Practical Nursing

The Practical Nursing program is designed to meet the needs of hospitals, nursing homes, home health care agencies, and other medical providers.  Approximately 60% of the program content is presented as formal classroom theory. The remainder of the training is spent in supervised clinical experiences at area health care facilities.  The mission of the Practical Nursing program is to provide technical instruction and skill development to enable the student to enter employment in the health care industry.

Admission Requirements

An applicant for the Practical Nursing program must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Provide high school transcript or GED
  • Meet minimum acceptable scores on the Compass Exam
  • Complete application process
  • Obtain written references/recommendations
  • Submit additional documentation for coursework completed, certifications, work or volunteer experience.
  • Be recommended by the Practical Nursing Advisory Committee
  • Provide proof of good health as evidenced by a recent physical examination

Award/Licensure

Upon satisfactory completion of the 1296 hour program, the student will be awarded a diploma in Practical Nursing.  Students will also become eligible to apply to the Tennessee Board of Nursing for a license.  

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1296 clock hours/52 weeks
$2376 tuition and fees
$2336 Books and Supplies
$300 Nursing Academic Fee

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71.43% of graduates from this program, who began their studies in 2010, completed it within 12 months for graduation/ 6 months for placement months.
84.44%
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