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Practical Nursing Certificate

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(75 Credits)

The PN program prepares students for employment as a Practical Nurse in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home healthcare agencies, schools and doctor’s offices. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the licensing examination to become licensed practical nurses (NCLEX-PN). This program is only available at the Whidbey Island Campus.

Suggested Schedule

Practical Nursing Program Course Sequence: Full-Time Day Program

(53 Credits)

Fall

Total Hours: 17

Winter

Total Hours: 15

Spring

Total Hours: 15

Summer

Total Hours: 6

Practical Nursing Program Course Sequence: Part-Time Evening & Weekend Program

First Year

Fall
Total Hours: 8
Winter
Total Hours: 9
Spring
Total Hours: 7
Summer
Total Hours: 8

Second Year

Fall
Total Hours: 7
Winter
Total Hours: 8
Spring
Total Hours: 6

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