Where compassion meets career
Nursing isn’t just a career—it’s a calling grounded in compassion, empathy, and a deep desire to make a difference. As a nurse, you’ll offer comfort, healing, and strength when it’s needed most, forming meaningful connections that leave a lasting impact. It’s a path filled with purpose and heart, where every day brings the opportunity to change lives—including your own.
In our Practical Nursing program, you will learn to provide compassionate and empathetic care that truly touches the lives of your patients. You will gain the skills to make critical, evidence-based decisions that ensure the highest quality of care. This program will teach you to develop a strong professional identity, empowering you to advocate for and uplift those you serve. With state-of-the-art teaching tools and a focus on client-centered care and continuous improvement, you will be prepared to meet the complex needs of today’s healthcare environment.
Location: Practical Nursing – Staples Campus / Nursing Assistant – Brainerd and Staples Campus
View Admissions Information for CLC Nursing Programs
Initial LPN Licensure (pdf)
2024-2025 PN Student Handbook (pdf)
Fast Facts
Our Practical Nursing program is built to help you succeed—both in the classroom and on the licensing exam. With a 94% average pass rate, and many cohorts achieving a 100% pass rate, you’ll be well-prepared to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
The CLC Practical Nursing Diploma program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
More than 300 hours of hands-on skills and direct patient care experience!
US Annual Job Openings 54,000
Currently Employed
857,800
The CLC Promise
Central Lakes College promises to provide you with an extraordinary education
that is affordable, accessible and enhances quality of your life.
Program Instructors
*Source: CareerOneStop – US Dept. of Labor