Practical Nursing Program
Start your career as a nurse in just one year!
Are you ready to help people and make a difference? DCIU's Practical Nursing Program can help you become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in only 12 months. Our hands-on training gets you ready to care for patients and build a great future in healthcare.
Nationally ranked Pennsylvania's best higher education by Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce!
Contact Us: 📧 LPN@dciu.org | 📞 484-423-7003
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