Practical Nursing Certificate
Program Overview
The Practical Nursing Certificate program provides students with the essential knowledge and skills to become licensed practical nurses (LPNs). The program covers core nursing concepts, including patient care, basic medical procedures, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and nursing ethics. Students receive both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience, where they learn to perform tasks such as taking vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with patient hygiene and comfort. The program prepares students to work in a variety of healthcare settings, such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam and begin their careers as licensed practical nurses, delivering compassionate care under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements and procedures may change without prior notice. Please check with Health Sciences Division and/or website for updates. In addition to the general admission requirements of the College, admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program requires:
- Unconditional admission to the College.
- Minimum of 2.5 GPA for nursing required academic core courses.
- Minimum 2.0 GPA or higher at current institution.
- Transfer students must enter CACC on a clear academic status (cumulative 2.0 GPA).
- Official transcripts sent to CACC admissions from ALL post-secondary institutions attended, along with high school transcript.
- Eligibility for English 101, Math 100 and Biology 201.
- Official score on ACT National or Residual with a minimum composite score of 18 OR a minimum score of 58 on the TEAS test.
- Submission of completed application for PN Program before deadline.
- Priority will be given to students who have completed both BIO 201 and BIO 202.
Contact Information
CATHY GRAHAM
Administrative Assistant for Divsion of Health Sciences
nursing@cacc.edu
Top Careers
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Classes
- In person