LPN programs in Riverside, CA

9 schools within 30 miles of Riverside, CA offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and 3 are in Riverside itself. LPNs in California earn a median $79,750 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
9
Closest
2 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in CA
$79,750

9 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Riverside, CA

School results

  1. Riverside City College

    Riverside, CA · 2.3 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +7

  2. Platt College-Riverside

    Riverside, CA · 5.4 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +2

  3. North-West College-Riverside

    Riverside, CA · 5.6 mi · Private

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

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  5. American Career College - Ontario

    Ontario, CA · 14 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +6

  6. Chaffey College

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA · 18 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  7. North-West College-Pomona

    Pomona, CA · 22 mi · Private

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

  8. Beaumont Adult School

    Beaumont, CA · 25 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  9. Sri Sai Krish Institute

    Orange, CA · 25 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  10. California Career Institute

    Anaheim, CA · 30 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant

What LPNs earn in California

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

LPN salary in CaliforniaHow to become an LPN

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 Riverside?

The closest are Riverside City College (Riverside, 2 mi), Platt College-Riverside (Riverside, 5 mi), and North-West College-Riverside (Riverside, 6 mi). In total, 9 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).

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

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,672 to $33,431. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do LPNs make near Riverside?

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 Riverside?

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.

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