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Practical Nursing Diploma
Practical Nursing Diploma
at Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee Catalog
The Practical Nursing program exposes you to a variety of classroom and clinical experiences to prepare you for employment in nursing homes, hospitals and other healthcare settings. Upon program completion, you will be eligible to take the licensure exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Nursing Assistant training is required prior to petitioning for this program. Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) are in high demand in various healthcare settings. This technical diploma ladders into the Registered Nursing associate degree. Contact an MATC advisor for more details.
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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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