Practical Nursing (LPN Program) in Florida

  • Practical Nursing Courses in Florida

    See what it’s like to enter a Practical Nursing (LPN) program from a national leader in nursing education. Eligible new students can earn the LPN Care Grant, new laptop program, convenient admission process and graduate in as few as 12 months. Your future is RU Ready!

    Fill out the form to receive:

    • Customized support services
    • Detailed program plan
    • Personalized financial aid for those who qualify
    Contact Information

    Please enter your first name.

    Please enter your last name.

    There is an error in email. Make sure your answer has:

    • An "@" symbol
    • No spaces
    • A suffix such as ".com", ".edu", etc.

    There is an error in phone number. Make sure your answer has:

    • 10 digits
    • No dashes, slashes or spaces
    • No country code (e.g. "1" for USA)
    • No numbers starting with "0" or "1"

    There is an error in ZIP code. Make sure your answer has only 5 digits.

    Program Preferences

    Do You Have Potential Transfer Credits?

    Please choose a School of study.

    Please choose a program.

    Please choose a degree level.

    By submitting this form by clicking “Learn More”, you are providing your signature and your express written consent, and hereby agree to receive information via electronic means, which may include a telephone system, an automated dialing system, a recorded message device, soundboard technology, over-the-top messaging, text or media messaging, voice messages, and/or email about upcoming courses, recruitment events, newsletters, and other resources from Rasmussen University. This consent is not a condition of enrollment or purchase.

    You may withdraw your consent at any time. Please refer to our privacy policy, terms or contact us for more details.

Make an Impact with a Practical Nursing (LPN) Program

Prepare to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the Sunshine State! In your Practical Nursing courses, you’ll learn from skilled instructors and work alongside other motivated LPN program students.

You’ll feel confident for the NCLEX-PN® exam in as few as 12 months. In fact, 95.2% of our LPN students in Florida passed the NCLEX-PN in 2024.

Receive support at every step with academic advising, tutoring, financial aid for those who qualify, career services and 24/7 tech support.

Tuition Savings and a New Laptop

Start your Practical Nursing courses with every advantage available. You may be eligible to save up to $2,000 on your Practical Nursing program tuition with our LPN Care Grant. Combine that with the save up to $2,000 on your Practical Nursing program tuition with our LPN Care Grant. Combine that with the opportunity to receive a new laptop if you start on or before July 7, 2025.


Prepare to become an LPN. Get started today!

Request Information

LPN Programs Near Me

You want to make an impact on patients in your local community, so you may be asking yourself, “Where are licensed practical nurse courses near me?”

You can find an LPN program at our following Florida campuses: Central Pasco in Odessa, Fort Myers, Ocala and Tampa/Brandon.

  • At our Central Pasco and Tampa/Brandon campuses, you can take weekend LPN program courses Friday through Saturday, allowing a better work-life balance during the week.

LPN to RN Bridge

As a Practical Nursing student in Florida, you’re taking a great first step into the nursing field. If you decide to increase your scope of practice as a registered nurse (RN), you can pursue our accelerated LPN to RN Bridge program.

Online and On-Campus Practical Nursing Courses

  • Start Your Practical Nursing (LPN) Program Sooner: There is no prerequisite coursework for admission, no need to apply twice, eight start dates a year and no wait lists for qualified applicants at many of our Florida campuses.
  • Hands-On Experience: You’ll benefit from the best of three worlds in your Practical Nursing courses, including flexible online courses, on-campus labs and hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
  • Holistic, Compassionate Care: Real-world scenarios in your Practical Nursing courses will help you be able to think and act quickly with confidence to better serve diverse patients as an LPN.

LPN Program Job Market Outlook

Take advantage of the 13% projected job growth for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in Florida through 2032. Which is why it’s even better to consider a Practical Nursing (LPN) program near you. You can pursue a fulfilling career as an LPN in a variety of healthcare settings, including:

  • Hospitals
  • Long-term care facilities
  • Assisted living centers
  • Rehabilitation centers
  • Outpatient/ambulatory care centers
  • Home health care services
  • Clinics
  • Physician's offices

"My career will allow me to present all of the skills I have learned throughout this journey to individuals who will come to me seeking medical care and guidance… I encourage everyone who takes an interest in the medical field to at least put thought into becoming a medical assistant. You will not regret it."

Chasady C., Medical Assisting Graduate

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Expand All

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides hands-on nursing care, working under the direction of healthcare workers such as registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and physicians. Practical Nursing courses instruct in areas including monitoring patients’ health, administering basic care, reporting patients’ concerns and updating health records.

Though this is not a fully online Practical Nursing program (or LPN program), it does include some self-directed assessments and online coursework as a means to save time and money. The Practical Nursing courses are largely hands-on and campus-based where you’ll get career-focused training through onsite clinicals. Plus, in the greater Tampa metro area, you can choose between weekday or evening and weekend course options.

You need a high school diploma, but unlike many other nursing schools, there are no prerequisite courses in order to enroll. There are also no wait lists at many campuses for qualified applicants. You only need to apply once and you can begin your LPN classes when it’s convenient for you with our eight start dates a year.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Are there LPN schools near me?” You’re in luck! You can find a Practical Nursing (LPN) program at our following Florida campuses: Central Pasco in Odessa, Fort Myers, Ocala and Tampa/Brandon.

RU Ready to become an LPN?

Request Information