Practical Nursing Diploma (Summer Start)
Practical Nursing Diploma (Summer Start)
West Burlington Campus and Keokuk Campus
You have a calling to help others, you are compassionate, you want to give back. A career in nursing provides rewards beyond measure.
Other programs in the Nursing pathway are Nursing Aide which is a one-class course offered in afternoons in many locations and in hybrid format to accommodate high school students and working individuals.
Successful completion of the Nursing Diploma program can be completed in Summer, Fall and Spring semesters (11-months) allows the student to test for the NCLEX-PN for licensure as a licensed practical nurse.
Successful completion of the Nursing AAS program can be completed in two years (starting in Summer) allows the student to test for the NCLEX-RN for licensure as a registered nurse.
Nursing is one of the most trusted healthcare professions. Those interested in entering nursing should be caring and compassionate, responsible, detail-oriented and have the ability to manage stress in dealing with patients and families with acute and chronic diseases.
The majority of the nursing workforce today consists of LPN's (Licensed Practical Nurses) and RN's (Registered Nurses). SCC's nursing program offers an educational program for each of these options.
Licensed Practical Nurses work primarily in long-term care settings, physicians' offices, clinics and home health care.
Upon completion of the requirements of the nursing program for the practical nursing diploma option (first three semesters) you are eligible to take the National Council for Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for practical nursing. Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN allows you to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Once achieving the requirements to become an LPN, you may advance to the Associate Degree Nurse career option. Students receiving the PN Diploma and passing the licensure examination may work as an LPN while pursuing the Associate Degree in Nursing.
PREPARATORY NURSING
Many students prep for Nursing by completing the related courses before enrolling in the PNN courses. Before enrolling in any of the preparatory courses, please review the offerings with an Enrollment Specialist.
Developmental Psychology
English Composition I
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Microbiology
Admissions standards apply for this program. Please contact the Enrollment Services Office for details.
Board of Nursing Professional Licensure Requirements by State/U.S. Department of Education
Regulation 34 CFR
https://www.ncsbn.org/nursing-regulation/education/board-of-nursing-licensure-requirements.page
The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows a nurse to have one multistate license with
the ability to practice in the home state and other compact states.
https://www.ncsbn.org/compacts.page
Program Outcome and Accreditation Information
*Additional Health professions student outcomes are available on the Consumer Information page.
West Burlington and Keokuk campus
Program Information
Admission Criteria for Nursing Programs (#317) applies to this program. Below is a summary of the guidelines for convenience and is subject to change. Application deadlines apply to this program. Please contact Enrollment Services for more details.
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- Current Iowa Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant**.
- Complete and attain minimums in standardized scores within 24 months of review for
acceptance into the program:
- ACT
- Reading: 19
- Math: 19
- English: 17
- OR Composite of 20
- SAT
- Reading/Writing: 330
- Math: 510
- OR Composite of 1040
- Next-Gen ACCUPLACER:
- Reading: 248 or greater
- Writing: 260 or greater
- ALEKS:
- Math: 14 or greater
- Complete the following classes with a grade of C or higher:
- BIO-168 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIO-173 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- BIO-186 Microbiology
- ACT
Additional Requirements
- Students are required to attend nursing orientation and complete the following requirements once admitted to the program.
- Students will be required to pass a mandatory background check.
- Students will be required to submit (at their own expense) a completed physical examination form and immunizations for health care providers.
- Current certification in CPR-Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers**.
- Current certification in Mandatory Reporter-Adult & Child Abuse**.
- Signed Confidentiality Agreement.
- Current HIPAA Certification.
- Current Blood Borne Pathogen certification.
**Certifications may be obtained at Southeastern Community College. Students should work with a Student Success Advocate for the appropriate courses and dates to obtain these certifications.
All health career programs require students to earn a grade of "C" (2.0) or above in all coursework within the program. All other eligibility requirements must be met. See a Student Success Advocate for further information or assistance with these requirements.
The Southeastern Community College Associate Degree in Nursing Program holds initial accreditation from the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA), located at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037. 202-909-2487.
Verification of program accreditation can be found on the National League of Nursing website: https://cnea.nln.org/accredited-programs#IA
View Program Outcome and Accreditation information at https://nursing.iowa.gov/
For specific information regarding program rules and expectations, please view the Nursing Program Handbook.
Summary Sheet
The summary sheet provides a program overview and other information.
Curriculum Sequence
| Prerequisite | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| BIO-168 | ||
| BIO-173 | ||
| BIO-186 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Summer Semester | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-105 | ||
| PNN-160 | ||
| PSY-121 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Fall Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| PNN-222 | ||
| PNN-534 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |
| Spring Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| PNN-311 | ||
| PNN-535 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 0 |