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Practical Nursing

This program provides the education that leads to a certificate in practical nursing and eligibility to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for Practical Nursing. The curriculum provides students with the knowledge, technical skills, interpersonal skills and values that qualify graduates for a career in practical nursing. Content includes courses in science, social science, humanities, nursing theory, lab skills training and clinical experiences in a variety of healthcare settings. General education credits earned in this program will transfer as per existing intercollegiate agreements. The Practical Nursing program can be completed within 3 semesters. The New Jersey Board of Nursing defines a license practical nurse (LPN) as one who performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding; reinforcing the patient and family teaching program through health teaching, health counseling and provisions of supportive and restorative care, under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or dentist.

The Camden County College Practical Nursing Certificate Program is approved by:
The New Jersey Board of Nursing
PO Box 45010 Newark, NJ 07101

* Evening & Daytime PN programs available!

Steps to Apply

  1. Visit the Nursing Programs webpage
  2. Attend an Info Session
  3. Apply to Camden County College
  4. The Practical Nursing (PN) program application period ended on February 1, 2025. The new application will be available on 11/1/25. For reference only, download the PN Application Booklet.

 

TEAS Registration
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Code Course Credits
First Year / Fall Semester
BIO-111 Biology I-Science 1 or
CHM-101 General, Organic & Biological Chemistry I 1 4
NUR-108 Foundations of Practical Nursing 2 6
ENG-101 English Composition I 3 3
13
First Year / Spring Semester
PSY-101 Basic Psychology 3
BIO-211 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 or
BIO-117 Basic Anatomy & Physiology I 4
NUR-109 Practical Nursing I 5 7
14
Code Course Credits
Second Year / Summer Semester
BIO 212 Anatomy and Physiology II 6 or 4
BIO 118 Basic Anatomy & Physiology II 7 4
NUR-111 Practical Nursing II 8 8
NUR-112 Trends Issues and Advanced Nursing Concepts 9 3
15
Total Minimum Credits 42
1 Must test into college-level Math and English or complete all appropriate prerequisites
2 Acceptance into the Practical Nursing program
3 Must test into ENG-101 or complete all appropriate prerequisites
4 Prerequisite: BIO-111; Must test into college-level Math and English or complete all appropriate prerequisites
5 Prerequisite: NUR-108, BIO-111 and NUR-108
6 Prerequisite for BIO-212: BIO-211
7 Prerequisite for BIO-118: BIO-117
8 Prerequisite: BIO-117 or BIO-211, ENG-101, PSY-101, NUR-108, NUR-109
Co-requisite: NUR-112
9 Prerequisite: BIO-117 or BIO-211, ENG-101, PSY-101, NUR-108, NUR-109
Co-requisite: NUR-111

At the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Utilize evidence-based research to provide safe and comprehensive nursing care.
  2. Identify collaborative relationships within the interdisciplinary team, inclusive of the client, and the client support persons.
  3. Identify quality improvement initiatives that impact care delivery and promote quality health outcomes.
  4. Utilize information and technology to communicate and guide decision making.
  5. Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors consistent with the standards of practice and regulatory frameworks of the Licensed Practical Nurse.

Employment Opportunities

  • Physicians’ offices
  • Residential care facilities
  • Community care facilities
  • Nursing care facilities
  • Long-term care facilities
  • Home healthcare services
  • Rehabilitation facilities
  • Outpatient care facilities

Special Program Requirements

All applicants must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate or have a GED.
  • Be at college-level Math and English following the placement requirements and/or exemptions of the Testing Center on www.camdencc.edu/testing by
    the start of the program.
  • Provide college transcripts.
  • A minimum overall TEAS score of 55% with a minimum score of 50% in both Reading and Math is required. Results must be less than 2 years old at the time of application with at least 30 days between attempts and maximum of 4 attempts in a year. Test in-person only. Register on www.atitesting.com.
  • Maintain a grade of C or better and no less than 75% in all nursing courses.
  • Maintain a grade of C or better in all general education courses.
  • If accepted, complete a physical exam, with proof of required immunizations or titers that show immunity, proof of liability insurance, and health insurance. Must provide a clear urine drug screen and clear criminal background, within two weeks of program acceptance.
  • The above requirements are minimum and do not guarantee acceptance into the nursing program. Applicants must meet the nursing department’s criteria to receive provisional acceptance.

ACEN Policy #29

Contact Nursing

Sherri Bonafiglia
Nursing Program Coordinator
Phone: (856) 227-7200 ext. 4573
Email: nursing@camdencc.edu
www.camdencc.edu/nursing

Camden County College Practical Nursing Program is accredited by:
New Jersey Board of Nursing
124 Halsey Street
Newark, NJ 07102
973-504-6430
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/nur

Effective November 18, 2022, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on November 18, 2024.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.com/candidates/candidacy.asp

Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.

Additional information

CIP Code

51.3901
Program Code

NUR.CT

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