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The course consists of eleven months of classroom theory and clinical experience. The curriculum is divided into five 9-week blocks for a total of 45 weeks, excluding holidays.   

The course is full-time, Monday through Friday, for an average of 35-40 hours per week. Campus classes are generally from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and clinical days are generally from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. After the first nine weeks, two days per week are scheduled clinical assignments. The student may have to attend meetings, seminars, classes, etc., occasionally during the evening. The student will be given prior notice should this occur.   

A diploma and a recommendation to write the National Council of State Boards Exam for Practical Nursing are granted at the successful completion of the program.   
    
                                        CURRICULUM:  
   
     Nursing Fundamentals   
     Working Relationships   
     Medical-Surgical Nursing   
     Pediatrics   
     Maternity Nursing   
     Growth & Development   
     Anatomy   
     Microbiology   
     Pharmacology   
     Mental Health Nursing   
     Nutrition   
     Community Health   

                               ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS  
   
     High school diploma or G.E.D.   
     Acceptable scores on pre-entrance tests   
     Positive interview and references   
     Proof of current CPR instruction   

Note: The above items must be completed by the following dates:   
   
For July Admission-Feb. 1  Class runs from July until June  
For January Admission Aug. 1 Class runs from January until December