Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Practical Nursing Program combines classroom instruction with skills lab, simulation lab, and clinical practicum experience. Students who successfully complete the program earn a technical certificate and are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). A graduate who successfully passes this licensure will gain the title of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
The Practical Nursing Program meets the requirements of and is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing. The Practical Nursing Program is offered once per year and is 11 months in length.
Note: Practical nursing courses are not for open registration. Students must complete and submit a separate application to the Practical Nursing Program, must meet the admission requirements, must submit all required documentation, and must be selected for admission. Advanced standing is not recognized for this program of study.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
45
Hours
45
Entrance Requirements
Combination of Education and Course(s)
School
Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Tech
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Camden
Local WIB
5040 - Southwest
Name of Credential
Technical Certificate - Practical Nursing
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell, Scholarships, and Loans
Refund Policy
Tuition charges and course-specific fees such as Internet fees and lab fees are refunded based on a per day scale specified on the college web site. Other fees are non-refundable after the 100% refund period.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
Yes
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,337.00
Graduation Fees
$30.00
In-State Tuition
$4,950.00
Other Fees
$10,530.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$702,000.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$16,847.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$713,897.00
