Bilingual Licensed Practical Nursing is a Diploma program offered by Eastwick College in Hackensack, NJ. The program takes 18 Months, Full-Time (Day) (118 quarter credits) to complete, with a total tuition of $46,610.
Program Overview
According to the most recent census, about 7 percent of the nation’s population does not speak English. Communicating effectively with non-English speaking patients who need medical attention is a big challenge for the healthcare industry.
A bilingual nursing program can be a perfect fit for those fluent in other languages and in need of a career kick-start. Our Bilingual Licensed Practical Nursing Program (BLPN) prepares ESL-level (English as a Second Language) students to enter the healthcare field as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
The program provides a unique learning environment where students learn the English medical terminology they will need to communicate with medical personnel and patients. Students train in specialized lab classroom settings designed to emulate the conditions and procedures they will encounter when they start their careers. Skills covered include vital signs, physical assessment, and medication administration.
Career Outcomes
Nursing homes and extended care facilities, hospitals, physicians’ offices, and private homes.
Certifications and Affiliations
Upon completion of LPN curriculum, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for PN (NLCLEX-PN). Passing the NCLEX-PN grants the graduate the authority to practice LPN in the State where they applied licensure for. Eastwick College provides Basic Life Support (BLS) classes while students are completing the program. Most employers require job applicants to hold current BLS cards.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.Apply Now
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide