The Practical Nursing curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide nursing care to children and adults. The Practical Nursing (PN) program is a three (3) semester program of study which leads to a one-year Diploma. Courses will include content related to the Practical Nurse's role in participating 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 Licensed Practical Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals,rehabilitation/long term care/home health facilities, clinics, and physicians’ offices.

The Practical Nursing program requires students to complete a program application. Applications must be submitted to the Health Sciences Department by February 1, 2013.

Download the Practical Nursing program information packet.

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Course Requirements

General Education Courses
BIO 163 Basic Anatomy & Physiology
ENG 111 Expository Writing
PSY 150 General Physiology

Major Core Courses
NUR 101 Practical Nursing I
NUR 102 Practical Nursing II
NUR 103 Practical Nursing III

Other Major Courses
CIS 110 Intro. to Computers 

Total Semester Hour Credits for Diploma 47