Certificate Practical Nursing

Course Overview PVCC's Practical Nursing (PN) Program prepares you to become an entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse, equipped to provide direct, compassionate care to clients with common health needs in structured healthcare settings. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for licensure by taking the NCLEX-PN examination. Key Program Highlights Gain the skills to assess patients, communicate effectively, and develop a professional nursing identity. Curriculum is built on a framework of critical thinking and the problem-solving process for real-world application. Prepares you for immediate eligibility to sit for the NCLEX-PN national licensure exam. Includes hands-on clinical training experiences to practice skills in a supervised environment. Learn to provide therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventative care for people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.