Altahama Technical College combines didactic and experiential learning together by subject matter, which enhances depth of learning for the students. The entire practical nursing curriculum requires completion of 95 credit hours. Basic theory classes include medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and psychology. Clinical practicum courses provide experience in various nursing specialties such as pediatrics, obstetrics, and surgical nursing. Candidates applying to the program must be at least 17 years of age, hold a high school diploma or GED and have proof of current immunizations. Successful graduates will be equipped to sit for the state licensure exam and subsequently work as a licensed practical nurse.
Altamaha Technical College
1777 W. Cherry St.
Jesup, GA 31545
912-427-5800
altamahatech.edu
The fully accredited Atlanta Technical College faculty and staff are dedicated to preparing students for high-paying, rewarding careers. Applicants to the LPN program must be high school graduates or hold a GED and must achieve minimum admission scores in reading, mathematics and language arts. Nurse candidates must maintain a grade point average of 2.5 in all nursing courses throughout the program. The program consists of clinical rotations along with classroom theory in human sciences, pharmacology, medical terminology, cell biology and behavioral sciences. Practical courses take nurse candidates through an experience in many nursing specialties.
Atlanta Technical College
1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
404-225-4400
atlantatech.edu
Heart of Georgia Technical College offers an LPN program that consists of five consecutive quarters of fundamental theory and clinical experience learning. Successful completion of this program equips graduates with the knowledge to sit for the state licensure exam for practical nursing as well as provides them with the skill to deliver excellent, ethical care to patients. The faculty in the LPN program encourages nurses to use their training in the behavioral sciences to assess the mental and emotional status of patients as well as physical status. This allows for treatment and care of the whole client and not simply symptomatic relief.
Heart of Georgia Technical College
560 Pinehill Road
Dublin, GA 31021
478-274-7863
heartofgatech.edu