Practical Nursing Education
Admission Requirements | Accreditation | Program Outcomes | Additional Resources | Student Handbook
The Practical Nursing program is located in Wright Hall on the Booneville campus. The graduate of the program receives a Certificate of Practical Nursing and is eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The title of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is awarded after successful completion of the licensure examination.The Practical Nursing program prepares the individual to assist in providing general nursing care requiring basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, psychological, and sociological sciences; and of nursing procedures which do not require the skills, judgment, and knowledge required of a registered nurse. This care is performed under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or dentist.
Admission Requirements
The Practical Nursing program is the only Health Science program that admits students for spring semester. You will need to apply to NEMCC and be assigned a NE ID# BEFORE applying for the PN program. If you want to apply for the spring 2025 admissions please follow the link provided. For questions about the spring admissions contact Dr. Kristi Tooley at kmtooley@nemcc.edu
To apply for Spring 2025 Admissions click here https://forms.office.com/r/V0ia3ayQPT.
Accreditation
The Practical Nursing program is accredited by the Mississippi Board of Nursing, 713 S. Pear Orchard Rd #300, Ridgeland, MS 39157.
Program Outcomes
Additional Resources
A student who is unsuccessful in the associate degree nursing program at NEMCC has the option of enrolling in the practical nursing program at NEMCC. Additional information is available by contacting the Program Director. Also click the link below for additional information.
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Student Handbook
The student handbook provides valuable information to current and prospective students. Program goals, academic and clinical policies, course information, and information on student activities are provided in one convenient location.