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Feb 17, 2025
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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Practical Nursing Diploma
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Courses Required for Admission
Practical Nursing Diploma Courses
Specific Practical Nursing Program Requirements
- Submit copy of a current CPR card. See Program Admission Checklist for specific CPR requirements.
- Submit completed Health Statement to the Health Sciences Division (upon admission to the program).
- Submit a two-step skin test for tuberculosis and/or current chest x-ray.
- Submit flu vaccination.
- A criminal background check will be required of each student in this program. Based on the background check, a student may be prevented from taking certain courses, accessing certain laboratory experiences, or completing the program. A non-refundable fee of $45 will be accessed for this CBC. Misdemeanor or felony convictions may prevent a graduate from acquiring a state license.
- Students admitted to a Health Sciences program at SCC requiring a clinical rotation at a contracted healthcare facility will submit to initial drug and alcohol testing prior to the first clinical rotation. A non-refundable fee of $35 will be accessed for the drug screen.
- All LPNS courses are taken in sequence. A grade of 75% (C+) or higher in all LPNS courses is necessary to progress in the program. A grade of a C or higher in general education required courses is required to progress to second term.
- A laptop computer is recommended for students in this program (see computer system requirements).
Computer System Requirements
Recommended Laptop computer system requirements (should not be older than 3 years) - Laptop models: Apple MacBook (10.12-Sierra, 10.13-High Sierra or 10.14-Mojave) or
Windows Laptops (Windows 10 pro, home version may work fine) - Processor: Intel Core i5 or higher
- Ram (Memory): 4GB minimum
- Hard Drive: Solid State hard drive preferred 128 GB or higher
- Peripherals: Webcam, Headphones
- Wireless: all laptops should have wireless
NOT Recommended: Android Tablets, iPads, Windows RT, Chromebooks |
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