This career major includes Core Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Long Term Care Aide, preparing the student to become a licensed practical nurse - an important member of the health care team who works under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or dentist. Students will learn the role of the LPN and how to care
for a variety of patients including geriatric, pediatric, oncology, and pre/post operative patients. Students will learn how to identify patient problems, identify appropriate interventions and evaluate nursing care. Graduates of this career major will be eligible take the NCLEX-PN and become licensed through the Board of Nursing.
The WWTC Practical Nursing major is designed to be completed in 12-16 months of study. The major is an organized, goal-directed program of study geared towards adult learners, and requires active participation of the student. The program is approximately 50% classroom student and 50% laboratory practice/clinical participation. Students rotate through the larger area healthcare facilities performing procedures and working with professionals. Clinical experience may be on various shift hours. Field trips to metropolitan hospitals are also part of the student's learning experience.
Instructors
Andrea Kreis
Marion McGeehee
Bonnie Eldridge
Special Considerations
Although WWTC does not discriminate against persons convicted of a felony for admission into the program, it is important for students to be aware that if a prior felony conviction exists, he/she may not be eligible to take the state board exam after completion of the program. It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor(s) and Health Program Coordinator of prior arrest history upon entry into the program. This will give adequate time for the faculty to aid the student in providing the necessary information to the Board of Nursing. The staff is responsible for the student's recommendation/eligibility to take the state board exam. The state licensure application requires answering questions regarding felonies and convictions. The Oklahoma Board of Nursing will complete a background check on each student recommended to take the state board exam with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI).
Curriculum/Hours
| Core Medical Terminology | 45 | |
| Anatomy and Physiology | 120 | |
| Long Term Care Nursing Assistant Course | 91 | |
| Concepts of Nursing | 40 | |
| Fundamentals of Nursing | 160 | |
| Clinical I Basic Nursing | 80 | |
| Pharmacology and Intravenous Therapy Skills | 50 | |
| Medical Surgical Nursing I | 75 | |
| Clinical II Medical Surgical Nursing (Part I) | 192 | |
| Medical Surgical Nursing II | 75 | |
| Clinical III - Medical Surgical Nursing (Part II) | 192 | |
| Pediatric Nursing | 40 | |
| Maternal/Newborn Nursing | 40 | |
| Clinical IV - Maternal/Newborn, Pediatric & Mental Health | 88 | |
| Mental Health Concepts | 40 | |
| Transition to Practice | 15 | |
| Clinical V - Role Transition | 120 | |
| TOTAL HOURS | 1,463 |
College Credit
College Credit is available for this major.
Cost
| 1st Semester Tuition - In-District | $1,500 |
|---|---|
| 1st Semester Tuition - Out-of-District | $1,800 |
| 2nd Semester Tuition - In-District | $1,500 |
| 2nd Semester Tuition - Out-of-District | $1,800 |
| 3rd Semester Tuition - In-District | $1,500 |
| 3rd Semester Tuition - Out-of-District | $1,800 |
| 1st Semester Supply Fee | $942 |
| 2nd Semester Supply Fee | $941 |
Student Organization
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a service organization for high school and adult students of industrial programs. HOSA provides opportunities for students to enhance their personal and leadership qualities through individual and group projects and through skill competitions which are held on local, state, and national levels.
For more information on this Career Major, contact Student Services
at 405.452.5500
or the instructor at
akreis@wwtech.org