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PRACTICAL NURSING

This curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide nursing care to children and adults. Students will participate in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.

Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) which is required for practice as a Practical Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, long term care facilities, clinics, physician's offices, and home health agencies.

Admission Requirements

1. Final admission to the Practical Nursing program shall be contingent upon documentation of physical and emotional health that would provide evidence that is indicative of the applicant's ability to provide safe nursing care to the public.

2. Satisfactory completion of required immunizations.

3. Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification is a prerequisite to admission and must be maintained throughout the program.

PRACTICAL NURSING
Diploma