Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

The Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate 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 clinical experiences in a variety of client care settings including hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare agencies. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN). 

Application Requirements

Prior to program application, the applicant must have an active Arizona certification or licensure as a CNA or LNA, or MMP, with one year of full-time or two years of part-time recent work experience; a successful score on ATI TEAS entrance exam; and high-school diploma or GED. There are special requirements for admission to the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate. It is recommended that students work closely with their advisor to ensure all application requirements are fully met. The application can be found at the Allied Health website: www.yc.edu/alliedhealth

Upon conditional program acceptance, the student must comply with all requirements of the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program. These include criminal background, health, safety, and drug screenings. For detailed program information, visit www.yc.edu/alliedhealth

It is essential that practical nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the laboratory and clinical portions of the program. At minimum, students will be required to transfer and move clients, stand for several hours at a time, perform bending activities and perform fine motor skills with dexterity. The clinical nursing experience places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting client's 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 applying. The essential skills and functional ability standards for the program are identified in the application.

Admission or graduation from the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program does not guarantee licensure to practice nursing. Graduates of the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program are eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) for the Practical Nurse (PN). 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, independently of any program requirements for graduation.

Credit Hours Required: 22

Program Requirements

• 
  LPN 101 - Fundamentals of Practical Nursing Care I Credits: 4


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  LPN 105 - Development of Practical Nursing Credits: 2


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  LPN 110 - Application of Practical Nursing I Credits: 3


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  LPN 115 - Pharmacology for Practical Nursing I Credits: 2


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  LPN 201 - Fundamentals of Practical Nursing Care II Credits: 4


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  LPN 205 - Advanced Development of Practical Nursing Credits: 2


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  LPN 210 - Application of Practical Nursing II Credits: 3


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  LPN 215 - Pharmacology for Practical Nursing II Credits: 2

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Practical Nursing Fast Track Certificate program, the learner will be able to:

1. Engage in holistic practice that respects the dignity, diversity, and self-determination of adult, obstetric, newborn, and pediatric clients, and their families (Client Centered Care).


2. Collaborate and communicate effectively with clients, families, and members of the interprofessional team to coordinate holistic care (Teamwork and Collaboration).


3. Demonstrate critical thinking skills and evidence-based practice through utilization of the nursing process as a guideline in providing nursing care to meet the physical, mental, and psychosocial health care needs of the adult, obstetric, newborn, and pediatric client (Evidenced-Based Practice).


4. Assist with the evaluation of nursing care based on established outcome criteria (Quality Improvement).


5. Demonstrate skills in client safety, medication administration, the nursing process, and specific client care (Safety).


6. Illustrate use of relevant technology for client care and documentation (Informatics).

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