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Licensed Practical Nursing The Practical Nurse, or P.N., is an integral part of the healthcare team, working under the direction of a licensed physician, optometrist, dentist or registered nurse. Our Lady of the Lake College’s P.N. Program, offered through the Health Career Institute, helps students develop the knowledge and skills to be successful in any environment where basic bedside nursing care is needed, including healthcare facilities, agencies and hospitals. The P. N. Program is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nursing. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is prepared to sit for the national licensor exam for Practical Nursing. CURRICULUMThe Practical Nursing diploma program covers four semesters (16 months) and consists of 850 classroom hours and 840 clinical hours (53 total credit hours.) The curriculum is based upon specific requirements set forth by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) and incorporates the concepts of wholistic nursing, hierarchy of needs, stress and adaptation, creative problem-solving and psychosocial development. The PN program is fully accredited by LSBPNE. Students have the option of earning an Associate Degree in Applied Science by taking an additional 12 credit hours for a total of 65 credits. Credits may be distributed between existing HCI credits, but must include a minimum of 15 credits in general education. Required credits include: 3 credits each in English Composition, College Algebra, Introductory Psychology and 3 credits in Humanities elective. ADMISSIONAll applicants must provide the following for admission to the Practical Nursing Program: · High School transcript or GED (General Education Development) equivalent. · ACT score. · Letter explaining why applicant is seeking admission to this program. · Transcripts form colleges or universities previously attended. · Certified copy of birth certificate or valid United States passport. · Proof of immunization for measles, mumps, rubella and tetanus/diphtheria, as described in Our Lady of the Lake College’s Immunization Policy. · Completion of all healthcare and safety requirements before enrolling in clinical courses. ENROLLMENTApplications to the Practical Nursing Program are due according to the following schedule:
Call (225) 768-1700 for application information. Our Lady of the Lake College welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All transcripts are reviewed on an individual basis, according to College policy, in order to determine eligibility and placement in the program. Equal educational opportunities are offered to all who meet entrance requirements, without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, creed, marital status or age. FINANCIAL AID The Our Lady of the Lake College Office of Financial Aid is available to all applicants to discuss eligibility for financial assistance. Please call (225) 768-1714 to schedule an appointment. Applicants are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This Health Career Institute program is approved for the TOPS-Tech award. Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center also offers generous tuition reimbursement to qualifying employees. REQUEST FOR MATERIALSFor more information about the Practical Nursing Program contact Barbara Lankford or to request an application packet, please call (225) 768-1700 or e-mail: OLOL Collegeinfo@ololcollege.edu Current Catalog Information: (Click on the
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