The Practical Nursing Certificate Program is eighteen (18) months in length. It consists of three (3) semesters.  Medgar Evers College provides an opportunity to eligible applicants for entry into a College-based Practical Nurse Program. The Practical Nurse Program of study is an upward mobility opportunity for selected applicants to achieve a Certificate in Nursing. Upon completion, the graduate of the PN program is eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN. 
THE PURPOSE OF THE PN PROGRAM IS TO:

1. Provide a program of study for candidates who qualify to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN).
2. Prepare a graduate for entry into the health care system.
3. Prepare the graduate to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse under the direct supervision of the R.N.

Certificate in Practical Nursing Hand Book available here

The Practical Nursing Program is registered by the State Education Department:  (518) 486-2967; 
Email:  www.OPPROGS@mail.NYSED.gov
Member: Council of Practical Nursing Programs