About
Pima Community College’s Practical Nurse certificate is offered at the West Campus in Tucson, Arizona. The program prepares students to provide nursing care to ill, injured, or recovering patients and leads to practical nurse licensure through preparation for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®). Coursework combines classroom learning with hands-on training and runs for three semesters on a full-time schedule. Students study medication administration, physical assessment, wound care, pharmacology, infection control, and care-plan implementation. The program has additional admission requirements, although the published page does not specify them.
At a glance
- Format: In person
- Leads to: National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®)
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Pima Community College - West Campus
Pima Community College, West Campus, is an institution in Tucson, Arizona, with occupational training that includes Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, Nursing, ADN, Nursing, LPN to RN, Pharmacy Technician, and Phlebotomy. The campus is home to the Center of Excellence for Health Professions, with education in nursing, radiologic technology, and respiratory care. Dental Studies includes practice in a dental clinic and preparation for dental assisting and related dental careers. West Campus also provides instruction in digital arts, including web design, film and video, graphic design, gaming and simulation, illustration, and digital photography. Additional academic offerings include Fashion Design, music, art, theater, and photography, supported by venues for performances, exhibits, and community experiences.