Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Certificate in Practical Nursing

Certificate
Paul D. Camp Community College

This program prepares selected students to meet needs as practitioners of practical nursing (PN) in many health care facilities. After completion of the program, students will be able to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam Practical Nurse. The program provides a background for transfer choices to a two year college, or four year school.

Outcomes

At the completion of the Practical Nursing Certificate, graduates will...

  1. Apply nursing concepts based on bio-psycho-social cultural and spiritual components of individual patients across the life span.
  2. Utilize legal and ethical principles while providing safe, patient centered care to culturally diverse populations.
  3. Demonstrate safe and competent care in the performance of basic clinical nursing skills while utilizing information technology.
  4. Collaborate professionally with members of interdisciplinary health care teams.
  5. Utilize the concepts of the nursing process that include conducting a focused nursing assessment of the patient status, be able to make appropriate decisions about who and when to inform, identify patient needs, plan for nursing care, implement appropriate aspects of nursing care, and contribute to the evaluation of patient outcomes.
  6. Demonstrate professional growth and development by acquiring knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Web Page
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Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree This program is designed to prepare students to qualify as practitioners of practical nursing in a variety of health care facilities. After successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to apply to the Virginia Board of Nursing to sit for the NCLEX-LPN exam.
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

Students interested in applying to the nursing programs must complete a Camp Community College (Camp) application and a nursing program application.

Physical Demands: The typical physical demands of a nurse include full range of motion including handling and lifting patients and/or equipment, manual and finger dexterity, hand and eye coordination. The job generally requires standing and walking for extensive periods. The practical nurse should be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The job settings may have stressful conditions and/or irregular hours. There is a potential for exposure to communicable diseases. Upon admission to the nursing program, the prospective student is provided with a Nursing/Allied Health Program Physical Examination form that must be completed by a physician or nurse practitioner prior to enrolling in nursing classes.

Criminal background checks are required for entrance into the nursing programs. Students must have a negative background check and drug screen in order to begin clinical nursing courses. Health care facilities may not employ individuals who have committed certain criminal acts. See Barrier Crimes located on the website https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PVyv51yAKlJMTl2CyOPevN05ZddKTkhX/view . Students who have positive results from these checks may be prohibited from clinical and will not be able complete the program.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Paul D. Camp Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights This program is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
Related Programs & Certifications
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On Completion You Are Ready For
Credential
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Pre-Nursing Career Studies Certificate
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Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Certificate in Practical Nursing
45
Certificate in Practical Nursing (157)
45
Unused Courses - Practical Nursing
0
Unused Courses - Practical Nursing
45
Practical Nursing Career Studies Requirements
45
ENG 111 - College Comp I
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
PNE 173 - Pharm for Pr Nurse
2
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
PNE 161 - Nursing in Hlth Ch I
7
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
PNE 163 - Nurs in Hlth Ch III
9
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
PSY 230 - Developmental Psy
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
AND
Complete courses from the following Course list:
SDV 100 or Equivalent
1
Earn 1 credits: Complete the following
Earn 1 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
AND
Complete courses from the following Course list:
PNE 145 - Trends in Prac Nurs
1
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
PNE 162 - Nurs In Hlth Ch II
10
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
HLT 143 - Med Term I for HlthC
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
PNE 196 - On-Site Training
2
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
BIO 141-Hum Anat & Physi I
4
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Completion of the general education credential or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of Camp’s general education component of Camp’s curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the program.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students earning an associate degree while in high school may not be eligible for guaranteed admission programs at four-year institutions. Students planning to transfer should review the guaranteed admissions requirements at the college to which they want to be admitted.
Credit for Prior Learning

Camp follows the VCCS Waiver of Requirements policy when determining whether any course or program requirements can be waived when previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle students to an adjustment in required courses in a particular curriculum.

Students who believe that previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle them to an adjustment in the required courses in a particular curriculum should contact the Dean or their Program Advisor to determine procedures before registering for classes.

Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Paul D. Camp Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Number of Transfer Students
180
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Camp enrolls over 900 curricular students, with an average class size of 10 students, a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by the Catalog in effect when a student enters the college, or any in a subsequent Catalog chosen. A student must follow program or major requirements in effect at the time a program or major is declared or at the time a program or major is changed. If a student’s progress toward a degree is interrupted for four or more consecutive semesters (excluding Summer), the curricular requirements of the Catalog in effect when re-entering the college must be followed.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Most degree and certificate programs are open to all students. Some programs in nursing and allied health have competitive entry and require a separate application.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) to Registered Nursing (RN) - Advanced Placement Option (APO)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing - Hybrid Distance EducationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearHybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing: Advanced Placement Option for Licensed Practical NursesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeNursing, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAAS Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-BSN SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in NursingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
29-2061.00Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational NursesCare for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 45 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Certificate in Practical Nursing at Paul D. Camp Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 3 semesters or 1.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $7,335 $0 $7,335 Includes Virginia Residents, Dual Enrollment, Military residing in-state, and Contract enrollment in-state.
Fees
Student Activity and Auxiliary Fees $4 Per Credit $180 0 $180
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.