Acceptance:

1. The program coordinator and faculty review all completed applications and records and render a joint decision.

2. The applicants are notified, in writing of the programs final decision.

3. Applicants return a self-addressed stamped postcard confirming their decision to enter the practical nursing program.

4. A dental exam is required by the State Board of Nursing. The applicant assumes all costs and fees for the dental examination.

5. The applicant must schedule a Physical examination with their physician. The applicant assumes all costs and fees.
***The following immunizations and laboratory tests are required for Program entry.
***Fee for urine drug screening will be included in costs to the Program.

Immunizations:
A. Hepatitis B Vaccine and follow-up antibody titre.

B. MMR or proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. (measles, mumps, rubella titres)

C: Varicella history and/or Varicella titre.

D. Diptheria/Tetnus.

E. Tuberculin Screening---*Must be completed within 90 days of Program entry.(2-step)

A. CBC-Complete Blood Count
B. UA-Urinalysis
C. RPR-Serology
D. Urine Drug Screen for the following:

1. cannaboids

2. cocaine

3. opiates

4. phencyclidine

5. barbiturates

6. benzodiazepines

7. amphetamines

*Students are required to obtain a copy of laboratory test results for there student file.*

***Any applicant who meets the standards for admission is eligible for admission to the Practical Nursing Program. Candidates are seated until the class is filled to a maximum of 36 students per class.***