Download Progression Plan PDF - Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate
IMPORTANT: Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program provides students with the theory and skills required to practice as a practical nurse in acute care, extended care, and intermediate care settings. The program of study combines nursing theory lectures with clinical experiences in a variety of patient care settings including hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare agencies. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
Application Requirements
Prior to program application, the applicant must have an active Arizona certification or licensure as a CNA or LNA, or MMP, with one year of full-time or two years of part-time recent work experience; a successful score on ATI TEAS entrance exam; and high-school diploma or GED. There are special requirements for admission to the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate. It is recommended that students work closely with their advisor to ensure all application requirements are fully met. The application can be found at the Allied Health website: www.yc.edu/alliedhealth
Conditional Acceptance
Upon conditional program acceptance, the student must comply with all requirements of the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program. These include criminal background, health, safety, and drug screenings. For detailed program information, visit www.yc.edu/alliedhealth
Health Declaration
It is essential that practical nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the laboratory and clinical portions of the program. At minimum, students will be required to transfer and move patients, stand for several hours at a time, perform bending activities and perform fine motor skills with dexterity. The clinical nursing experience places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patient's lives. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions. Individuals should give careful consideration to the mental and physical demands of the program prior to applying. The essential skills and functional ability standards for the program are identified in the application.
Licensure
Admission or graduation from the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program does not guarantee licensure to practice nursing. Graduates of the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program are eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) for the Practical Nurse (PN). Licensure requirements and the subsequent procedures are the exclusive right and responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Students must satisfy the requirements of the Nurse Practice Act, independently of any program requirements for graduation.
Credit Hours Required: 22
