A practical nursing program that prepares graduates for NCLEX-PN licensure to provide basic nursing care under the direction of RNs and physicians, supporting health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Career outlook
Employers hire licensed practical nurses to provide basic patient care such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with daily needs under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
Getting in
What Metropolitan Community College Area asks for, taken from its own admissions page.
Entrance examTEAS
Minimum GPA2.0
Apply throughSchool application
Seats per cohort64
What you'll need
Transcripts
Prerequisite courses
Background check
Drug screen
Immunizations
Health insurance
CPR certification
TEAS adjusted total 50% or higher with all four subcategories, taken within 3 years of the deadline, max two attempts with 30 day wait. Five prerequisites (CHEM 1010, BIOS 2310, ENGL 1010, MATH 1312, PSYC 1120) with C or better and 2.0 cumulative GPA; active CNA or Certified Medical Assistant credential. Deadlines June 13 for fall (up to 64 seats, weekday) and December 1 for spring (40 seats, evening/weekend) at South Omaha Campus.
