LPN Program | Practical Nursing Classes in Boise, Idaho

About the Practical Nursing Program in Boise

Why spend years in school only to graduate with massive amounts of debt? Our Practical Nursing program in Boise, Idaho, is designed to prepare you for a successful nursing career quickly and for less.

You will benefit from hands-on training in our modern simulation labs and at nearby healthcare facilities. We also provide NCLEX-PN test preparation and job placement assistance to help you find employment upon graduation. Enroll today!

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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 earning your PN licensure, 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 primary 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.

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Admissions Steps for the Boise Practical Nursing Program

Enrollment in our PN program includes the following steps for admission. Please see the school catalog for a complete list of requirements.

1 Meet with admissions representative (virtual or in-person)

2 Begin enrollment process

3 Complete financial aid appointment

4 Complete and pass SLE-Q entrance assessment

5 Interview with PN leadership

6 Start classes

Practical Nursing Program with a Career-Driven 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
Transition to Practice

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I knew nursing school was the career path I wanted to pursue; I just needed to find the right school to help me achieve my goals. I discovered that at Eagle Gate College.

– Julie R.

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 few minutes 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 many leading medical institutions benefits our students by providing them with several employment options upon graduation.

Job Placement Assistance

At Eagle Gate College, we offer all our students and graduates career development and employment assistance. We are committed to helping our students find career opportunities that achieve their goals. A team of career-service professionals can help you learn valuable job-searching skills and obtain employment in your chosen area.

Hands-On Learning Environment

Students at our Boise campus benefit from an immersive learning experience. Here, you can develop your skills in real-world settings you might encounter in your future job. Our clinical simulations and hands-on labs provide a safe environment for students to advance their knowledge, hone their professional skills, and learn from their mistakes under the supervision of experienced professionals.

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Although the class lectures, skills labs, and simulation labs provided us with the tools to succeed in each clinical rotation, I feel the trust and confidence we had in our instructors is what positively impacted my performance in the field.

– Nelson V.

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 from campus, you can visit Downtown Boise and enjoy its unique attractions. As a resident, you can visit the Boise River Greenbelt (a series of trails and parks that run alongside the river). 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

9300 West Overland Road
Suite #200
Boise, ID 83709

(208) 400-5809

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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. Most 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:

How much do Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) make?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) was about $56,000 as of May 2022.

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 4/5/2024)

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, about a 5-minute walk east of campus.

Does the 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?

Many students pursue their Practical Nursing 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.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), Eagle Gate College is a private institution with the mission to provide high-quality training and academic excellence in the areas of healthcare and nursing.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

Boise Campus

Effective June 28, 2024, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on June 28, 2026.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.com/candidates/candidacy.asp

Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.

Public notice of upcoming accreditation review visit by the ACEN

The Eagle Gate College – Boise Campus wishes to announce that it will host a site visit for initial accreditation of its Practical Nursing Program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

You are invited to meet with the site visit team and share your comments about the program in person at a meeting scheduled at 10:45 am (Mountain Time) on February 19, 2025, in Eagle Gate College Campus located at 9300 West Overland Road Suite #200 Boise, ID 83709, or, via Teams Virtual Meeting

Teams Link:
Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 234 854 071 166
Passcode: Wo95tY2L

Written comments are also welcome and should be submitted to the ACEN via email at public-comments@acenursing.org or to the ACEN office:

Attn: Accreditation Services Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
3390 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
All written comments should be received by the ACEN by January 20, 2025.

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The Boise Campus

Job Placement Assistance

Hands-On Learning Environment

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Accreditation

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Boise Campus

Public notice of upcoming accreditation review visit by the ACEN

The Eagle Gate College – Boise Campus wishes to announce that it will host a site visit for initial accreditation of its Practical Nursing Program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

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