weeks.

What is the cost of the Practical Nursing program in Albuquerque?

The cost of the Practical Nursing program is $28,755.25*

*The price listed above is all-inclusive including the New Mexico Gross Receipt Tax of 7.625%, which is reflected in the cost above and will reflect on the enrollment agreement.

Where do Licensed Practical Nurses work?

Graduates of our Practical Nursing program typically work in any of the following healthcare settings:

  • Hospitals
  • Clinics
  • Physicians’ Offices
  • Urgent Care Facilities
  • Home Healthcare Companies

What classes will I take to earn my Practical Nursing diploma?

Students enrolled in the Practical Nursing program can expect to take classes in the following subjects:

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Fundamentals of Practical Nursing
  • Pharmacology
  • Adult Health (Medical-Surgical) Nursing
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Maternal & Newborn Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Professional Nursing Practice

(Each subject area may include a combination of theory, simulation/skills labs, and hands-on clinical experience.)

What are typical class hours for the Practical Nursing program?

Class and lab hours run between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Your clinical experiences, including simulation, could occur during the day, evening, and weekends.

Accreditation

New Mexico State Board of Nursing

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.

National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA)

Practical Nursing Program – Albuquerque, NM Campus

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.

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