ABOUT THE NURSING PROGRAM
Unlike our other training programs, the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program requires that you apply to the program before you can begin training. All steps for enrollment are outlined below. NEXT START DATE: NOVEMBER 2010 ENROLLMENT STEPS PLEASE review all enrollment steps before contacting MSC. 1. TAKE THE HESI-A2 TEST. The test is administered at the following locations (contact the site for details): - Rio Salado Community College. Many sites available throughout the Valley. Click link for details.
- GateWay Community College- 602.286.8160
- Glendale Community College- 623.845.3200
- Estrella Mountain Community College- 623.935.8860
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE HESI EXAM: Applicants must score a 75% or higher in math and a composite score of 75% or higher in reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary. The student fee for the HESI A2 is approximately $35.00. HESI A2 scores are valid for 2 years. Applicants may retest after a 60-day period for a maximum of three (3) times per 12-month period. The program administrator may deny acceptance of an application if an applicant violates these guidelines. Study guides are available in selected college bookstores and libraries or online.
2. REVIEW THE TUTORIAL. Candidates for the LPN program are required to download and review the LPN Tutorial. The tutorial goes over the details of the LPN Program at Maricopa Skill Center. DOWNLOAD THE TUTORIAL
(Requires Adobe Reader)
4. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. Submit your completed application, Hesi A2 scores, and required documentation to the Maricopa Skill Center on the following dates and times. Only completed applications will be accepted Tuesday, October 5
9:00am to 11:00am
Room 162 | Wednesday, October 6
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Room 162 | Thursday, October 7
9:00am to 11:00am
Room 162 |
Confirmation and Acceptance. The admission process is a randomized process and is NOT "first come first served." Applicants with complete applications will receive a letter of acceptance for the program as long as space is available. Once all positions are filled, the remaining applicants will receive notification of the closure of the admission process and will be placed on an alternate list. Applicants placed on the alternate list do not need to reapply. Applicant names remain on the alternate list until space becomes available in a subsequent program start. As space becomes available, the program coordinator will e-mail or phone applicants to offer placement. PRACTICAL NURSING CERTIFICATE Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are an integral part of the healthcare team, providing patient care and emotional support for people in need. LPNs work under the direction of Registered Nurses (RNs) to administer medication and perform treatments. Being an LPN requires a lot of compassion, as it will be your responsibility to provide basic bedside care for patients who are in need of nursing care. The Practical Nursing Program at the Maricopa Skill Center takes approximately 14 months to complete and combines nursing theory lectures with planned patient care learning experiences in hospitals, nursing homes and health care agencies, providing students with the theory and skills required to practice as a practical nurse in acute care, extended care, as well as other areas of nursing. At the midpoint of Block B, the student may qualify to apply for a waiver to take the Certified Nurse Assistant examination and be able to work as a CNA as they complete their program of study. Graduates become eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX-PN) to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) at the successful completion of the program. Employment is found in hospitals, clinics, home care, extended care facilities and nursing homes. CERTIFICATE NUMBER: 1500 COURSE # | COURSE NAME | HOURS | TUITION | LAB FEE | BOOK FEE | BLOCK A
| | LPN 107-10C | Basic Skills I & II
| 126 | $705.60 | $138.00 | $318.00 | | LPN 103-10C | Structure and Function | 110 | $616.00 | $52.00 | $206.00 | | LPN 104-10C | Medical Terminology
| 30 | $168.00 | $30.00 | $0.00 | | LPN 105-10C | Drug Calculation and Math
| 20 | $112.00 | $2.50 | $70.00 | | LPN 106-10C | Nutrition
| 42 | $235.20 | $30.00 | $64.00 | BLOCK B
| | LPN 163-10C | Physical Examination and Data Collection for the Practical Nurse
| 72
| $403.20
| $17.00 | $145.00 | | LPN 167-10C | Pharmacology and Medication Administration I
| 70 | $392.00 | $50.00 | $159.00 | | LPN 161-10C | Nursing Process and Pathophysiology I
| 130 | $728.00 | $64.00 | $47.00 | | LPN 169-10C | Nursing Science I
| 134
| $750.40 | $100.00 | $36.00 | BLOCK C
| | LPN 185-10C | Developing the Practical Nurse's Role
| 20
| $112.00
| $23.00 | $37.00 | | LPN 187-10C | Pharmacology and Medication Administration II | 60 | $336.00 | $30.00 | $0.00
| | LPN 181-10C | Nursing Process & Pathophysiology II | 120 | $672.00 | $76.00 | $0.00
| | LPN 189-10C | Nursing Science II | 203
| $1,136.80 | $140.00 | $39.00
| TOTALS*: | 1137 | $6,367.20 | $752.50 | $1,121.00 | TOTAL CERTIFICATE COST*:
| $8,240.70 |
NOTE: Nursing students pay $5.60 per clock hour. Each certificate program listed in the catalog provides detailed information on the average time it takes to complete a program, the average tuition cost, and associated lab and book fees. Tuition rates and/or fees are subject to change without notice. Tuition increases are applicable to all current and incoming students and effective on the date of the rate change. Tuition and fees apply from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011. A non-refundable Registration Fee of $15 per term of attendance is collected from all Maricopa Skill Center students.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 09 August 2010 )
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