Practical Nursing / Careers & Salary
What Jobs Can I Get with Practical Nursing?
LPNs perform broader clinical nursing tasks than CNAs, including medication administration within scope of practice after licensure. Employers include long-term care facilities, clinics, hospitals, and home health agencies. Confirm current Illinois LPN wage ranges with BLS or IDES sources before citing in marketing.
LPN roles offer more clinical responsibility and typically higher pay than CNA positions. Graduates work in skilled nursing, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and home health. If you want the fastest entry point first, compare with SCC’s 8-week Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) program.
- Occupation
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Illinois pay (confirm)
- Typically higher than CNA wages; varies by setting and experience (confirm current Illinois wage data)
- Outlook
- LPNs remain in demand in long-term care, clinics, and home health across Illinois.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Practical Nursing program, and is it online, hybrid, or on-campus?
Practical Nursing is a 69-week diploma program (1,380 clock hours) offered in a hybrid format that combines online coursework with in-person labs and clinical experiences in Gurnee, Illinois.
How much does the Practical Nursing program cost, and what is included?
Total cost is $27,397, including application fee, tuition, books and supplies, nursing kit, clinical fees, uniform fees, and testing fee. See the cost page for details.
What certification or exam am I eligible for after finishing?
Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN and pursue Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in Illinois.
What are the admission requirements for the Practical Nursing program?
In addition to general SCC admissions steps, PN applicants typically complete a health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, criminal and fingerprint background checks, and CPR certification. See the requirements page for the full list.