Overview
Offered at the Augusta, Waynesboro, and Thomson campuses
| Entrance Dates: |
Fall: Augusta |
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Fall: Waynesboro |
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Fall: Thomson |
| Length of Program: |
Four Terms |
| Credit Hours Required for Graduation: |
57 |
Admission: The Practical Nursing program is a competitive progression program. Students who meet the College criteria for admission will be admitted to the program as a candidate for progression to take the prerequisite courses. Students must score at the proficient level (cut score of 58.7%) or higher on the TEAS Test and complete the prerequisite courses (ENGL 1010, MATH 1012, PSYC 1010, ALHS 1060, ALHS 1011) with a GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale by the designated deadline to be eligible for progression evaluation. The ranking order for progression to the PNSG courses is determined using the TEAS cut score (represents 30% of the ranking score) and the grade point average for the prerequisite courses (represents 70% of the ranking score). Students who are not selected for progression should consider a program change or resubmit an application and progression form by the designated deadline for the next progression term. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program. For more information regarding this process, please contact the Admissions Office at (706) 771-4028. Refer to program related deadlines.
Program Description: The Practical Nursing program is designed to prepare students to take the state board examination for licensure as practical nurses, NCLEX-PN. The program prepares graduates to give competent nursing care. This preparation is done through a selected number of academic and occupational courses providing a variety of techniques and materials necessary to assist the student in acquiring the knowledge and skills to give competent care. A variety of clinical experiences is planned so that theory and practice are integrated under the guidance of the clinical instructor. Program graduates receive a practical nursing diploma and have the qualifications of an entry-level practical nurse. The Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing (GBON) and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (formerly the NLNAC/National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission). The address and phone number is: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, 404-975-5000. The web site is www.acen.org.
Employment Opportunities: Graduates are in high demand for employment in nursing homes, health centers, convalescent homes, hospitals, schools, doctor’s offices, and prisons.
Guided Pathway
Augusta Day Program
PROGRAM NAME: Practical Nursing
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Augusta Day Program
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Students are evaluated and selected for progression to their PNSG prefix courses summer semester
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester
Year 2 Summer Semester
*Refer to the College catalog for course prerequisite requirements.
Students who choose to not follow the Course Sequence listed above may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown above.
The Augusta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability. For information on Title IX, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Shannon Patterson at (706) 771-4013 or in Building 100. For information on ADA/504, contact the ADA/504 Coordinator, Karissa D. Wright, at (706) 7714067 or go to the Counseling Center in Building 1300.
Thomson Day Program
PROGRAM NAME: Practical Nursing
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Thomson Day Program
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Students are evaluated and selected for progression to their PNSG prefix courses fall semester.
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester
Year 2 Summer Semester
Note: Students must score at the proficient level (cut score of 58.7%) or higher on the TEAS V Test for Practical Nursing.
*Refer to the College catalog for course prerequisite requirements.
Students who choose to not follow the Course Sequence listed above may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown above.
The Augusta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability. For information on Title IX, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Shannon Patterson at (706) 771-4013 or in Building 100. For information on ADA/504, contact the ADA/504 Coordinator, Karissa D. Wright, at (706) 7714067 or go to the Counseling Center in Building 1300.
Waynesboro Day Program
PROGRAM NAME: Practical Nursing
AWARD: Diploma
CAMPUS: Waynesboro Day Program
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Students are evaluated and selected for progression to their PNSG prefix courses fall semester.
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester
Year 2 Summer Semester
Note: Students must score at the proficient level (cut score of 58.7%) or higher on the TEAS V Test for Practical Nursing.
*Refer to the College catalog for course prerequisite requirements.
Students who choose to not follow the Course Sequence listed above may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown above.
The Augusta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability. For information on Title IX, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Shannon Patterson at (706) 771-4013 or in Building 100. For information on ADA/504, contact the ADA/504 Coordinator, Karissa D. Wright, at (706) 7714067 or go to the Counseling Center in Building 1300.
Accreditation
The Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing (GBON) and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. The address and phone number is: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, 404-975-5000. The web site is www.acen.org.