Overview
Overview
The Practical Nursing Program is a one-year Certificate of Specialization (CS) that prepares graduates to provide safe, direct patient care as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in a variety of settings, including acute care, long-term care, home health, and ambulatory care. The program includes classroom study, laboratory application, high-fidelity simulation, and supervised clinical experiences (client care).
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Now Accepting Applications
Now Accepting Applications
Apply today for Winter 2025
The application deadline for Winter 2025 is Aug. 31, 2024. Applications can be downloaded and emailed to @email or completed online. Contact Healthcare Student Success Coach Ashley Blake for more info.
To support our commitment to a holistic admission process, the Olympic College Nursing Program has changed the minimum GPA for NURSE 151 - Dosage Calculations to 2.2 (80%) or above to be qualified for admission. This change aligns with the minimum passing standard for other NURSE courses. Factor points for this course are allocated according to the revised factoring system, detailed in the application instructions for each pathway.
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Explore our Program
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Application, Instructions, & Helpful Information
PN Application & Instructions
PN Information Session Handouts
Accreditation
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Student Achievement Data - Program Outcomes
National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) Pass Rates
National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) Pass Rates
Expected Level of Achievement (ELA): NCLEX PN pass rate of 80% (or greater) for first-time test-takers within 12 months
- 2021: 95% NCLEX exam pass rate
- 2022: 94% NCLEX exam pass rate
- 2023: 93% NCLEX exam pass rate
Data based on NCSBN NCLEX - PN reports