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Practical Nurse - Lawton/Frederick

Practical Nurse - Lawton/Frederick

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Description

This program prepares the student to become a licensed practical nurse, an important member of the health care team who works under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or dentist. Students will learn the role of the LPN and how to care for a variety of patients including geriatric, pediatric, oncology, and pre/post operative patients. Students will learn how to identify patient problems, identify appropriate interventions and evaluate nursing care. Graduates of this program will be eligible take the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) and become licensed through the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

Employment Options

The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.

Long Term Care Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse  – Approximate Pay Potential: $18-30 per hour. (O*NET source: Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 29-2061.00)

You will learn to

  • Utilize effective communication and critical thinking skills to deliver quality patient care
  • Provide patients with physical and psychological care for the treatment of various diseases
  • Develop clinical skills and hands on experience in a wide range of health settings

Who can attend?

A blue letter 'A' inside a white circle, with a blue border. Adult 

Where?

A circular logo with the word 'Lawton' and a view of a sign. Lawton - Main Campus

The Frederick city seal features a building, flag, and the city name. Frederick - Branch Campus

Cost of Attendance Summary

1st Semester:  $2,061.50    

2nd Semester:  $2,061.50

Practical Nursing Fees: $2,232.21

Misc. Expenses: $258.00

Practical Nurse Cost Sheet - Lawton 12 Month

Cost of Attendance Summary

1st Semester:  $2,061.50    

2nd Semester:  $2,061.50

Practical Nursing Fees: $2,232.21

Misc. Expenses: $258.00

Practical Nurse Cost Sheet - Lawton 18 Month

Cost of Attendance Summary

1st Semester:  $2,061.50    

2nd Semester:  $2,061.50

Practical Nursing Fees: $2,232.21

Misc. Expenses: $258.00

Practical Nurse Cost Sheet - Frederick

Financial Aid and Scholarships

This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify.
(See Financial Aid)

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Certification Outcomes:

NCLEX-PN

Applying for this Program

Lawton Campus - Adult Student


PRACTICAL NURSE ADMISSION BOOKLET

Start Your Application Today!

Please download and read the Non-Medical Admission Booklet above then start your application below.

If you are applying as an ADULT STUDENT, please come to Student Resource Center at Great Plains Technology Center and meet with a Career Advisor to finalize your application.

Student Resource Center

Call: 580-250-5535
Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

Walk-in or Postal:
Great Plains Technology Center
Attn: Student Resource Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Building 100, Room 107
Lawton, OK 73505

Frederick Campus - Adult Student


PRACTICAL NURSE ADMISSION BOOKLET

Non-Medical Admission Booklet

For Tillman – Kiowa campus in Frederick, to set an appointment with a career counselor or for questions and assistance on enrolling,  you may use any forms of the communications below.

Call: 580-335-5525
Email: Mandy Carter mcarter@greatplains.edu

Great Plains Technology Center
Branch Campus
2001 E. Gladstone
Frederick, OK 73542

Contact:
580-250-5668
kray@greatplains.edu

Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505

Program Begins

August & February

"I really enjoy the interaction with students and feeling I have made a difference in their lives, allowing them to pursue a career in industry after completing the program. Being an instructor at Great Plains allows me to teach people new, professional skills that change lives. The skills learned not only benefits the students and their families, but improves the lives of the patients they serve and the communities in which they work."

- Pamela Williams, Instructor

"I really enjoy the interaction with students and feeling I have made a difference in their lives, allowing them to pursue a career in industry after completing the program."

- Kay Ray, Instructor

"I enjoy having the opportunity to educate students to the nursing profession. It is very rewarding to me to be able to help my students achieve their goals and to be successful in their pursuit of a career in nursing."

- Leslie Givens, Instructor

Great Plains Practical Nursing Program Statistics

Year Number of Applicants Number Accepted Total Number Students Enrolled Total Number of Graduates Program Completion Rate Graduate Job Placement Rate
24/25
As of 10/22/25
99 66 61* 34* 87.20% 97%
23/24
As of
10/22/24
101 92 52* 35* 92.30% 100%
22/23
As of 10/23/23
81 60 65* 41 74% 100%
21/22
As of 10/28/22
85 75 67* 28 69% 100%
20/21
As of 10/15/21
204 90 54* 40 73% 97%
19/20
As of 10/19/20
116 80 61* 40 83% 100%

 

Year Number of 1st Time Test Takers Number Passed NCLEX on 1st Attempt Annual NCLEX Pass Rate
(Per OBN)
2025 40 37 Not available as of
10/22/2025
2024 36 34 94.40%
2023 30 29 96.56%
2022 33 30 91%
2021 24 22 94.74%
2020 23 22 95.65%

*As reported to ACEN

The PN Career Program is approved by:
Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
2501 N. Lincoln Blvd., Ste. 207
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105
Phone: (405) 962-1800 
Fax (405)962-1821
Oklahoma Board of Nursing (510)

The Great Plains Technology Center is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Graduates of this state-approved program are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for practical nurses. Applicants for Oklahoma licensure must meet all state and federal requirements to hold an Oklahoma license to practice nursing. In addition to completing a state-approved nursing education program that meets educational requirements and successfully passing the licensure examination, requirements include submission of an application for licensure, a criminal history records search, and evidence of citizenship or qualified alien status [59 O.S. §§567.5 & 567.6]. To be granted a license, an applicant must have the legal right to be in the United States (United States Code Chapter 8, Section 1621). In addition, Oklahoma law only allows a license to be issued to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and legal permanent resident aliens. Other qualified aliens may be issued a temporary license that is valid until the expiration of their visa status, or if there is no expiration date, for one year. Applicants who are qualified aliens must present to the Board office, in person, valid documentary evidence of:

  1. A valid, unexpired immigrant or nonimmigrant visa status for admission into the United States;
  2. A pending or approved application for asylum in the United States;
  3. Admission into the United States in refugee status;
  4. A pending or approved application for temporary protected status in the United States;
  5. Approved deferred action status; or
  6. A pending application for adjustment of status to legal permanent resident status or conditional resident status.

The Board has the authority to deny a license, recognition or certificate; issue a license, recognition or certificate with conditions and/or an administrative penalty; or to issue and otherwise discipline a license, recognition or certificate to an individual with a history of criminal background, disciplinary action on any professional or occupational license or certification, or judicial declaration of mental incompetence [59 O.S. §567.8]. These cases are considered on an individual basis at the time application for licensure is made. Potential applicants to state-approved education programs, with a criminal history, may obtain a determination of eligibility for licensure or certification from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing for a fee. The determination of eligibility for licensure petition can be accessed at

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  1. Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
    3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
    (404) 975-5000  www.acenursing.org
  2. The practical nursing program at Great Plains Technology Center at the Lawton and Frederick campus located in Lawton, Oklahoma 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.

  1. Initial Accreditation
  2. Continuing Accreditation
  3. Continuing Accreditation with Conditions
  4. Continuing Accreditation with Warning
  5. Continuing Accreditation for Good Cause

–View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at