Franklin County Practical Nursing Program (FCCTC-PNP)

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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is an integral member of the health care team. LPNs work under the direction of the professional nurse (RN), physician, or dentist in providing nursing care to clients.

Career Opportunities

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are in strong demand. There is an above-average growth of employment opportunities, especially in the fields of geriatrics and rehabilitation. Long term care, ambulatory care, school nursing, and corrections are the common areas of employment for LPNs. There are limited opportunities in acute care settings.

The Reason to Consider FCCTC-PNP

The Franklin County CTC Practical Nursing Program, affiliated with Franklin County Career and Technology Center (FCCTC), is a one-year full time program. This program provides the theory and clinical learning experience for the graduate to prepare for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam. A passing score on this exam allows the graduate to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Two classes are enrolled each year beginning in either February or August. The PN student is guided by expert instructors who have strong clinical and educational backgrounds.

Students attend Monday through Friday. Classroom hours are 8:00 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. Clinical days are from 6:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Upon completion of the 1,610 hours of the program, as approved by the State Board of Nursing, the student will participate in graduation exercises and receive a diploma. The program has an outstanding record in job placement and pass rate on the licensing exam. Every year employers report great satisfaction with the knowledge and ability of the PNP graduate in assuming an entry level position.

Mission

The Mission of the Franklin County Career and Technology Center Practical Nursing Program is to educate and prepare adult learners of Franklin County and surrounding counties to competently and safely practice as an entry level practical nurse. The student will obtain a wide variation of learning experiences through partnering with various local health care organizations. The student will meet or exceed standards and criteria of performance that will be satisfactory to the health care employer. The graduate will be qualified to take the NCLEX-PN exam required for licensure.

NCLEX PN Board Passing Rates

The current NCLEX-PN Board first time pass rate is 87.5% of all graduates taking the exam in 2011-2012 . The pass rate for the first quarter of 2012 is 95.65%. Over the last 5 years the cumulative pass rate of all graduates is 99.12%.

History

The Practical Nursing Program was begun in September 1958, under the sponsorship and direction of the Chambersburg Area Joint School Board as a part of its adult education program. The program has undergone several changes of administration and is now under the direction of the Franklin County Career and Technology Center (FCCTC) and is located at Wilson College.

Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the course provides an inexpensive educational program for a lifetime career.

Accreditation

The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. has granted full accreditation to this program, ensuring a quality education. For further information contact: NLNAC, Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326

Program Approvals

The FCCTC PN Program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The Veteran’s Administration has approved this program for Veterans for more than 20 years.

Joining Forces
The FCCTC-PNP program recently joined this initiative with nursing programs throughout the United States. We have committed to educate our future nurses to prepare them to meet the unique health needs of service members, veterans, and their families.