The dates, times, and/or delivery (either in-person and/or remotely) of this class are subject to change due to the impact of COVID-19. All students who register for the class will be contacted via email and/or by phone, if and when, changes are made to this class.  If you are not contacted by the Adult Education office, then this class will run as normally scheduled.

Program Requirements:

1. Complete the TEAS test with competency at 10th grade level or above. Minimum of 9th grade level is required for the TEAS math test (other eligible test reviewed - TEAS, HESI)

2. Attend a mandatory orientation session.

3. Complete all program application forms.

4. Pay required first installment to the program.

5. Submit all program prerequisities by the given deadline: 

Program Prerequisites:

1.  Physical, Immunizations, 2 step PPD, and 10-Panel Urine Drug Test (click for Physical form)

2. Criminal Background (click for Background Check instructions)

3. Official High School transcript or US equivalent.

4. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certification - AHA (BLS/CPR Class) 

5. Proof of personal health insurance.

6. Uniform fittings available in the Adult Ed. Main Office at Westampton. (click here for B.C.I.T. Uniform Order Form).

7. Individuals should possess strong communication, computer, and interpersonal skills.  

Entry into Program will depend upon satisfactory submission of required documentation.

Program Description:

The licensed practical nurse performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of casefinding; reinforcing the patient and family teaching program through health teaching, health counseling and provision of supportive and restorative care, under the direction of a registered nurse of licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician, dentist or nurse practitioner.

This 11-month program of practical nursing provides the education needed to prepare individuals entering the nursing profession as Licensed Practical Nurses, to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). The curriculum provides students with the knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills, and values that qualify graduates for a career in this field. The program includes courses relating to health science, social science, humanities, nursing theory, lab skills training and clinical experiences in a variety of healthcare settings. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of healthcare settings under supervision of nursing faculty and qualified healthcare professionals. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from any clinical activity.  The academic andclinical components of the curriculum are equitably distributed throughout the program.

Licensed Practical Nurses seeking continued education in the nursing field are eligible to apply with advanced standing for admission to an approved Associate Degree Nursing program. College credits may also be applicable from an approving college or university.

Program cost does not include Textbooks, Equipment and Uniform (Royal Blue Scrubs-solid without prints/white shoes).  Fees for certification with NJ State Board of Nursing is not included.