About
The mission of the Practical Nursing Program is to provide technical training to prepare members of the community and surrounding areas to become competent providers of health care in hospitals, clinics, long-term health care facilities, and related industries. The program provides formal classroom instructions, active clinical participation, and skill lab demonstrations.
Overview
Information | Detail |
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Time Commitment | Full Time |
Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
Clock Hours | 1,296 |
Class Type | Day |
Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
Total Tuition/Fees | |
Textbook/Supplies Cost |
Program Credentials
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Pass pre-requites
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Administer of Medication
- Provide proof of immunization
- Provide a current TB Skin Test
- Provide a current Flu Shot
- Provide a current Health Physical Examination
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
For more information regarding the practical nursing program, please contact Shatrina Taylor at (901) 543-6927.
Campus Locations
Main Campus
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105
Curriculum/Courses
First Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Basic Nursing (Prof Voc Relations Nutrition Geriatrics)
Fundamentals
Administration of Medications and Basic IV Therapy
A&P
Clinical I
Second Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Pharmacology I
Mental Health
Medical & Surgical Nursing I
Maternity Health
Clinical II
Third Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Clinical III
Advanced Professional Vocational Relations
Pediatric Nursing
Pharmacology II
Medical and Surgical Nursing II
Books and Supplies Lists
Certifications
Tennessee Board of Nursing – Approved