About
This PracThe mission of the Practical Nursing Program is to provide technical training to prepare members of the community and surrounding areas to become competent providers of health care in hospitals, clinics, long-term health care facilities, and related industries. Practical Nursing Program is designed to provide training in the competencies required of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). All instructional units must be successfully completed for progression in the course. The course is 1296 hours and is 12 months in length with a diploma awarded after successful completion. Careful consideration is given to the standards set by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing* in the development and upgrading of this program.
This program is designed to meet the needs of nurses employed in hospitals, nursing homes, home healthcare, etc. Classes are held at the Fall and Summer Applicants attend TCAT – Livingston, and Spring Applicants attend the TCAT – Livingston Extension Campus at the Cookeville Higher Education Campus (CHEC). Clinical sites designed to meet program requirements. Preparation for licensure by the State Board of Nursing begins with the student’s application process and continues throughout the year-long program.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,296 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $8,609.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $3,848.00 |
Program Credentials
Students interested in enrolling in the Practical Nursing program must visit the receptionist to schedule the HESI entrance exam. This is a new extrance exam selected by the state.
Suggested practice tests can be found at Testpreview.com. Study books will be available at a later date.
Exam dates may be changed or cancelled in special circumstances.
To reserve your seat and pay for the HESI, visit or contact the TCAT Business Office at
(931) 823-5525.
The cost of the exam is $39, payable in cash, debit or Visa/MasterCard. Fee is non-transferable and non-refundable.
Exam will take place in the Main Administrative Building; Test Center is directly behind the receptionist desk.
You MUST present an official photo ID before testing.
Applicants will take the Math and Reading sections of the HESI Entrance Exam.
Passing scores are 70 in Math and 70 in Reading.
Prior ACT Scores (19+ in math & reading) and HESI scores may be submitted if dated within 2 years of start date of class.
A HESI Study Guide is available on the school’s website at the bottom right of the Practical Nursing web pages under https://tcatlivingston.edu/
To schedule a test date or for general questions regarding test information, please email Jeri Wilborn at jeriwilborn@tcatlivingston.edu To pay for the exam, go to the Business Office in the Main Lobby.
For entrance into the Practical Nursing program, a student must have a high school or GED/HiSET diploma. Students in the program are subject to drug testing and background screening.
Campus Locations
740 Hi Tech Drive
Livingston, TN 38570
1000 Neal St
Cookeville, TN 38501
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