Practical Nursing is a Diploma program offered by Penn Commercial Business/Technical School in Washington, PA. Tuition is $21,795 total.
Admission Requirements and Process
6. Pass a complete physical examination, which can be administered by a physician of your choice.
When you apply, you’ll need to submit a nonrefundable $25 application fee, which, if you’re accepted, will be applied to your $100 registration fee.
If you’re still in high school, you can apply for admission and may be accepted on a conditional basis, pending our receipt of your official transcript after you graduate.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Washington Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
What to expect as a Penn Commercial Business/Technical School student
Classes are in-person at the school and at clinical sites. No online classes.
During this 12-month nursing program, you will have access to training that will prepare you to work in a variety of medical facilities providing care for patients of all ages and taking advantage of the increasing opportunities presented in this field.
This 12-month diploma program has been crafted to prepare students to serve as a true health professional for patients and their families. Students will be taught how to administer medication, observe and report symptoms and perform therapeutic procedures. Other areas of focus include:
- Concepts of Nursing Practice
- Pharmacology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
The Practical Nursing program offers a valuable blend of classroom learning with clinical experiences designed to enable students to apply what they know in professional settings. In fact, Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is affiliated with a number of health care facilities in the Pennsylvania area for this purpose. You will train in these facilities under the direct supervision of medical professionals, facing real-life situations.
Some of these facilities may include:
Becoming a licensed practical nurse means you will be responsible for a wide variety of clinical tasks and directly involved with patient care. In our Practical Nursing program, you will learn the necessary skills in treating and communicating with patients from accomplished instructors who have years of experience as registered nurses. You will learn and train for the required skills for the health care field in our modern facilities and laboratories..
Practical nurses work in multiple settings, such as:
- Hospitals
- Nursing facilities
- Physicians’ offices
- Clinics
- Outpatient care centers
- Home health care services
- Schools
At Penn Commercial you will be taught the skills necessary for you to pursue a career as a Practical nurse through personalized instruction, experienced faculty, up-to-date facilities and academic support.
Students can find job placement assistance with services like job fairs, career counseling, interviewing workshops, job listings, resume assistance, employment newsletters and externships through our dedicated Career Services Department.
The Practical Nursing program requires a Health Clearance/Physical Form to be completed. Also, due to clinical site requirements, students will need to be current on the following vaccines/titers for communicable diseases prior to entering the clinical component of the program:
– Hepatitis B Titer and vaccination if needed
– Varicella Titer and vaccination if needed
– MMR Titer and vaccination if needed
– T-Spot Testing for Tuberculosis
– TDAP vaccination
– Flu shot
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School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Washington Campus (IPEDS, 2024).