Practical Nursing
Mission Statement
Engaging students in relevant education through career-focused experiences.
Program Information
The Practical Nursing Program has full approval from the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Accreditation by the Council on Occupational Education.
The program is approved by the Missouri Department of
Elementary and Secondary Education.
Admission Requirements
Full admission requirements can be found in the student application packet and the student handbook.
CLASS SCHEDULE
INTRODUCTORY PERIOD
Academic Classes
Student Success
Clinical Experience
August, September, and Mid-October (8:00 to 4:00)
Academic Classes
Mid-October, November, and December
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (8:00 to 4:00)
August-December
See Calendar
Mid-October, November, and December
Thursday and Friday (times vary)
NURSING SPECIALTIES
Academic Classes
Student Success
Clinical Experience
January to Mid-June
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (8:00 to 4:00)
January to Mid-June
See Calendar
January to May
Thursday and Friday (times vary)
Hours of specific clinical rotations may vary based on the clinical site. The student will be informed ahead of the scheduled time to allow for planning.
Additional schedules will be provided with classroom and clinical hours.
NOTE: An evening and/or night rotation may be scheduled into the clinical rotation. Students will be given adequate notice. ***Please be aware that the Clinical rotation schedule, times, and/or location may change for various reasons****. It is your responsibility as a potential nurse to be flexible and adaptable to change.
Graduate Goals
After graduation, students may apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses. Upon passing the NCLEX, students become Licensed practical nurses. The entry-level salary range is $10.00 to $15.00 per hour.
Employment Opportunities
Hospitals
Nursing Homes
Doctors' Offices
Home Health
Schools
The application can be mailed to:
WACC
205 S. Ridgeview Dr.
Warrensburg, MO 64093