The Certificate of Applied Study in Practical Nursing is a one-year program whose graduates meet the academic requirements to apply for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination. Practical nurses (LPN/LVN) provide basic patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses and other healthcare providers. BridgeValley’s state-of-art simulation laboratory and clinical experiences promote hands-on learning for practical nursing students. Practical nursing courses allow students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to practice in various patient care settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, home health, and provider offices.
Practical Nursing Program graduates can continue their education by obtaining an Associate of Applied Science through BridgeValley’s LPN Advanced Placement Program.
BridgeValley Community and Technical College
BridgeValley Community and Technical College, located in South Charleston, WV, is a public higher education institution specializing in technical and community education. It offers practical programs, like its Phlebotomy Technician training, which includes extensive clinical practice. The school's teaching approach emphasizes leading-edge technology and innovative technical education, designed to prepare a skilled workforce and build tomorrow's leaders.
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