About
The mission of the Practical Nursing Program is to prepare students through classroom and clinical training to be productive members of the healthcare team. A high school diploma or HiSet/GED is required. Applicants should have good mental and physical health, high morals, ethical standards, and an interest and aptitude for the occupation of nursing. The length of the course is approximately 12 months. Completion of the program results in a Practical Nursing Diploma. Applicants of this program should be aware that a mandatory criminal background and drug screening will be required. All applicants must pass the HESI Exam with the minimum requirement to be considered for acceptance into the Practical Nursing 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 | $4,620.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $2,278.00 |
Program Credentials
**The next PN day program will begin May 2025. The packets for this program will be available on our website (preferred), you can pickup @ TCAT, or have it mailed.
**The second PN program begins September 2025. The packets for this program will also be available in April or June 2025 on website, pickup @ TCAT, or mailed.
Prospective applicants should complete the following steps:
Submit the online application to TCAT-Pulaski. You will need to come in the office for additional paperwork and to return your packet. ACT scores or Entrance exam scores are to be included in the packet.
Pay for and schedule HESI entrance exam or submit acceptable ACT score of 19 in reading and 19 in math. The HESI entrance exam is $52.00 and must be paid in order to reserve a spot. This fee is non-refundable. After paying and scheduling, you will be given a reminder sheet with your time and date for the test. If you are a no show for your scheduled test time, you forfeit the $52 payment. You will then have to pay $52 and reschedule the exam.
- Signed Release of Information
- Copy of High School Diploma/GED or Transcript
- Copy of Valid Driver’s License
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Proof of Military Experience(s)
Shots needed: These must be up-to-date:
You must provide proof of:
- 2 MMR and 2 Varicella immunizations/titers
- T.B. Skin Test
- Hepatitis B Immunizations
- Flu Vaccination
- Tetanus
Campus Locations
P.O. Box 614
1233 East College Street
Pulaski, TN 38478
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