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 SUNY College of Technology at Canton asks for, taken from its own admissions page.
Entrance examNone required
Minimum GPA2.5
What you'll need
CPR certification
Transcripts
Prerequisite courses
Immunizations
High school applicants need an overall average of 75; transfer applicants a college GPA of 2.5 or higher, plus English, math, biology and chemistry prerequisites. Deadlines: fall first round March 1 and final selection June 1, spring December 24. Health provider CPR and health requirements are due to the Health Center by August 1 (fall) or January 7 (spring). One year, two semesters, 36 credits; students must keep a 2.0 and earn C+ or better in nursing courses.
