Credential(s) Offered
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Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Our Practical Nursing Diploma Program is approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) located at 900 SW Jackson Street Suite 1051 Topeka, Kansas 66612-1230. Telephone Main: 785-296-4929
The Practical Nursing (PN) program is designed to prepare students to care for diverse individuals and families consistent with the Kansas Board of Nursing LPN scope of practice. Graduates will be prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) and care for patients in a variety of structured inpatient and community-based settings.
The Practical Nursing program is based upon the Kansas Board of Regents and Kansas State Board of Nursing regulations and emphasizes the use of appropriate clinical judgment in the role of the Licensed Practical Nurse. The 43 credit-hour curricula will be taught in four 10-week Modules (terms) for a total of 885 clock hours and will include hands-on, active learning in class and clinical experiences appropriate for practice in today’s health care environment.
Students will have the opportunity to choose a day, evening, or weekend cohort. Special emphasis will be placed on “soft skills” which allow graduates to not only meet patients’ psychosocial needs but also work effectively as a member of the health care team. Additionally, Students will be grounded with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of nursing with evaluation using HESI -A2 at the end of each module. Our Practical Nursing program includes IV Therapy skills! No need to look for IV certification after graduation!
An applied learning approach to the LPN curriculum shall be threaded throughout each module to help students further develop the tactile and critical thinking skills necessary to assist with diagnostic procedures and facilitate the examination and treatment of patients/residents.
Our faculty will prepare the students to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The student who passes the NCLEX-PN becomes a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and is qualified to work as an entry-level licensed practical nurse.
We are committed to the success of our students and our unique approach to education puts students at ease to ensure they are fully engaged in the learning process and prepares students with practical knowledge, skills, and abilities to exceed the expectations of future employers of our PN students. Faculty spends time with students to facilitate understanding of the relevant content and its application in the care of patients. Additionally, a strong, formal remediation process is planned for the PN program to prepare students for the rigors of licensure and the health care environment.
The Practical Nursing program has three flexible schedule options. Each option will be 9 months in length and consist of 20 students:
- Weekday:
- Monday - Thursday from 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM
- Weekday Evening:
- Monday - Thursday from 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM
- Weekend:
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Prerequisite courses:
- Medical Terminology (2 credits)
- Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits)
- Human Growth and Development (3 credits)
Admission Requirements:
- 17 and above (parental approval required for prospective students 17 years old)
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid State IDs/SSN
- Plain white scrub set and black scrub jacket
- Admissions Interview/Complete Admission Package
- TB Skin Test or Negative Chest X-Ray Result
- Negative COVID 19 test result
- Hepatitis B Vaccination (other vaccinations may be required due to varying facility policies)
- Active CNA License
- BLS/CPR from American Heart Association (AHA)
- $25 non-refundable application fee
- HESI-A2 Entrance Exam
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
40
Hours
885
Entrance Requirements
Combination of Education and Course(s)
School
Mid-America College of Health Sciences
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
10000 W. 75th Street, Suite 241, Building A, Merriam, Kansas
Local WIB
3 - Workforce Investment Area III
Name of Credential
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
Mid-America College of Health Sciences shall implement the refund policy stipulated under Kansas Board of Regents K.A.R 88-28-2(a) (9) guidelines.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Kansas State Board of Nursing
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
Yes
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,419.00 Textbook bundle and Lippincott resources
Testing/Exam Fees
$300.00 Kansas NCLEX-PN Exam fee and application fees
In-State Tuition
$19,500.00 $4,875 Per Module x 4 Modules
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$20,700.00 $5,175 Per Module x 4 Modules
Registration Fee
$25.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$22,244.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$23,444.00
