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Academy for Practical Nursing & Health Occupations
- 5154 Okeechobee Blvd Ste 201
- West Palm Beach, FL 33417
- OPEID College Code: 03346300
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- General Phone: (561) 683-1400
- Executive Director: Lois M Gackenheimer
- Website: www.APNHO.com

- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 376

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 81% | 80% | 27% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,233 | $4,900 | $4,900 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.8% | - | 4.7% |
| Number in Default | 11 | - | 9 |
| Number in Repayment | 189 | 151 | 191 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Licensed Practical Nurse Training
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $16,330 | $15,053 | $15,053 |
| Books and Supplies | $660 | $660 | $660 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,060 | $6,060 | $6,060 |
| Other Expenses | $3,360 | $3,360 | $3,360 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,220 | $2,220 | $2,220 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $26,410 | $25,133 | $25,133 |
| Off Campus with Family | $19,210 | $17,933 | $17,933 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | $16,990 | 1,518 Contact Hours | 14 Months |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $5,900 | 603 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Assistant | $5,900 | 603 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Home Health Aide | 16 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 140 |
| Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Assistant | 19 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | 163 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 376 Undergraduate: 376
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 23 Female: 353
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 23 Female: 353
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 376 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 376 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 340 | 90% |
| Asian | 2 | 0.5% |
| Hispanic | 15 | 4% |
| White | 19 | 5% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 9 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 39 | 10% |
| Ages 20-21 | 42 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 47 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 66 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 57 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 53 | 14% |
| Ages 40-49 | 45 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 16 | 4% |
| Age Uknown | 2 | 0.5% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 46 | 39 | 7 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 34 | 29 | 5 |
| Primarily Instruction | 34 | 29 | 5 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 6 | 5 | 1 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 93%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 92%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
