practical nursing

Reasons to Attend
Become involved
in the fast growing
medical field. Not
only are nurses in
high demand; you
will have a rewarding
career and make a
difference in people’s
lives every day.
Be a Role Model for Your Family
As a college student,
you will be an
inspiration to
and have a
positive impact on
those around you.
Plus, you will be a
role model for your
family and friends.
Improve Your Knowledge and Skills
No matter what your
age or experience,
Mildred Elley’s
programs, faculty
and staff can help
you update your
skills and give you a
competitive edge.
Personalized attention gives you
the support necessary for your
success. Your department chair and
faculty act as your mentors; they
are available to discuss courses,
classwork, careers and anything else
that may come up. Faculty and staff
will be there to assist you every step
of the way.
Career Services
The Office of Career Services is
committed to helping you find
employment opportunities available
in your chosen field. With lifetime job
placement assistance, you may take
advantage of the many services that
we offer, such as assistance with job
searching, resume and cover letter
writing and mock interviewing.
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Albany, NY 12206
A Great Career in the Medical Field
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It is common for
people who have a
college education to
have a higher earning
potential, better job
opportunities, job
satisfaction, a better
lifestyle, and longterm family benefits.
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Practical Nursing
Student Life & Support
Library Services
The library offers an array of services
for our students. Librarians are
available throughout the day to assist
you in your research needs. You will
have access to a variety of printed
and video resources, plus access
to research databases and online
catalogs. All of this can help you
obtain your educational goals.
Student Life
The campus is a great place to
network with fellow classmates,
work on homework and projects or
just relax in solitude. The campus
includes computers with internet
access; free Wi-Fi access for laptops
and mobile devices; and areas for
working, eating and lounging.
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Department of
Nursing
Programs
Practical Nursing Certificate
Healthcare professions are one
of the fastest growing career
fields in the country. The
Practical Nursing Certificate
program is a credit-bearing,
college-level program that
prepares its graduates for
licensure as a practical nurse
(LPN) in the State of New York.
Graduates of this program will
be well prepared for successful passing of the NCLEX-PN
examination, licensure as an LPN in New York State, and
subsequent employment in the field.
Our program is comprehensive, designed to give you the
clinical and lab skills necessary to become a successful
LPN. Our instructors come from a diverse background
within the medical industry, helping to provide you with the
tools necessary to fulfill your goal to become a Licensed
Practical Nurse.
What You’ll Learn
•Anatomy & Physiology
•Pharmacology
•Fundamental Nursing Skills
•Nursing for the Elderly
•Medical Nursing
•Surgical Nursing
•Pediatric Nursing
•Maternal Nursing
•Psychiatric Nursing
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Albany Campus Approvals & Accreditation:
• Approved by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York
• Programs are Registered by the New York State Education Dept. (NYSED)
• Accredited Member, ACICS
Program Length: up to 18 months Certificate
Financial Aid & Scholarships Available For Those Who Qualify
Day, Evening & Weekend Classes
Free Tutoring & Personalized Attention
Lifetime Job Placement Assistance
Tuition & Financial Aid
Overview
Mildred Elley’s on-campus clinical labs provide you with
the most real world and technical learning environment
possible so that you are better prepared for your career
when entering the workforce. You will be equipped with
complete training both on campus and at clinical partners’
sites. Throughout your education at Mildred Elley, faculty
and staff as here to help you every step of the way so that
when you graduate you are able to find a fulfilling career in
your chosen field.
At Mildred Elley our knowledgeable
Financial Aid staff will help
you throughout the financial
aid process. Financial aid and
scholarships are available for
those who qualify. Mildred Elley
students may receive financial
aid in the forms of grants,
scholarships, loans and workstudy opportunities. Tuition, books
and fees vary by program. Contact the Office of Admissions for
more details.
Job Outlook
Employment for Licensed
Practical Nurses is expected
to grow 22% from 2010 to
2020, as reported by the
United States Bureau of
Labor Statistics.† This is
much faster than the average
growth rate for all occupations
due to the increased need of
healthcare services for the
growing population of aging adults. Increased employment
opportunities of LPN’s will be in hospitals, physician’s
offices, and other healthcare settings.
Mildred Elley graduates are employed at:
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Nursing Homes
Extended Care Facilities
Hospitals
Physicians’ Offices
Home/Community Health Facilities
Outpatient Clinics
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Connect with us:
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http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/licensed-practical-and-licensed-vocational-nurses.htm