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Practical Nursing Program

Your Nursing Career Starts at Penn State Hazleton!

Nurses are in demand! Are you looking for a new, rewarding career making a difference in the lives of people in your community? Are you seeking a new challenge? Do you desire a sustainable wage with job confidence? Then you should consider training to fill this critical professional role as a skilled practical nurse in your community. In only 18 months, you can train to earn a Practical Nursing certificate from globally respected Penn State, while preparing to test for licensure.

Upcoming Information Sessions 

You are invited to attend a live practical nursing Zoom information session with program staff. 

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Mission

The Penn State Practical Nursing Program is a multicampus program that strives to improve the well-being and health of individuals and communities by educating, engaging, empowering and inspiring adult learners to become entry-level healthcare providers. This is achieved by providing a quality, student-centered, evidence-based curriculum that integrates interdisciplinary collaboration through teaching and service. 

In just 18 months, you can be on your way to an in-demand career that pays well and provides you with an opportunity to further your education.

Upon completion of the Practical Nursing program, a graduate will:

  • Have met the educational requirements to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)
  • Utilize, under supervision, scientific knowledge and skills necessary to plan and provide safe and comprehensive client-centered nursing care in all settings where nursing takes place
  • Perform nursing care that reflects accurate assessments of the client's growth and development
  • Apply the nursing processes to meet the client's needs
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Perform in a legal and ethical manner
  • Administer medications in the healthcare setting with accuracy
  • Participate with members of the healthcare team in providing instruction for identified client healthcare needs.

The noncredit Practical Nursing certificate program is conveniently located in the Hazleton area, with clinical experiences offered at nearby locations. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM

For more information on Practical Nursing, contact Sara Roth at 610-285-5059 or [email protected]. 

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Located near Interstates 80 and 81 in northeastern Pennsylvania, Penn State Hazleton is a residential campus offering 13 bachelor's degrees, five associate degrees, and the first two years of more than 275 Penn State majors.
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