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Practical Nursing in Alabama

Practical Nursing Schools in Alabama

1,369 students earned Practical Nursing degrees in Alabama in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Practical Nursing is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 40 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Practical Nursing Majors in Alabama

Practical Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,347
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,347
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 11
Bachelor’s Degree 11

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a practical nursing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of practical nursing majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.1%
  • Black or African American: 26.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.4%
  • White: 64.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 4.5%
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Jobs for Practical Nursing Grads in Alabama

34,780 people in the state and 2,152,650 in the nation are employed in jobs related to practical nursing.

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Wages for Practical Nursing Jobs in Alabama

A typical salary for a practical nursing grad in the state is $24,110, compared to a typical salary of $29,580 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Alabama that offer practical nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

216 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,204 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

157 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,048 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. 91% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 5.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

131 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,702 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 4.80% which is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,657 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

128 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,371 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,087. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. In their early career, Bevill State Community College grads earn an average salary of $28,602.

108 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,899 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $26,724 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $1,520.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,479 Total Students

90% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 44% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $23,566 after graduation.

78 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,659 Total Students

In their early career, Shelton State Community College grads earn an average salary of $28,902. This public school has an average net price of $8,017. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

75 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,308 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 88% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. A typical student attending GSCC will pay a net price of $4,239.

75 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,069 Total Students

79% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $7,780.

74 Degrees in Major Awarded
374 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 62%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $22,880 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

Practical Nursing Careers in AL

Some of the careers practical nursing majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 7% $38,010
Nursing Assistants 7% $23,290

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to practical nursing.

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Allied Health Professions 1,671
Allied Health Services 1,021
Health/Medical Admin Services 591
Dental Support Services 224
Health Sciences & Services 216
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 155
Mental & Social Health Services 104
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 28

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