Practical Nursing

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 11/11/2025
Next Re-Certification Date: 11/10/2027

Program Description

e Practical Nursing (PN) Program at Stellar Career College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare by combining classroom instruction, hands-on lab practice, and supervised clinical experiences. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care across the lifespan. The program introduces students to the fundamentals of nursing, pharmacology, mental health, maternal/child health, adult health, nutrition, and gerontological nursing, while emphasizing evidence-based practice, communication, and cultural competence. With clinical rotations in diverse healthcare settings, students build confidence in real-world patient care scenarios. Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam and begin their careers as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), equipped to work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and community health organizations.

Established in 2025

CIP: 51-3999 Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Stellar Career College

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Program Contact Info

205 W Randolph Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 687-3000

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

IDPH

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Industry Standard: NCLEX

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

56 Weeks ( 1085.00 Hours / 54.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$24,500.00
Books$2,740.00
Fees$1,500.00
Tests$200.00
Total Cost$28,940.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)

Application Procedure

After an in-person interview, students will get a Criminal Background Check done and take the Hesi exam Hesi exam The exam has 3 attempts and $55 non-refundable fee Students must score 75% or higher on the exam. The maximum tuition and fees for this occupation is $8000.00

Entry Requirements:

  • Drug/Alcohol Screening
  • Other - Hesi exam; Students must score 75% or higher on the exam

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Online/E-Learning Instruction

Performance Data

Program: Practical Nursing

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 11/11/2025
Next Re-Certification Date: 11/10/2027

Program Description

e Practical Nursing (PN) Program at Stellar Career College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare by combining classroom instruction, hands-on lab practice, and supervised clinical experiences. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care across the lifespan. The program introduces students to the fundamentals of nursing, pharmacology, mental health, maternal/child health, adult health, nutrition, and gerontological nursing, while emphasizing evidence-based practice, communication, and cultural competence. With clinical rotations in diverse healthcare settings, students build confidence in real-world patient care scenarios. Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam and begin their careers as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), equipped to work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and community health organizations.

Established in 2025

CIP: 51-3999 Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other.

Provider Information

Stellar Career College

View WIOA-approved programs

Program Contact Info

205 W Randolph Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 687-3000

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

IDPH

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Industry Standard: NCLEX

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

56 Weeks ( 1085.00 Hours / 54.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$24,500.00
Books$2,740.00
Fees$1,500.00
Tests$200.00
Total Cost$28,940.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)

Application Procedure

After an in-person interview, students will get a Criminal Background Check done and take the Hesi exam Hesi exam The exam has 3 attempts and $55 non-refundable fee Students must score 75% or higher on the exam. The maximum tuition and fees for this occupation is $8000.00

Entry Requirements:

  • Drug/Alcohol Screening
  • Other - Hesi exam; Students must score 75% or higher on the exam

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Online/E-Learning Instruction