The Practical Nursing Program at Boise
Earn your Practical Nursing diploma in as little as 12 months.
Why spend years in school only to graduate with massive amounts of debt? The Practical Nursing program at Eagle Gate College in Boise is designed to prepare you for a successful nursing career quickly and for less. Program tuition is reduced to $25,000 and if you qualify for a $5,000 scholarship you can be ready for the NCLEX-PN for as little as $20,000.
During the program, you will benefit from hands-on training in our modern simulation labs and at nearby healthcare facilities. And we provide NCLEX-PN test preparation and job placement assistance to help you find employment upon graduation. Enroll today!
What You’ll Learn
The Boise Practical Nursing program will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to pass the NCLEX-PN exam. Upon completion of your PN certification, you’ll be ready for a successful career as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
At Boise, you’ll learn how to:
- Monitor patient health metrics, such as vital signs.
- Record patient medical histories and maintain documentation.
- Deliver basic nursing care to patients.
- Collaborate effectively with patients, families, and doctors.
- Perform as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Develop critical thinking and crisis resolution skills during emergencies.
Practical Nursing Admissions Requirements at Boise
If you think our program might be right for you, please review the steps that must be taken to enroll at the Boise Campus:
1 Meet for career planning
2 Complete admissions
interview
3 Send proof of high school
education or equivalent
4 Take the assessment
exam
5 Fill out the admissions
applications
6 Complete the enrollment
agreement
Career-Driven Practical Nursing Curriculum
In addition to passing the NCLEX-PN exam and advancing your career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will gain invaluable career skills throughout the Boise Practical Nursing program.
PN graduates from Boise are trained in the following areas:
- Nursing Fundamentals – Theory
- Nursing Fundamentals – Clinical/Skills
- Introduction to Pharmacology
- Medical-Surgical – Theory
- Medical-Surgical – Clinical
- Maternal and Newborn
- Pediatrics
- Professional Development
My favorite part of Eagle Gate College was their flexible online and on campus schedule. And the clinicals were awesome!
The Boise Campus
The Boise campus is conveniently located just a few miles southwest of downtown Boise. The Towne Square Mall offers plenty of great shops and restaurants only a couple minutes down the road from our campus.
More importantly, our campus is surrounded by great medical centers such as St. Luke’s Medical Center, St. Alphonsus Medical Center, West Valley Medical, and Vibra Hospital. Our proximity to so many leading medical institutions benefits our students by providing them several employment options, upon graduation.
Career Services
Throughout your entire time at Eagle Gate College, you’ll have access to our highly praised career services department. These faculty members are solely dedicated to ensuring you’re fully prepared to earn your first job in the nursing field. From helping build your resume, to connecting you with Boise’s top healthcare providers, our career services department will give you all the tools you need to succeed as a Practical Nurse.
Efficient Programs
At Boise, you can pursue a career in nursing without spending years in school. Through our Practical Nursing program, you can graduate in as little as 12 months. We’ve purposefully tailored our programs to help you achieve your goals as efficiently and effectively as possible. We know many of you may have busy schedules, so we will do what we can to help you graduate as quickly as possible.
I chose Eagle Gate College because of the small class sizes, I got a lot of personal attention. I also made so many friends in my program and consider them my family!
Campus Location
The Eagle Gate campus in Boise, ID, is located just off exit 50A (Cole Road) from I-84, heading west. Here in Boise, there are plenty of things for students to do in their free time. Just 15 minutes away from campus, you can visit Downtown Boise and enjoy all of its amazing attractions. As a resident, you can visit the Boise River Greenbelt (a series of trails and parks that run alongside the river) and, If you’re into fine art, you can also visit the Boise Art Museum, which boasts contemporary works and an outdoor sculpture garden.
Boise Campus
Phone: (208) 400-5809
9300 West Overland Road
Suite #200
Boise, Idaho 83709
Commonly Asked Questions
Does the Boise campus offer a Practical Nursing program near me?
We welcome students from all around the world to enroll at Eagle Gate College. The majority of students at our Boise campus are either from the city of Boise or commute from one of the following nearby cities.
We serve Practical Nursing students across all of Ada County, Idaho:
| Boise, ID | Eagle, ID | Garden City, ID |
| Kuna, ID | Meridian, ID | Star, ID |
How much do Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) make?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) was $48,820, as of May 2020. The highest 10 percent earned more than $65,520.
Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program. (accessed on 12/31/2022)
How long is the Practical Nursing Program in Boise?
The Practical Nursing program in Boise can be completed in as little as 12 months.
How close is public transportation to the Boise campus?
Public transportation is located at the Towne Square Mall, which is just about a 5-minute walk east of campus.
Does Boise campus provide free parking?
Yes, there is plenty of free parking available for students.
What is the cost of the Boise Practical Nursing program?
Tuition for the practical nursing program has been reduced from $31,000 to $25,000. There are $5,000 scholarships available for those who qualify, which can further reduce tuition to $20,000.
Many students choose to pursue their PN diploma because it requires less time and money to enter the workforce than if they pursued other nursing degree programs.
The cost of fees, books, uniforms, supplies, transportation, housing, etc. can vary by student.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Please contact our admissions team for more information.
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