Practical Nursing

Program Description

The Practical Nursing program utilizes current practice, theory, and hands-on learning methods to prepare students to be successful in a variety of sub-acute settings including long-term care and assisted living facilities, medical offices, clinics, and home healthcare. The Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC) in Practical Nursing is a demanding accelerated program. Successful graduates of the Practical Nursing ITC program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination - Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). Students also have the option of earning an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in addition to their ITC.

Admission to the Practical Nursing program is competitive entry; it requires a separate application and completion of specific courses before acceptance to the program. Please view the degree and certificate pages to see the specific program admission requirements for each credential.

Degrees and Certificates

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Professional Licensure

Information related to professional licensure for this program can be found here.