The Practical Nursing program provides graduates with the knowledge and clinical experience necessary to give direct nursing care to patients in a variety of settings. This is done through a selected number of academic and occupational courses providing a variety of techniques and materials necessary to assist the student in acquiring the needed knowledge and skills to give safe and competent care for patients of all ages.
A variety of clinical experiences are planned so that theory and practice are integrated under the guidance of the clinical instructor.
The program is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure.
Upon successful completion, program graduates receive a Practical Nursing diploma and have the qualifications of an entry-level practical nurse.
*Any individual making an application to the State Board who has a felony must explain and document each occurrence at the time of application to the Board of Examiners and will only be allowed to take the NCLEX-PN at the discretion of the Georgia Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses.
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Graduates may obtain positions as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in various settings such as acute care, long-term care, and medical offices.
