This program consists of nursing theory and related practical experience. The primary objectives of the program are to prepare the student with the beginning ability to recognize the role of the practical nurse on the health care team, and to function safely and effectively in this capacity. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking/problem solving and comprehension of the scientific principles that underlie basic nursing skills and on understanding biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural needs of the client and family unit.

Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for licensure as a Practical Nurse. Students may apply for a Nurse Aide Certificate upon successful completion of NUR 131 and the first quarter of NUR 105.Nurse Aide skills credits awarded will be held in escrow. These credits will be placed on individual transcripts only after students have successfully completed practical nursing courses equivalent to one quarter. Credits awarded will be treated as transfer credits on the student's transcript, and therefore will not affect the student's GPA.

  ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAM:

In accordance with the Colorado Nursing Articulation Model, if an individual completes his/her PN coursework with a grade of "C" or better, and begins RN courses within 10 years of graduation, he/she may be awarded nursing credits equivalent to approximately one year of nursing courses by Associate Degree in Nursing Programs located throughout the State of Colorado. To earn an Associate Degree in Nursing, the continuing student will need to complete non-nursing requirements and the equivalent of one year of full time nursing coursework. Employment and other requirements may apply. Some Bachelor of Nursing Programs also offer LPNs advanced placement.

"The Colorado Community College System colleges participate in common course numbering and common competency system to provide students ease of transfer and to ensure curriculum quality across the colleges. This system includes all courses offered for credit at every community college and is available for review at www.cccs.edu."

Pre-requisites:

Applicants are required to have ENG 121 English Composition I, BIO 106 Basic Anatomy & Physiology (BIO 201 & 202 can be transferred in place of BIO 106) and HPR 108 Dietary Nutrition (HWE 100 or other nutrition credits can be transferred) for entrance into the Practical Nursing Program.

v      It is strongly recommended that applicant also take HPR 178 Medical Terminology.

Students are required to have a G.P.A. of 2.75 or higher on these classes.

All credits must be from a member of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges or any accrediting body approved by the US Dept. of Education.

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