Award: CCL
Total Credits: 22-27.5
CIP Code: 51.3901
Primary College: Gateway Community College
Initiating College: Glendale Community College
Program Availability: Not Found
Program Availability: Shared
Program Availability: GW MC
Field of Interest: Health Sciences
Instructional Council: Nursing Program
GPA: 2.00
SOC Code: Upon completion of this program, students may pursue a career as:
29-2061.00 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fast Track Practical Nursing 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 planned patient care learning experiences in hospitals, nursing homes and health care agencies. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
The Fast Track Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
This program is designed to meet education requirements for licensure or certification in the State of Arizona. Granting licensure and certification is the sole responsibility of the state board or approval agency. This program is only offered and available to students located in the State of Arizona. The Maricopa County Community College District and colleges define student location within Administrative Regulation 2.2.3(7).
Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Waiver of Licensure/Certification Guarantee:
Admission or graduation from the Nursing Program does not guarantee obtaining a license to practice nursing. 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: Statutes, Rules and Regulations, independently of any college or school requirements for graduation.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 32-1606(B)(17), an applicant for professional or practical nurse license by examination is not eligible for licensure if the applicant has any felony convictions and has not received an absolute discharge from the sentences for all felony convictions. The absolute discharge must be received five or more years before submitting this application. If you cannot prove that the absolute discharge date is five or more years, the Board cannot process your application.
Level One Fingerprint Clearance is required for admission into the program. Applicants must present a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card to be copied by the advisor or designee. If there is any question about eligibility for licensure or certification, contact the nursing education consultant at the Arizona State Board of Nursing (602-771-7800).
Health Declaration:
It is essential that nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. At a minimum, students will be required to lift patients, stand for several hours at a time and perform bending activities. Students who have a chronic illness or condition must be maintained on current treatment and be able to implement direct patient care. The clinical nursing experience also places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patients` 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 making application. All students must provide documentation of compliance with all health and safety requirements. Only students in compliance with the mandatory health and safety requirements are permitted to remain enrolled in nursing courses.
Health and Safety Requirements for the Fast Track Nursing Program:
1. Students must submit a Health and Safety Documentation Checklist verifying completion of all requirements and maintain current status throughout the program.
2. Students must submit the Health Declaration Form signed by a licensed health care provider.
3. Students must test negative on a timed urine drug screen.
4. Admission to a nursing program requires that students be in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Supplemental Background Check policy. Program applications will not be accepted without a copy of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Upon conditional program admission, the student must comply with all requirements of the current MCCCD background check policy.
Admission Criteria: 1. Application and acceptance into Fast-Track Practical Nursing Program.
2. A passing score on a nursing program admission test is required to complete an application.
3. Documentation of Health and Safety Requirements.
4. Fingerprint Clearance Card.
5. High school diploma or GED is required. Applicants must signify that they meet this requirement by providing high school diploma/transcripts or GED completion OR by signing the nursing application page containing the `Declaration of High School Graduation or GED completion.` In some instances, high school diploma/transcripts or proof of GED completion may be required.
Program Prerequisites: None
Program Prerequisites
Current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) (0) OR
Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) (0) OR
+ NCE150 Advanced Placement: Nurse Assisting (2) OR
+ NUR158 Nurse Assisting (4.5) OR
Equivalent (0-4.5) OR
Waived by Nursing Program Director for Military Veterans demonstrating equivalent work experience (0) 0-4.5
Credits: 0-4.5
Required Courses
Students should meet with Nursing Program Director to make appropriate course selection for NUR150 or NUR180PN.
+ NUR160PN Practical Nursing Theory and Science I 11
+ NUR150 Practical Nurse Bridge Course (12) OR
+ NUR180PN Practical Nursing Theory and Science II (11) 11-12
Credits: 22-23
Restricted Electives
Credits:
General Electives
Credits:
Program Competencies
1. Function effectively in the role of the beginning Practical Nurse under the direction of a Registered Nurse. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
2. Demonstrate critical thinking skills and evidence based practice through utilization of the nursing process as a guideline in providing nursing care. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
3. Assist with data collection and contribute to the established plan of care. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
4. Implement an established plan of care using appropriate practical nursing knowledge. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
5. Assist with the evaluation of nursing care based on established outcome criteria. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
6. Apply therapeutic communication techniques in providing basic nursing care for clients throughout the lifespan. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
7. Perform technical aspects of basic, safe nursing care. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
8. Demonstrate identified caring behaviors. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
9. Function in accordance with the ethical and legal standards of practical nursing practice. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
10. Illustrate use of relevant technology for client care and documentation. (NUR150, NUR160PN, NUR180PN)
+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: May 24, 2022
All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the
curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.
