Practical Nursing (5657)
This is 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. Average annual earnings for licensed practical nurses (LPN) is $31,000-$36,000.
Upon successful completion of the program, students are qualified to take a
National Council Licensure examination to qualify for licensure to practice as licensed practical nurses.
Estimated tuition is $2,600 (for Florida residents, as of 7/05). Contact
the program manager for additional costs (textbooks, fees, materials).
Practical Nursing is a selective access program. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age
and have earned a high school diploma or equivalency degree. An application for
admission to the program must include the following:
- A completed application to the Practical Nursing program
- A high school completion transcript or copy of
GED® test scores
- Required TABE scores are: Math 11, Language 11, and Reading 11.
- Provide evidence of current CPR certification - adult,
child and infant (achieved through
an American Heart Association
approved Basic Life Support (BLS) Course for Health
Care Providers,
that includes hands-on simulated experiences.)
- The deadline to apply to the practical nursing program is: June 1 for an August start, October 1 for a
January start, and February 1 for a May start.
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 Practical Nursing program. For information call 904.766.6581.
| Professional Courses |
Contact Hours |
Workforce Credits |
| *VPI 0100 |
Basic Reading Skills |
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| *VPI 0200 |
Basic Mathematical Skills |
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| *VPI 0300 |
Basic Language Skills |
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| HCP 0001 |
Health Career Core |
90 |
3.0 |
| HCP 0103 |
Nursing Related Core |
149 |
5.0 |
| PRN 0930 |
Practical Nursing I |
211 |
7.0 |
| PRN 0931 |
Practical Nursing II |
450 |
15.0 |
| PRN 0932 |
Practical Nursing III |
450 |
15.0 |
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Total Contact Hours |
1,350 |
45 |
*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.
Most clinical agencies require students to undergo drug screening
and criminal background checks prior to placement in the agencies
for clinical experiences. Students whose drug screening and criminal
background checks are deemed unsatisfactory may be denied access to
clinical experiences by the clinical agencies. Failure to qualify for
and meet clinical requirements at clinical sites may prevent completion
of the program. Withdrawal from the program may be necessary if students
cannot be placed for clinical experiences.
The cost of the background
check and drug screen is borne by the student. Additionally, it is the
student’s responsibility to have all paperwork completed by the program’s
published deadline. Students who are unable to complete the clinical
requirements after acceptance into selective access programs are not
eligible for refunds of tuition.
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