Practical Nursing

Locations: Lehi

Program length
2 semesters

Total cost
$6,032

Next Application Period
May 15 – June 15

Locations
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Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide nursing care to clients with a variety of health needs. LPNs work in a variety of healthcare settings as they work under the direction of registered nurses, physician assistants, doctors, and dentists. MTECH’s LPN program prepares students to function as an entry- level nurse. In this program, students receive both classroom theory and practical clinical experience.

Students who complete the Practical Nursing program will receive a certificate of completion from MTECH, are prepared to take the NCLEX-PN exam, and are prepared to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Graduates have the opportunity to enter bridge programs where they can work towards becoming a registered nurse (RN)

92% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

88% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Licensure Examination Pass Rate: 100%

This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more

Application opens:
May 15 – June 15 (Fall start)
October 15 – November 14 (Spring start)

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years old

This is an application based program. All prospective students must fill out the Licensed Practical Nursing application and submit it during the open application periods.

All in-person information sessions will be held at the MTECH Practical Nursing building located at 2801 Ashton Blvd, Lehi, Utah. The information sessions provide an opportunity for potential students to learn more about the MTECH Practical Nursing Program and ask any questions about the application process or the program. Each information session will be approximately 60 minutes in duration. 
 
We highly recommend attendance at one of the in-person information sessions, however, if you are unable to attend one of the in-person information sessions, there will be one virtual session available per application cycle. If you are interested in attending the virtual session, please RSVP to nursing@mtec.edu and include your email address. You will be sent an invitation to join the session a day or two before the scheduled virtual session. If you have attended an information session within 6 months of your application you will receive a point on your application whether you attend in person or virtually.
 
2025 Spring meeting dates
  • January 31st, 10:00 am
  • February 14th, 12:00 pm
  • March 14th, 9:00 am
  • March 28th, virtual meeting 10:00 am
  • April 21st, 10:00 am
  • May 6th, 10:00 am
  • Current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certificate
  • Health evaluation form
  • BLS certificate
  • ATI TEAS test
    • Test scores are valid for one year. 
  • Completion of the following courses from a regionally accredited institution with a C grade or better:
    • Anatomy
    • Physiology
    • Human Growth and Development OR Psychology


See how your college credits will transfer to UVU HERE.

Please note that we cannot accept courses taken from private schools such as Provo College, Joyce, study.com, etc. We also cannot accept courses from non-accredited institutions.

TEAS Test

TEAS tests will be scored according to the overall percentage earned on the test. If a student scores 78.5% on the TEAS test, the score will be rounded up to 79% and the applicant will be awarded 7.9 out of 10 possible points. If a student scores 78.4% on the test, the score will not be rounded up and the applicant will be awarded 7.8 out of 10 possible points. 

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Work History – Direct Health Care Experience

Experience

  • 6 months or more: +3
  • 6 months or less: +2
  • Non-medical work experience: +1
  • Volunteer work: +1           
  • No work or volunteer experience: 0

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Required Prerequisite Courses – 5 points per course
(Anatomy, Physiology, Human Growth OR Psychology) with a C grade or better)

Course Grade

  • A grade: +5
  • A- grade: +4
  • B+ grade: +3
  • B grade: +2
  • B- grade: +1
  • C+ or lower: +0

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Additional (not required) Prerequisite Courses – 1 point per course for grades of B- or higher.

Course

  • Human Growth and Development: +1 (if not awarded in the above section)
  • Psychology: +1 (if not awarded in the above section)  
  • Elementary Chemistry: +1
  • Math 1030, 1040, 1050, or 1080: +1 (max 1 point) 
  • English 1010 or 2010: +1 (max 1 point)
  • Nutrition: +1

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Previous Qualified Applicant

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Attendance at Information Session

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Total Points

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Selection Process
  • Applicants will be ranked according to their scores on the application.
  • Applicants with the top scores (up to 35) will be contacted for an interview.
  • All applicants will be notified within two weeks after the application close date as to whether or not they are eligible for an interview.
  • The application score and interview score for each applicant interviewed will be combined.
  • Up to 24 students are admitted into the program each semester.
  • The applicants with the top scores will be offered seats in the program.
  • The applicants not offered seats in the program will be placed on the alternate list.
  • Applicants accepted into the program and those who are on the alternate list will be notified after interviews have been conducted and overall scores have been tallied.  
  • Applicants on the alternate list may be notified of available seat(s) in the program as late as the beginning of the first week of class.

Contact nursing@mtec.edu with any additional questions.

SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Fall 2024Lehi Nursing Building8/15/20245/16/20257:00 AM4:30 PMM-F
Spring 2025Lehi Nursing Building1/6/202512/19/20257:00 AM4:30 PMM-F
Schedule Notes:Classes are not held during the summer. Some clinicals may take place on a weekend shift.
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Course NameCourse DescriptionCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course Fees
Nursing 1100: Foundations1204x$480.00$633.00
Nursing 1110: Clinical I90x2$240.00$0.00
Nursing 1120: Lab & Sim I1204x$480.00$150.00
Nursing 1200: Pharmacology I602x$240.00$150.00
Nursing 1300: Mental Health602x$240.00$150.00
Nursing 2100: Adult Health1204x$480.00$239.00
Nursing 2110: Clinical II120x2$240.00$0.00
Nursing 2120: Lab & Sim II602x$240.00$150.00
Nursing 2200 Pharmacology II602x$240.00$150.00
Nursing 2300: Care of Women and Children903x$360.00$150.00
TOTALS:900234$3,240.00$1,772.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first semester in the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$3,240.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Application Fee:$30.00
Student Fees:$1,772.00
Required Materials:$950.00
Industry Exam Fee:$0.00
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*Total includes tuition, fees, materials, and optional materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Textbooks/Workbooks1 Included in Course Fees included in course fees
Practical Nursing Entrance Exam – TEAS Test1Must be taken before submitting application$90.00
Scrubs2Cost may vary; Students will order their scrubs through a prearanged site according to the program scrub store$100.00
My Clinical Exchange1Included in Course Fees$20.00
Background Check and Drug Screen1Will be done after acceptance into the program$100.00
Immunizations1Cost may vary$200.00
Blood Pressure Kit and Stethoscope1Cost may vary$40.00
Watch with Second Hand1Cost may vary depending on student preference$50.00
Black closed toe shoes 1Cost may vary depending on student preference$50.00
National NCLEX-PN Exam1Paid to NCSBN when scheduling the exam$200.00
Utah State PN License Fee1Paid to DOPL after graduating from the program and passing the NCLEX-PN Exam$100.00
Laptop1Requiredvaries
Total Cost of Required Materials$950.00
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Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
Lab CoatOrdered through AllHeart according to your program $50.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials$50.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Practical Nursing
  • Students are prepared to take the NCLEX-PN exam

I have a Medical Assisting of EMT certificate. Can I use this instead of a CNA certificate?
No. The pre-requisites for the nursing program is a CNA. The course work for CNA’s is focused on skilled nursing facilities and acute care hospital facilities. Recognizing how to perform activities of daily living for patients are part of nursing care. Having this background is crucial for the nursing profession.

Why do I need to have pre-requisites?
Having an understanding of anatomy and physiology will set you up for success as the study of disease processes occur. Psychology and/or Human growth and development helps with therapeutic communication as dialogue occurs between patients and nurses. MTECH has an articulation agreement with UVU, allowing Practical Nursing graduates transition into a RN program. These pre-requiste classes are which will be required for RN course work as well.

How to Apply

Complete Required Prerequisite Courses

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certificate.
  • BLS from American Heart Association
  • Medical Health Evaluation Form
  • Completion of the following courses from a regionally accredited institution with a C grade or better:
    • Anatomy
    • Physiology
    • Human Growth and Development OR Psychology

Please note that we cannot accept courses taken from private schools such as Provo College, study.com, etc.

There is no time limit associated with the completion of the prerequisite courses. However, you will be most successful in the LPN program if your courses have been taken within the past 5 years.

Take the ATI TEAS Test

For directions on how to sign up for the TEAS, please click here.

Pay Application Fee

The $30 application fee can be paid through Student Services. Please note that the emailed receipt will be a necessary upload on the application.

Submit the Practical Nursing Application

Application periods are:
May 15 - June 15 (Fall start)
October 15 - November 15 (Spring start)

The application is only available during the open application period.
The following documents should be compiled for the application:

  • ATI TEAS results (within the last year)
  • Current CNA certificate
  • Health evaluation form
  • BLS certificate from AHA
  • Copies of all official transcripts
  • Report of Health Evaluation Form
  • Headshot Photo (passport quality)
  • Receipt of application fee

Accreditation Information

The Practical Nursing program at Mountainland Technical College (MTECH) at the Lehi Campus, located in Lehi, Utah is accredited by:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: (404) 975-5000

Email: info@acennursing.org
Web: www.acenursing.org

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Practical Nursing program is continuing accreditation.

2021 Program Outcomes
Licensure Examination Pass Rate: 97%
Program Completion Rate: 90%
Job Placement Rate: 90%

2022 Program Outcomes
Licensure Examination Pass Rate: 100%
Program Completion Rate: 83%
Job Placement Rate: 88%

2023 Program Outcomes
Licensure Examination Pass Rate: 100%
Program Completion Rate: TBD
Job Placement Rate: TBD

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Program Coordinator
Lynda Middlebrook

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Program length
2 semesters
Total cost
$6,032
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