PN Mission
Our mission is to prepare individuals who are competent, ethical and compassionate caregivers; prepared to pass a licensure examination and enter the workforce.
Program Description
The program spans twelve months and is divided into semesters identified as PNR 101, PN 102, and PN 103. Approximately 80 students are selected annually for the July class. Theory and clinical experiences are correlated to enable the student to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to meet program goals. Applications will be taken September through May for the upcoming class. Entrance exams will be given monthly starting in October. The class is Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Clinical Rotations
Clinical rotations occur at a variety of local agencies. These agencies include: CAMC, Thomas Memorial, Oak Ridge Center, and Valley Nursing Center.
Board Certification
The Garnet Career Center School of Practical Nursing is accredited by the West Virginia Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses. This program is also approved by the West Virginia Department of Education and the Kanawha County Board of Education.
Uniforms
Students will wear uniforms in the classroom and on clinical rotations.
School Hours
Classes are arranged on a daily basis, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Clinical hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Financial Assistance
Financial Aid information is available to students enrolled or enrolling in the program. For information, please call 304-348-6195 and ask for the financial aid advisor. The Practical Nursing Program is approved for the following: Veteran's Benefits, Division of Rehabilitation, Worker's Compensation, Federal Pell Grant, WV HEAPS, and Workforce Investment Fund. (See the Financial Aid tab at the top of the screen.)
Faculty
All faculty members are Registered Professional Nurses licensed to practice, without practice restrictions, in the state of West Virginia. Faculty members have diverse backgrounds and experiences which lends richness to the practical nursing curriculum.
Program Entrance Requirements:
Ben Franklin General Application
PN Application
Entrance test (see below)
OFFICIAL high school transcripts or GED/TASC equivalency
UNOFFICIAL copy of any prior college hours
Driver’s License or Photo ID
Proof of health insurance or waiver
Non-refundable $100.00 Application Fee
Non-refundable $70.00 TEAS test fee- For class that begins in July 2022
Agreement to submit to a drug screen and criminal background check
ENTRANCE TEST
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) will be administered starting December 2021. This test measures the content areas of reading, math, science, English and language usage. To register for this test you must pre-enroll at Garnet, create an account at the atitesting.com website and pay the $70.00 fee. This fee must be paid to Garnet Career Center no later than one week before the exam. Payment can be made in person, by mail on online. Further instructions on this process can be found on the “entrance test” tab. Remember your user name and password as you will use this to login to take the TEAS exam.
Applicants may choose to register for the free study/review sessions prior to sitting for the TEAS test. See the schedule for review classes attached. Applications may be mailed, hand delivered, emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 304-348-6198. Upon completion of the PN program the student is eligible to sit for the WV State Licensing Board Exam for PN.
For Program Specific Questions, Please Contact The School At: 304-766-0369