LPN programs in Livermore, CA

7 schools within 30 miles of Livermore, CA offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and the closest is Unitek College in Fremont, 17 miles away. LPNs in California earn a median $79,750 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
17 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in CA
$79,750

7 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Livermore, CA

School results

  1. Unitek College

    Fremont, CA · 17 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
  2. Unitek College

    Hayward, CA · 20 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
  3. Contra Costa Medical Career College

    Antioch, CA · 20 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +4
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  5. Los Medanos College

    Pittsburg, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +7
  6. Merritt College

    Oakland, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +4
  7. Mission College

    Santa Clara, CA · 24 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Automotive technician
    • Culinary arts
    • +4
  8. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts

    San Jose, CA · 24 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +3

What LPNs earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$79,750
$38.34 an hour
Typical range
$64,390–$100,450
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
82,850
Job growth, 2025–35
+3%
51,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools to Livermore?

The closest are Unitek College (Fremont, 17 mi), Unitek College (Hayward, 20 mi), and Contra Costa Medical Career College (Antioch, 20 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).

How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near Livermore cost?

For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,080 to $32,427. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do LPNs make near Livermore?

Across California, the median pay is $79,750 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in Livermore?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.