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Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
West Nyack, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 65 Parrott Rd, Bldg 3, West Nyack, NY 10994 · Phone: 84562747704830 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in West Nyack, New York offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% New York state average, with median graduate debt of $8,756 and median earnings of $68,647 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is $40,784, federal financial aid is accepted, and 72.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $54,480 | $67,180 | $76,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | $49,221 | $43,426 | $8,571 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school campus in West Nyack, New York. It is accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, and Office of the Professions, and it participates in federal Title IV aid, so students can use FAFSA and other federal financial aid to help pay for enrollment. The campus's primary offering is its LPN / LVN program, with 36 recent completers reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, compared to a New York state average of 64.0%, putting this campus above the state average for completion. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,756, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $68,647. The annual cost of attendance is listed as $40,784, and 72.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Enrollment for the program stood at 37 students.
Given its single, focused LPN program and public control, this campus setting appears suited to students seeking a direct path into practical nursing licensure, including adult career-changers, though program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm current tuition, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school, and can verify accreditation status and outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers an LPN / LVN practical nursing program, with 36 recent completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, and Office of the Professions, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 72.4% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, compared to a New York state average of 64.0%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,756, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $68,647.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $40,784 in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means it is operated by a local or state educational agency such as BOCES, and it participates in federal financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at the phone number or website listed to confirm scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review outcomes data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's listed URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-program, licensure-focused structure suggests it could suit adults changing careers, but specific scheduling and cohort details are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The program is an LPN / LVN track, which typically leads to a practical nursing license, but specific licensing exam requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone or visit its website at https://www.rocklandboces.org/programs-for-students/adult-education/practical-nursing for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare other LPN programs directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.