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Practical Nursing
at York Technical College
Charlotte Catalog
To become a licensed practical nurse and to obtain employment as a licensed practical nurse, graduates must pass the Computer Adaptive Testing National Council Licensing Examination for Licensed Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The PN diploma program is designed to prepare graduates for work as practical nurses in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and long-term care facilities. People who want to help others lead healthy lives and have strong science and math skills may be interested in this program.
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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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- Students must have current American Heart Association CPR Certification for children, infants, adults, and AED. Students must have proof of health insurance. Liability insurance is also required and may be purchased through York Technical College.
- Students enrolled in this program will have criminal background checks and drug screenings. There are legal limits for state licensure in South Carolina for graduates with criminal records. The South Carolina Board of Nursing policy regarding legal limitations for state licensure is available at https://llr.sc.gov/.