The First Line of Care
The Practical Nursing program combines basic skills with scientific principles and nursing theory. Learning is organized according to body systems ranging from simple to complex, with each concept building upon another. Students practice both the theory and application of principles learned, first in a simulated lab situation and then in care facilities under the supervision of faculty members. Students of Practical Nursing learn to recognize their strengths and abilities while remaining within the scope of their practice. Graduates are prepared to function in a structured healthcare environment under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or another primary healthcare provider as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). More than 90 percent of graduates in recent years have found steady employment in the nursing field. In June 2025, Best Value Schools recognized UBTech’s Practical Nursing program as the top LPN program in the state of Utah, and in 2024 and 2025, it was recognized by Nursing Process as the fourth-ranked Practical Nursing Program out of 423 nursing schools in the entire Western region.
Application Process
Practical Nursing applications are available at the UBTech campus or may be mailed to the applicant. Applications may be completed and submitted to the UBTech Practical Nursing Department.
Fall Cohort (August) | Application period is March 1st – May 31st.
Spring Cohort (January) | Application period is August 1st – October 31st.
Before applying, applicants must complete the prerequisites, meet with a Student Success Advisor, and complete the entrance exam.
Proof of completion by official transcript sent from the issuing school must be submitted with the application. In addition, course descriptions must be included with transcripts for courses taken at schools other than USU.
Licensed Practical Nurses are prepared to work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician in hospitals, doctors’ offices, care centers, home health care settings, and rehabilitation facilities.
Scholarships Available
Program Length:
- 26 credits
Average completion time:
- Day: 35 weeks
- Evening: 43 weeks
Important Dates/Times:
Deadlines:
- Fall/August application period is March 1st to May 31st.
- Spring/January application is August 1st to October 31st.
Hours:
Clinical and lab days vary.
Day:
- M-F| 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Evening:
- M-W | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Th-F | Times vary
Tuition and Fees:
- Tuition – $2600
- Fees – $130
- Books and Supplies: $3500
Entrance Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Pass Random Drug Screen
- Pass Background Check
- NEX Exam Score of 138 or higher
- Grade of “B-” or higher in all prerequisite courses:
- Human Anatomy and Human Physiology.
- Labs are recommended, but not required for UBTech’s Practical Nursing program. Labs will be required if students are interested in completing a BSN.
- Human Growth and Development OR General Psychology OR Lifespan Development
- Human Anatomy and Human Physiology.
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant
Upon completion of the program, students must pass NCLEX-PN Exam to license as a Practical Nurse.
Enrollment:
- Structured
Open to:
- Adults 18 years or older
Campus:
- Roosevelt only
Additional Info:
- Pell Eligible: Yes
- VA Eligible: Yes
Earning Potential:
- $36,690- $59,380 yearly
Local Utah yearly salaries are estimated by careeronestop.org
Information Technology:
- A Chrome book is offered in some programs. If one is not available, the student can use the UBTech Computer Lab or bring their own internet-capable device for educational use in class.
Electronic Student Resources:
- Canvas orientation course contains electronic learning resources that can be used throughout your time in the program. Each canvas course links to these resources, and they will be updated regularly.
Canvas:
Canvas can be accessed from any internet-connected computer at the following URL: https://ubtech.instructure.com/login.
For technical problems encountered while in Canvas, use the Help button in Canvas and the “Report a Problem” link. Response time on support requests will be no more than 24-hours within the operational schedule of the program. A general orientation to Canvas can be found in the New Student Orientation, but faculty will also offer an orientation specific to technology in your program on your first day of class.
The Practical Nursing program at Uintah Basin Technical College at the Roosevelt Campus located in Roosevelt, Utah is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Practical nursing program is continuing accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding the program on the ACEN website. http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
COE Student Outcomes for Calendar Year 2024
- Completion: 95%
- Licensure: 100%
- Placement: 100%
ACEN Student Outcomes for Calendar Year 2024
- Program completion rate: 95%
- Licensure examination pass rate for all first-time test takers: 100%
- Job Placement: 86.67%
- Progression rate to ADN/AAS Program: 80%
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