Practical Nursing, CC

Program Description:

The Practical Nursing program prepares the individual to assist in providing general nursing care requiring basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, psychological, and sociological sciences; and of nursing procedures which do not require the substantial skills, judgment, and knowledge required of a registered nurse. This care is performed under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or dentist. The graduate of the program functions as a provider of care, a member of a profession, and a manager as defined in the Mississippi Competency Model 1997. Two options are available: Generic Option and Part-time Option.

Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®). Licensing of practical nurses is regulated by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Conviction of a misdemeanor or felony offense may be grounds for refusal by the Board to issue a license. This program is accredited by the Mississippi State Board for Community and Junior Colleges, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS. 39211, Phone (601) 432.6518.

Generic Option

The Generic Option program of study is designed to be completed in one year.

Completion Award: Career Certificate (One Year) 45 SH

* Course sequencing may vary based on campus location and date of admission.

**Additional Graduation Requirement: Any student (first-time, transfer, and part-time) who begins at Hinds Fall 2007 and later will be required to take LLS 1312 /RST 1312 /RSV 1312  Orientation course in order to graduate from the College. Exception: Orientation credit (1-3 hrs) transferred to Hinds from another college will satisfy our orientation requirement.

Part-Time Option

This option offers a part-time evening and weekend schedule. The part-time option program of study is designed to be completed in 1.5 years (5 semesters).

Completion Award: Career Certificate (1.5 Years) 45 SH

**Additional Graduation Requirement: Any student (first-time, transfer, and part-time) who begins at Hinds Fall 2007 and later will be required to take LLS 1312 /RST 1312 /RSV 1312 - Orientation  course in order to graduate from the College. Exception: Orientation credit (1-3 hrs) transferred to Hinds from another college will satisfy our orientation requirement.