The Practical Nursing (PN) program is a 12-month certificate program designed to prepare students for nursing employment in the healthcare field. This field includes employment in areas such as a doctor’s office, home health, the corrections system, or long-term care facilities. Graduates of this program contribute to the health and well-being of patients through direct patient care, administration of medication, and medical treatments. FGC’s NCLEX-PN first-time pass rates are consistently above state and national averages.
Florida Gateway College (FGC), located at 149 SE College Pl, Lake City, FL 32025, is a premier public community college dedicated to delivering affordable and high-quality postsecondary education to the residents of North Central Florida 12 3. The expansive 132-acre campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, such as a recreational student center featuring video games, life-size chess, and a fully-equipped fitness center. Students can also enjoy the culinary offerings at the Gateway Grill restaurant on campus 1.
FGC offers an impressive range of academic programs, from quick-start certificate courses to comprehensive four-year bachelor's degree programs, with over 60 areas of study including health sciences, industry, public safety, and computer science. Remarkably, 20 of these programs are available entirely online, catering to a diverse student body 4. The college prides itself on its student-centered philosophy by facilitating small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and strong support services such as round-the-clock tutoring and childcare through the Little Wolves Child Care Center. Beyond academics, FGC cultivates a dynamic campus culture with vibrant student activities, clubs, athletics, and a proactive student government, all of which contribute to a nurturing and engaging educational environment 10.