Adult Programs / Practical Nursing

Charlotte Technical College

Registration Deadline: November 1, 2024
Next Start Date: January 6, 2025

What are the prerequisites for this program?
Practical Nursing prerequisites are:
- Minimum 18 years of age when the program starts
- High School Diploma/ GED
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
What is the Student Selection Criteria?
Student Selection Criteria:
What Basic Skills do I need to enroll?
What Industry Certifications are available?
Practical Nursing prepares you for:
What kind of job opportunities will I have?
Job opportunities in Practical Nursing include:
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
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What does Practical Nursing Teach?
Practical Nursing teaches:
- Practical Nursing Foundations 1 (300 hours)
- Practical Nursing Foundations 2 (300 hours)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing 1 (300 hours)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing (300 hours)
- Comprehensive Nursing & Transitional Skills (150 hours)
Transfer Student Requirements

Applicants who have attended, but not completed, another practical nursing program must provide a letter of good standing from the Director of the School of Nursing (or designee) that addresses the following: potential for success in a PN program, safety in providing nursing care, interpersonal communication skills, and other information the director deems important.

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