About
The student practical nurse studies basic nursing skills and such related subjects as body structure and function in wellness and illness, nutrition, pharmacology, obstetrics, and psychology. The clinical experience provides supervised nursing care of medical, surgical, obstetric, and pediatric patients. Both classroom work and clinical experiences are such that upon completion of the course, the graduate is eligible for written examination by the State Board of Nursing. Licensed practical nurses, who have passed their examination, usually work under the supervision of the registered nurse, physician, or dentist.
TCAT does not have a Nursing Assistant program. Students who withdraw before completing the entire Practical Nursing diploma are eligible to receive a Nursing Assistant certificate if all first trimester work is completed and passed. A Nursing Assistant graduate then must pass the state licensure test.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | |
| Clock Hours | 1,296 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $4,308.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $2,719.00 |
Program Credentials
Those interested in seeking admission to the Practical Nursing Program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Hartsville MUST first successfully pass the HESI exam. The cost is $40 The test is scheduled to be given at various times.
NOTE: This is a timed exam. There is 2.5 hours for the exam. Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to prepare.
To schedule the HESI exam, please contact Susan McDonald at 615-374-2147.
For math and reading practice test questions, please visit www.hesia2practicetest.com
The deadline for the September 2022 class is Friday, May 20, 2022. Applicants must submit a Fall 2022 online application for the Wilson County Campus, provide passing HESI scores, and complete the necessary documentation in the PN packet.
If you have any quesitons, please call Student Services at 615-374-2147.
Campus Locations
716 McMurry Blvd East
Hartsville, TN 37074
415 Tennessee Blvd
Lebanon, TN 37087
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