Program At a Glance:
- Health Sciences Campus
- 12 or 18 months
- Daytime and Evening Programs
Daytime Program
Timeframe: 12 months
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. (Theory)
Monday through Friday 7 a.m.–3 p.m. (Clinical Experiences, timing may vary)
Evening Program
Timeframe: 18 months
Days/Times: Monday through Thursday 4:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. (Theory)
Monday through Friday 4:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Clinical Experiences)
Core Skills
Level I
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Body Structure and Function
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Community Health
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Growth and Development
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Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing
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Nursing Principles and Practice
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Nutrition
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Vocational Relationships
Level II
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Maternal/Newborn Nursing
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Medical Surgical Nursing I
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Pharmacology
Level III
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Medical-Surgical Nursing II – ATI Comprehensive Predictor Requirement
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Nursing of Children
Licensure
NCLEX Exams
Following graduation, and after all academic, clinical, and financial obligations have been met, you will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX exams. Upon successful completion of this examination, you’ll be a licensed practical nurse within Pennsylvania.
Program Requirements
- High school transcript and/or GED transcript
- Successfully pass TEAS 7 (Test of Essential Academic Skills) entrance test
- Criminal record check, FBI criminal history, child abuse history clearance
- Physical exam (including two-step PPD, drug screen, immunizations [MMR, hepatitis B, varicella, flu vaccine])
- Current CPR (Healthcare Provider)
- Attend student orientation/interview
If you have enrolled prior to September 3, 2024 you will need this handbook:
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