The Practical Nursing Program at NSC is a comprehensive program that matriculates students with exemplary knowledge and nursing skills. The program consists of a total of 1050 clock hours conducted over 42 weeks during the morning session and 50 weeks during the evening session. NSC offers both AM and PM sessions of the Practical Nursing Program (1050 clock hours). The AM program is taught over 42 weeks, and the evening program is taught over 50 weeks. The program is approved by Illinois Board of Nursing and Illinois Department of Professional Regulations. Practical Nurses are important members of the healthcare team. They care for the ill, injured or inform, promote wellness, maintain health and prevent illness under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or dentist. Practical Nurses work in hospitals, skilled nursing and long-term care facilities, physician's offices, acute and chronic care facilities including clinics. Some other areas where a Licensed Practical Nurse may be employed are: home health, psychiatric health and specific health agencies. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates earn a certificate of Practical Nursing, IV Administration and Pharmacology, and are eligible to apply for the Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses to become Licensed Practical Nurses.

The 6-digit CIP code (if available): 513901