Practical Nursing
| Length | 1,350 Hours |
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Admission & Information Contact
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Merritt Scott, School Counselor scottme@pcsb.org | 727-538-7167 x2032
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The Practical Nursing programs offered at Pinellas Technical College only accepts TEAS test scores taken at a PTC campus testing center.
Practical Nursing Info Virtual Sessions
Zoom Meetings on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the Month at 6:00 p.m.
(No Zooms are held during Pinellas County Schools days off)
Meeting ID: 915 9703 9832 | Passcode: 1up3Mg
Mission: Our mission is to educate and empower competent nursing students with the ability and opportunity that will enhance holistic quality health care to people of all cultures in various health care settings to support the Florida State Board of Nursing approved program. The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as Licensed Practical Nurses.
Program H170607 consists of a planned sequence of courses:
Practical Nursing Foundations 1 – Course PRN0098 (300 hours) – Instruction covers basic health care for the patient and safety procedures, communications, computer literacy, legal and ethical responsibilities, infection control, geriatric nursing, patient rehabilitative activities, nutrition and body structure and function. Includes simulation, laboratory and clinical settings.
Practical Nursing Foundations 2 – Course PRN0099 (300 hours) - Instruction includes human growth and development, pharmacology, biological-psychological-social support, responsibilities for healthy lifestyle/maintenance, family wellness and community health awareness. Includes simulation, laboratory and clinical settings.
Medical/Surgical Nursing 1 – Course PRN0290 (300 hours) – Content includes theoretical instruction and simulation, laboratory and clinical settings in medical and surgical areas of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Lymphatic, Musculoskeletal, Endocrine and Integumentary disease/disorder (including diagnostic tests, medications, nutritional needs, and psychological distress).
Medical/Surgical Nursing 2 – Course PRN0291 (300 hours) - Content includes theoretical instruction and simulation, laboratory and clinical settings in medical and surgical areas of Gastrointestinal, Neurological, Urinary, Reproductive and Oncologic disease/disorder (including diagnostic tests, medications, nutritional needs, and psychological distress).
Comprehensive Nursing – Course PRN0690 (150 hours) - Content includes theoretical instruction and simulation, laboratory and clinical settings in maternal/newborn care, knowledge of SIDS/SUIDS, pediatric care, transitional and employability skills.
Special Admission Requirements: A high school diploma or GED is required to enter the program. Applicants are required to take and pass the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). Specific health occupations admission guidelines (immunizations, drug screening, background check, etc.) are available in Student Services.
All students must apply online!
Upcoming Classes
- PN Traditional | TBD
- Hybrid | TBD
General Information & Answers to Frequently-Asked Questions (click on the link to view/print)
Distance Education: Pinellas Technical College offers the Practical Nursing program in an online (hybrid) format. The online program is exactly like the traditional on-site program with two exceptions: (1) The majority of the 675-hour academic theory part of the program is delivered via computer (with a few scheduled campus-based activities) as opposed to having face-to-face classroom instruction and, (2) The remaining 675 clinical hours are scheduled at various locations in our immediate and surrounding counties. The clinical and lab hours are spread throughout the 15 month program with the majority occurring in the second half of the program. The Pinellas Technical College Practical Nursing program is unable to accommodate students who want to complete hours at clinical sites other than those approved for use locally.
Articulation Agreement(s):
- Statewide Registered Nursing, A.A.S./A.S. Degree
- St. Petersburg College Nursing R.N., A.S. Degree
- Pinellas County Schools Centers for Wellness and Medical Professions
This program is approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing
Industry Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Program Awards:
Related Links:
- State Board of Nursing
- National Association for Practical Nurse Education & Service, Inc.
- National Council for State Board of Nursing
Minimum Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirement: 80%
Minimum Attendance Requirement: 90%
Basic Skills Exit Requirement for Program Completion: Student's competency in computation (mathematics) and communication (reading/language arts) is assessed; required basic skills grade levels are: Computation - 11 and Communication - 11.
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Industry Certifications and FL Ready to Work Credentials
The goal of Pinellas Technical College’s career and technical programs is for each student to achieve an industry-recognized credential or professional license. Where certifications or licenses are linked to a career, Pinellas Technical College’s goal is to prepare graduates of that career technical program for the certification or license exam. In some cases, Pinellas Technical College proctors the exams. Specific certification and license requirements are available from Pinellas Technical College school counselors and program instructors. It is an expectation that students will earn the FL Ready to Work Soft Skills credential before graduating. The Digital Skills credential is also highly recommended as all careers use technology, and it now includes Al topics. The Employability Skills credential reviews basic reading and math skills used on the job. These credentials align with our BIGSIX initiative because our students will be able to articulate how professionalism, pride, focus, success, ownership, and excellence look in their chosen industry. https://www.myfloridareadytowork.com