Practical Nursing
Certificate

This is a career-oriented program leading to a certificate in practical nursing within three full semesters over one calendar year. It prepares students for employment in a rapidly growing health care system. Students are admitted in May of each year. The curriculum consists of didactic and clinical learning. Community facilities provide the settings for clinical experience. Emphasis is on providing basic nursing care to assist persons with acute and chronic (recurring) health problems in a variety of settings. Math Requirement—Students accepted into the program must pass a dosage calculation quiz with a score of 90% or above. Practical nursing students must maintain a grade of “C” or better in all required courses and provide appropriate health records including a negative TB test within one year. Students must also have current health care provider CPR and meet the program’s technical standards. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to apply for the NCLEX-PN to become licensed as an LPN.

Program Requirements                                        40 Credits
   BIO 103 Human Anatomy and Physiology I .......................... 4
   BIO 104 Human Anatomy and Physiology II ......................... 4
   ENG 101 English Composition ..................................... 3
   NUR 111 Introduction to Practical Nursing ....................... 3
   NUR 112 Care of Human Needs ..................................... 5
   NUR 113 Practical Nursing Through Lifespan I .................... 6
   NUR 114 Practical Nursing Through Lifespan II ................... 6
   NUR 115 Practical Nursing Through Lifespan III .................. 6
   PSY 201 General Psychology ...................................... 3

Certificate Requirement ............................................40