Practical Nursing - Overview

The Practical Nursing Program, established in 1964, offers a diploma in practical nursing and eligibility to take the NCLEX-PN licensure examination. The program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. and approved by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.

The program of education includes organized instruction in the scientific, technical, spiritual and social aspects of nursing, with correlated learning experiences. Nursing career mobility opportunities are also provided.

Practical Nursing Program

The practical nursing program offers the choice of 4-semesters in Nashua beginning in September or accelerated 3-semesters beginning in May in the Keene area. The program is designed to lead to a diploma in practical nursing. The curriculum consists of 42 credit hours of theory, 1 credit hour of lab, and 12 credit hours of clinical experience. Classes are held Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 3:00 pm in Nashua and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in Keene.

Practical Nurse Refresher Course

This course assists the Practical Nurse to re-enter the work force. The 148-hour curriculum has been designed to meet the needs of the Practical Nurse who has not been active in practice. A temporary license must be obtained from the New Hampshire State Board of Nursing prior to the start of the course.

Ethical Policy

The St. Joseph School of Nursing, in compliance with all state and federal laws, endorses the principle of equal educational and employment opportunities for all people regardless of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status or disability in its educational programs, scholarship policies and other activities it operates.