Practical Nursing

Program Student Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:

1. Integrate and apply basic science, practical nursing knowledge, and skills to provide quality, holistic, safe patient-centered nursing care.
2. Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation and revision of the nursing plan of care with other healthcare professionals.
3. Perform competencies and responsibilities of practical nursing in compliance with the NJ Board of Nursing and established professional ethics.

• Be at least 18 years of age, high school graduate, and have a GPA of 2.5
• Attend a Mandatory Nursing Information Session. The schedule of dates/times/locations can be found on the College webpage or by contacting S. Hansen at 856-227-7200 ext 4359 or Gamal Alwan nursing advisor at 856-227-7200 ext 4566.
• Complete the College Placement Test and get a “C” or better in all required courses.
• Provide proof of high school graduation or GED.
• Provide college transcripts.
• Submit an official copy of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS V), a scholastic aptitude assessment in the areas of Reading, Math, Science, and English. A minimum score of 58.7% is required for admission. Results must be less than 2 years old and limited to 2 attempts 30 days apart in the application period and 4 lifetime attempts.

• Maintain a grade of C or better in all nursing courses.
• Maintain a grade of C or better in all pre-requisites courses.
• Pass a physical exam; provide a clear criminal background, clear urine drug screen, proof of various immunizations, liability insurance, and health insurance.
• The above requirements are minimum and do not guarantee acceptance into the practical nursing program. Applicants must meet the nursing department’s criteria to receive provisional acceptance and enter Phase 2 of the application process. Deadline for complete files is April 30^th.