An LPN instructor guides a student through patient assessment using a manikin in the MCC LPN Skills lab. Photo: MCC.
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) | Chicago Campus
What Does the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program Include?
Midwestern Career College offers a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program at its Chicago Main Campus in Chicago, Illinois. The 48-week program combines classroom instruction, skills laboratory practice, simulation-based training, and supervised clinical experiences to prepare graduates for licensure. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®) and to pursue licensure as Licensed Practical Nurses in Illinois. The program is approved by the Illinois State Board of Nursing and supports entry-level practice in a range of healthcare settings. Graduates pursue licensure as Licensed Practical Nurses (SOC 29-2061) in Illinois.
How Long Is the LPN Program at the Chicago Campus?
MCC’s LPN program in Chicago is structured as a 48-week program delivered across three terms. Coursework is paired with skills lab and simulation experiences, followed by supervised clinical training to reinforce real-world patient care readiness. Program length and structure are designed to move students efficiently from foundational nursing concepts to applied practice while maintaining alignment with licensure preparation expectations.
Does the LPN Program Prepare Students for the NCLEX-PN?
Yes. The LPN program at Midwestern Career College in Chicago is designed to prepare graduates to sit for the NCLEX-PN® and pursue Licensed Practical Nurse licensure through the applicable state board of nursing. Instruction integrates nursing theory with skills lab, simulation-based practice, and supervised clinical experience so students develop safe, competent, entry-level practical nursing capabilities aligned to licensure expectations.
Is the LPN Program Approved in Illinois?
MCC’s Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program is approved by the Illinois State Board of Nursing. Midwestern Career College is also listed as an approved nursing education program by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). These approvals confirm that the Chicago-based program meets state requirements for practical nursing education and supports a standard pathway to NCLEX-PN testing and licensure.
Where Is MCC’s Chicago Campus Located?
The Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program is offered at Midwestern Career College’s Chicago Main (LaSalle) campus in the heart of the Chicago Loop. Instruction and skills development occur in MCC learning environments that include skills and simulation lab training, with clinical hours completed through supervised experiences in real healthcare settings. Students enroll and train in Chicago while following an Illinois-approved licensure pathway for practical nursing.
Midwestern Career College is currently accepting applications for its Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program at the Chicago campus.
Spring 2026 enrollment is now open. Call (312) 236-9000ext. 1 to schedule an enrollment appointment.
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Midwestern Career College’s Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program focuses on educating practical nursing students to develop strong clinical skills and sound clinical judgment, enabling them to deliver safe, high-quality, and effective nursing care.
The curriculum emphasizes the practical application of theory acquired in the classroom and skills lab, translating learning into real-world patient care across a variety of clinical settings and simulation laboratories. The program is designed to prepare students to sit for the NCLEX-PN® and to enter the nursing profession as safe, competent licensed practical nurses.
Additionally, the curriculum supports students in achieving the end-of-program student learning outcomes (EPSLOs) and required professional competencies.
MCC’s Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program is approved by the Illinois State Board of Nursing.
Approved Nursing Program – Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
Midwestern Career College is listed as an approved nursing education program by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
The Licensed Practical Nursing program at Midwestern Career College prepares students to develop strong clinical skills and sound clinical judgment needed to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality nursing care. The program integrates classroom instruction with hands-on lab and supervised clinical experiences, equipping students for real-world healthcare environments.
What Do Licensed Practical Nurses Do?
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide direct, hands-on patient care by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, assisting with activities of daily living, and supporting patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These settings may include hospitals, clinics, schools, and long-term care facilities. LPNs work under the supervision of registered nurses as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team focused on safe, patient-centered care.
LPN Program Curriculum
The curriculum emphasizes the practical application of nursing theory through structured classroom learning, skills laboratory practice, and supervised clinical experiences. Students also develop and refine their clinical judgment in a controlled simulation environment before entering clinical settings. The program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue licensure by sitting for the NCLEX-PN® and to function as competent, entry-level practical nurses within the healthcare profession.
Student Learning Outcomes
Apply the nursing process to provide safe, quality care for patients across the lifespan with common, well-defined healthcare needs.
Demonstrate clinical judgment in a systematic and organized manner when making patient care decisions.
Safely perform and coordinate patient-centered nursing care.
Collaborate effectively with members of the healthcare team.
Communicate clearly and professionally with patients and healthcare team members.
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The LPN Simulation Lab at MCC is a dedicated two-bed patient care lab designed to mirror a realistic clinical setting for LPN students. The Simulation Lab uses MedVision’s adult high-fidelity “Leonardo” and pediatric “Arthur” patient manikins, as well as Gaumard mid-fidelity birthing manikin “Noelle”.
Each manikin has capabilities that support basic nursing skills and advanced features such as advanced airway, neurological, and physiological functions for realistic clinical training. Learn more about the advanced capabilities of one of the manikins, the “Leonardo” manikin (pictured), from MedVision’s website.
Certifications
Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), administered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-PN, graduates may apply for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure through the applicable State Board of Nursing, in accordance with state regulations.
Program Length
48 weeks (3 terms)
54 semester credit hours
360 clinical & SIM hours
Clinical Training
Midwestern Career College’s Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program includes 360 hours of clinical training, combining simulation-based learning with supervised clinical experiences. Students practice in MCC’s Simulation Lab using high-fidelity MedVision adult manikin Leonardo, pediatric manikin Arthur, and the Gaumard mid-fidelity birthing manikin Noelle. These tools allow students to engage in lifelike patient-care scenarios ranging from routine nursing skills to more complex clinical situations.
The Skills and Medication Labs provide structured, supervised practice in essential nursing skills, including medication preparation and administration, helping students develop accuracy, confidence, and patient-safety awareness.
Students complete their remaining clinical hours at MCC-affiliated healthcare partner sites in the Chicago area, gaining hands-on experience in real healthcare environments.
This comprehensive clinical training supports students’ transition from the academic setting into professional nursing practice by reinforcing clinical competence, confidence, and readiness for patient care.
Career Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), licensed practical nursing (LPN) employment is expected to grow by 3% from 2024–2034, which is classified as as fast as average. The BLS also has information on career outlook for licensed practical nurses. Licensed Practical Nurses work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and community health settings.
Projected Job Growth for Licensed Practical Nurses (2024–2034)
Midwestern Career College is currently accepting applications for its Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program at the Chicago campus. Request Information or call Admissions directly at (312) 236-9000 ext. 1.
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