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Feb 02, 2023
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2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Practical Nursing Diploma
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Purpose
The purpose of the practical nursing program is to prepare the graduate to assume the responsibilities and the skills required to assist under the direction of a registered nurse or other provider.
Note: This diploma is available at Columbus, Grand Island and Kearney
Suggested Sequence of Courses
Basic Achievement Requirements
All graduates with a diploma will meet minimum achievements for math, writing and reading. Graduates can meet the requirement by:
Note: Scores for specific health program admission may vary from the scores listed. Please see the program director for more specific information.
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1. Acquiring appropriate Mandatory Assessment Placement (MAP) scores in math, writing and reading. |
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2. Completing the following courses: |
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a. MATH 0980 Math Essentials with a C or above. |
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b. ENGL 0970 Reading & Writing Essentials II with a C or above. |
General Education Core Requirements
All graduates with a diploma will complete a minimum of 9 credits of General Education from the following:
- GEN ED Group A: Communications 3 credit(s)
(Required: ENGL 1010 )
- GEN ED Group B: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving 6-12 credit(s)
(Required: *BIOS 1250 AND *BIOS 1260 OR BIOS 2250 AND BIOS 2260 AND *CHEM 1000 OR CHEM 1050 )
- GEN ED Group C: Career and Life Skills, D: Information & Technology Literacy or E: Global Awareness 6 credit(s)
(Required: NUTR 1470 AND PSYC 2890 )
*Do not count towards ADN Program
Total Credits for Practical Nursing Diploma: 42-48
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