About
This curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide nursing care to children and adults. Students will participate in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination - Practical Nurse Examination (NCLEX-PN), which is required for practice as a Practical Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals, rehabilitation, long term care, home health facilities, clinics, and physicians' offices.
Organization
Central Carolina Community College - Chatham Main Campus
Central Carolina Community College is a community college serving Pittsboro, North Carolina, and the surrounding area. Its occupational training includes Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant Diploma Program, Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing Diploma, and Registered Nurse programs. The college offers associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs, along with workforce development courses and personal enrichment classes. It also provides pathways for visiting students taking courses for transfer to a home institution, early college and dual enrollment opportunities for high school students, and services for military-affiliated students using VA Benefits. The college serves learners through both career-focused education and continuing education options.