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Practical Nursing Certificate
Practical Nursing Certificate
at Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore Catalog
The Practical Nursing program is a 12-month, 46-credit certificate program designed to provide theoretical and clinical laboratory study in nursing that will enable students to learn to assist other licensed healthcare professionals, such as registered nurses and physicians, and work as members of a healthcare team. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN). The program is accredited by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.
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Admissions
Criteria for consideration for admission into the Practical Nursing Program:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Successful completion of prerequisite courses with a C or better.
- GPA of 2.0 or greater for all past CCBC courses.
- Competency in math, reading and English
- Completion of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)