PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Certificate C in Practical Nursing Program prepares students for entry into the healthcare system as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The Garden City Community College Department of Nursing Education faculty and students believe at the completion of the program the graduates have the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities needed to practice safely and effectively. As an entry-level practical nurse, the graduates are able to meet the client’s basic needs throughout the lifespan requiring promotion, maintenance, and/or restoration of health. Upon successful completion of this program, the students are awarded a certificate and then be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination to become licensed as a Practical Nurse. LPN is a requirement for entry into the associate degree nursing program at GCCC. This certificate fulfills the College’s mission of developing skills in written communication, oral communication, and critical thinking while advancing knowledge in diversity and social responsibility. The semester-by-semester plans described below are general guidelines. Students should work closely with their academic advisors to develop a plan that best meets their own individual needs and goals.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES AND CURRICULUM MAP.
Admission Requirements
The pracital nursing program has a selective admission policy. The following is a suggested course outline. Students should contact their advisor for a personalized plan of study. Nursing courses are challenging and require generous study and preparation time outside of class.
- Prerequisite classes listed must have a passing grade of “C” or greater to be eligible for entrance into the Nursing Program.
- All science and math classes to be considered must have been taken within the last 5 years of admission to Nursing program.
- Nelson Denny of 12 or higher.
Notice: According to Kansas law (KSA 65-1120), certain criminal convictions would deny or restrict access to a Kansas nursing license. Applicants should check with the Garden City Community College Department of Nursing or the Kansas State Board of Nursing for questions regarding this issue.
Practical Nursing certificate is approved by:
Kansas State Board of Nursing
900 SW Jackson, Suite 1051
Topeka, KS 66612-1230
www.ksbn.org
(785) 296-4929
Program Licensure:
This program leads to state-required licensure in the state of Kansas. It may not meet licensure requirements in other states. Click here to view a state-by state breakdown of where this program meets licensure requirements in other U.S. states: https://gcccks.edu/_resources/pdf/lpn_licensure_as_of_2024_7_26_08012024.pdf. The college maintains a Student Location Policy: https://gcccks.edu/about_gccc/policies/student_location_policy.pdf and a Distance Education Disclosure Policy: https://gcccks.edu/about_gccc/policies/distance_education_disclosure_policy.pdf. Students who are not planning to live and work in Kansas should pay special attention to the licensure requirements in their state. Students with a legal permanent address in a state other than Kansas may not be allowed to enroll in a program leading to required licensure unless they sign a declaration that they are intending to move to Kansas. Please contact your academic advisor for more information.