About
The Practical Nursing curriculum provides knowledge and skills to integrate safety and quality into nursing care to meet the needs of the holistic individual which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes safe, individualized nursing care and participation in the interdisciplinary team while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.
Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) which is required for practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals, rehabilitation/long term care/home health facilities, clinics, and physicians' offices.
Organization
Durham Technical Community College - Main Campus
Durham Technical Community College is a public college in Durham, North Carolina, with transfer-ready and career-ready education across occupational fields including Certified Nursing Assistant, Computer Aided Design, EKG Technician and Monitoring, Emergency Medical Technician, HVAC, and Pharmacy Technician. Its academic pathways include business and entrepreneurship, building, engineering, and skilled trades, as well as science and math. The college also provides university transfer options alongside career-focused programs, continuing education, and student support services. Durham Tech highlights one-on-one assistance through Student Support Services and connects technical education with workforce-focused opportunities, including apprenticeship activity in maintenance technology, laboratory science, and surgical technology. The institution serves as a setting for both occupational preparation and further academic study.