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Great Oaks OTC Adult Practical Nursing Program:
Preparing the Next Generation of Nursing

Ready to make a positive impact in healthcare? The Great Oaks OTC Adult Practical Nursing Program empowers you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a successful Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Join the Next Generation of nurses who are making a difference in the lives of others. 

Launch your rewarding LPN career in just 11 months! 

The Great Oaks OTC Adult Practical Nursing Program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and professional qualities to thrive as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ohio. Our curriculum aligns with the Ohio Board of Nursing's Nurse Practice Act, empowering graduates to make a difference in diverse care setting. 

This fast-paced 11-month program is ideal for individuals passionate about patient care and eager to enter the healthcare field quickly. You will gain the essential skills and knowledge to provide basic nursing care to patients in various healthcare environments through engaging classroom instruction, hands-on simulations, and supervised clinical rotations. Upon completing the Practical Nursing Program, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).

PROGRAM QUICK FACTS

    • 1,300 hours

  • Monday-Friday 

    • 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

    Clinical days start at 7:00 am on Mondays and Tuesdays.

    • September 22, 2025 - TBD

  • Health Professions Academy at
    Scarlet Oaks Career Campus 
    303 Scarlet Oaks Drive, Entry 3
    Cincinnati, Ohio 45241

  • Tuition: $15,004
    Tools/Supplies: $3,196
    Books: $300

    • Total: $18,500
    • Indirect Costs:  These are not costs to attend Great Oaks, but an estimate of living expenses you may have while attending school. They are shown for federal financial aid purposes, and include child care, housing, transportation, etc.
    • Dependent Student: $14,478
    • Independent Student: $18,062

    • TEAS exam, BCI and FBI background checks, immunizations, and drug screen.

    • Certificate of program completion. 
    • Graduates who have met all program requirements will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN.

**It is crucial that you establish your ATI New Student Account ASAP – Do Not Delay. From the TEAS Prep | TEAS Registration | ATI home page, click the CREATE ACCOUNT link in the top, right corner**

Register to take the TEAS test at Great Oaks

Free ATI TEAS Practice Test | ATI

Program Highlights:

  • Effective Communication: Develop strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with patients, familites, and healthcare teams. 
  • Safe and Competent Care: Master essential nursing skills to provide safe and effective care in various healthcare environments, including extended care facilities, hospitals, clinics, and home care. 
  • NCLEX-PN Preparation: Gain the knowledge and skills required to successfully pass the NCLEX-PN licensing exam.
  • Lifelong Learning: Cultivate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development throughout your nursing career.