Franklin County Practical Nurse Program
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is an integral member of the health care team. LPNs work under the direction of the registered nurse (RN), physician, or dentist in providing nursing care to clients.
The Franklin County Practical Nursing Program, affiliated with Franklin County Career and Technology Center (FCCTC), is a one-year full time program. This program provides the theory and clinical learning experience for the graduate to prepare for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam. A passing score on this exam allows the graduate to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Two classes are enrolled each year beginning in either February or August.
Students attend Monday through Friday. Classroom hours are 8:00 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. Clinical days are from 6:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Upon completion of the 1,610 hours of the program, as approved by the State Board of Nursing, the student will participate in graduation exercises and receive a diploma. The program has an outstanding record in job placement and pass rate on the licensing exam.
NCLEX PN Board Passing Rates
The current NCLEX-PN Board passing rate is 95% of all graduates taking the exam.
History
The Practical Nursing Training Program was begun in September 1958, under the sponsorship and direction of the Chambersburg Area Joint School Board as a part of its adult education program.
The program has undergone several changes of administration and is now under the direction of the Franklin County Career and Technology Center (FCCTC) and is located at Wilson College.
Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the course provides an inexpensive educational program for a lifetime career.