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  Florida Community College 2003-04 Programs of Study
   
  Workforce Certificate
  Practical Nursing (5657)
   
  A SELECTIVE ADMISSION PROGRAM. This program prepares individuals for employment in beginning positions providing direct care to clients in hospitals, nursing homes, private homes and other health care facilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
 
  Starting or Average Salary: Average: between $31,000 - $36,000
 
  Certification and Licensing:
Graduates will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
 
  Requirements and Curriculum:
Admission to this program is limited and is based on academic performance and other criteria. It is recommended that students have a conference with a counselor or the nursing advisor prior to applying to the Nursing program.
   
  Professional Courses:
  *VPI 0100 Reading Skills
  *VPI 0200 Mathematical Skills
  *VPI 0300 Language Skills
  HCP 0001 Health Career Core (90/3)
  HCP 0103 Nursing Related Core (149/5)
  PRN 0930 Practical Nursing I (211/7)
  PRN 0931 Practical Nursing II (450/15)
  PRN 0932 Practical Nursing III (450/15)
 
  Credit Hours:
 
  Total Credit Hours: 1,350 Contact Hours
45 Workforce Credits
 
  *Students who have satisfactory test scores are not required to take these courses.
   
  RECORD OF CONVICTION OF A CRIME The Florida State Board of Nursing, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Nurse Practice Act, will determine a nursing program graduate's eligibility for licensure when there is an arrest/conviction record. Convicted felons who have not had their civil rights restored are not eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination. Students should contact the nursing department for information regarding Florida State Board of Nursing regulations. A criminal history record check may be performed prior to clinical rotations.
 
  Application Procedures:
The program admits students in the fall and spring terms. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age. An application for admission to the program must include the following:
1. A completed application to the Practical Nursing program,
2. High school completion transcript or copy of GED® test scores
3. Required TABE score is 11 for Math, Language and Reading
4. A current Basic Life Support (CPR) certificate (eight hour course).
  Total Tuition and Fees:
  Estimated tuition is $2,400 (for Florida residents as of 7/03)
 
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