Practical Nurse Program
With the construction of large healthcare facilities in the West Valley, coupled with an aging population at both the local and national level, trained healthcare professionals are more in demand than ever before. Careers in healthcare, including licensed practical nurses are often included on "hot" job listings worldwide.
This program provides a holistic approach to education that combines classroom instruction with a skills-based laboratory, hands-on experience, and therapeutic interaction with patients at off-site clinical locations throughout the Phoenix area.
Practical nurses typically start at $18 to $23 per hour, and are responsible for a variety of patient needs. Often working directly under an RN/nurse manager, practical nurses have a responsibility of providing quality care to their patients and assisting senior medical staff. Practical nurses work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, home health, and hospice.
Program prepares students to take the NCLEX-PN licensing examination.
Completion of program does not guarantee licensure.
| Program Hours | What are the costs? | |
| 1008 clock hours 11.5 months, begins three times per year Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Requires 24 hours per week Hours and days may vary Call Advisor for year around start dates |
Tuition ($5.60 per clock hour) Lab Fees HESI Fees Registration fee Graduation fee EMCC Cost Tuition and related expenses * |
$5644.80 $750.00 $42.00 $15.00 $15.00 $6466.80 |
| Requirements for Admission | For more information call | |
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Must be 18 years of age |
Victoria Goodrum, Program Manager |
623.535.2780 |
Addtional Information
All tuition and fees are subject to change pending MCCCD Governing Board Approval
Programs that are 600+ clock hours qualify for financial aid funding. Please see our advisor for alternate funding options
Some programs may have additional related costs that are not listed. Please ask an advisor for more information.
Why the SouthWest Skill Center?
The SouthWest Skill Center's continued focus on ease and affordability creates a distinct approach to learning. Schedules and fee payments differ from other colleges and campuses. Classes are calculated according to clock hours instead of semester based credits.
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Nurse Advisor - 623.935.8563
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