At a Glance
Practical Nursing

Health Occupations Division
Technical Diploma

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

This program does not have a waitlist. Students are admitted through a petition process. Please read all information through the links below.

What is the petitioning process? (PDF)
Am I ready to petition? (PDF)
Petition Packet (PDF)
Petition Window Dates (PDF)
Health Examination Packet (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions

Note: Assistance with petition packet paperwork will not be provided once petition windows have opened.

Campus:
Downtown Milwaukee (day program): 414-297-MATC

Start Dates: August/January

Special Admission Requirements: Biology, successful completion of Nursing Assistant course (contact MATC counselor or program advisor for information about this requirement).

Program Code: 31-543-1

Detailed Program Information:
2009-10 Course Requirements

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) monitors patients, administers medications, and assists the attending physician and registered nurses. The MATC Practical Nursing curriculum features hands-on practice in the college's well-equipped nursing lab, and supervised patient care in various health facilities. This program is flexible; it may be taken on a part-time basis and runs just two semesters and six weeks in length. LPNs are in very high demand due to the current nursing shortage. Core skills include the ability to work under stress and a sincere concern for people. Expect to do some lifting. Upon graduation, you may take the PN licensure exam.

For more information, e-mail info@matc.edu

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