About
Community College of Philadelphia’s Nursing program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, prepares students for staff nurse roles in acute, long-term care and community-based facilities. The program awards an Associate in Applied Science degree and makes graduates eligible to sit for the state licensure examination to become a registered nurse. The traditional option runs for two years, with classes at the College and supervised clinical learning in Philadelphia health care agencies; evening or weekend clinical assignments may be required. Admission requires a high school diploma or GED, specified biology and chemistry preparation, two years of college-preparatory mathematics with a grade of C or better, placement in foundational mathematics and English composition, and a minimum 2.75 GPA. Applicants must also be at least 18 years old when beginning designated nursing courses.
At a glance
- Format: In person
- Leads to: state licensure examination to become a registered nurse (R.N.)
Organization
Community College of Philadelphia
Community College of Philadelphia is a college in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offering occupational education through Nurse Aide Training Program, Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), Pharmacy Technician, and Phlebotomy programs, among other fields. Its nurse aide training combines classroom lecture, laboratory skills, and clinical practicum to prepare participants for work in long-term care facilities, hospices, assisted living facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes. The noncredit certificate prepares participants for the Pennsylvania State Nurse Aide Competency and Training Examination, and completed training and certification exams may provide college credit applicable to specific credit-bearing degree programs. The college also offers degree and certificate study alongside professional development and continuing education courses.