Program Overview
Take the next step in your healthcare career and move closer to becoming an LPN.
Prerequisites
Nursing Assistant
*Must complete as a Junior in High School.
Continue to accelerate your nursing career with our Nursing Bridge program! Tailored for high school seniors who have completed our Nursing Assistant program and are eager to fast-track their entry into Practical Nursing. This one-year program, developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals, offers hands-on clinical experience and saves you over $1,000 compared to traditional routes. Graduate equipped with practical skills, ready to excel in diverse healthcare settings.
* Upon completion, students can apply 810 hours towards the required 1463 hours in our Adult Practical Nursing program.
This Program Is Perfect For Students Who:
- Have obtained their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
- Want to advance their healthcare career
- Are interested in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Enjoy caring for patients and supporting healthcare teams
- Are motivated to continue growing in the medical field
Schedule
Program Length: 1 Year
Program Instructor: Terra Beilby
| Program Start Date | Program Days | Program Time |
| August 2026 | Monday – Friday | Morning or Afternoon |
Program Courses
Introduction to Nursing
Fundamentals of Nursing
Pharmacology & IV Therapy
Clinical I
Clinical II
High School Credit
1 Internship Credit & 3 Elective Credits
Student Organizations
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is an international career and technical student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Education Division of ACTE. HOSA’s mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience. To learn more, visit HOSA.org.
Career Data
Our Placement Rate: 100%
Average Hourly Earnings: *$16.02
Completion/Retention Rate: 86.67%
*Information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data.
Career Opportunities
Physicians Office
Long Term Care
Skilled Nursing Facilities
Correctional Facilities
Public Schools
Home Health
Hospice
Hospitals
Insurance Companies
Student Information
Annual OBN NCLEX Pass Rate
2023 Rate for first-time testers: 89.74%
- Jan 2023-December 2023 Pass Rate for first-time testers: 100%
- August 2022-May 2023 Pass Rate for first-time testers: 94%
Accredited & Approved By:
1 of 8 nationally accredited Practical Nursing Programs in the state.
The Practical Nursing program at Tri County Technology Center located in Bartlesville is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
404.975.5000 | www.acenursing.org
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Practical Nursing program is continuing accreditation. You may view the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program here.
Approved: Oklahoma Board of Nursing
Physical Address
2501 Lincoln Blvd., Suite 207
Oklahoma City, Ok 73105
US Postal Delivery
P.O. Box 52926
Oklahoma City, Ok 73152
Phone: 405.962.1800 or 405.962.1832
Fax: 405.962.1821
Email: obnwebmaster@nursing.ok.gov
www.ok.gov/nursing
Approved: Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (ODCTE)
1500 West Seventh Avenue, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74074-4364
800.522.5810 | www.okcareertech.org
Earn College Credit
Get a head start on your future. Many Tri County Tech programs offer the opportunity to earn college credit through our partnership with Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
It’s a simple way to turn your training into college progress—saving you time and money if you choose to continue your education.
Have Questions?
Our Student Services team assists students in finding the right program, and works with counselors at our partner schools to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today our visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.
