Practical nursing is an integral part of nursing practice. Graduates of the Practical Nursing program at Washington State Community College are prepared, under the guidance of a registered nurse or licensed physician, to function as responsible members of the health care team. Practical Nurses collaborate with Registered Nurses and physicians in the planning and delivery of direct nursing care in acute and long-term care facilities as well as other community settings. The Certificate of Practical Nursing Education provides classroom and clinical experiences to prepare graduates to become exemplary members of the healthcare team. Graduates of the Practical Nursing Program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN).
Practical Nursing Accreditation Information
To view the curriculum and the information packet click here.

LOCAL EMPLOYMENT
- Marietta Memorial Hospital
- Camden Clark Medical Center
PN NCLEX Licensure Pass Rates
YEAR | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
WSCC | 100.00% | 92.86% | 97.56% | 95.35% | 92.50% |
Statewide Average | 84.55% | 84.16% | 80.33% | 73.38% | 74.33% |
National Average | 85.93% | 85.63% | 83.09% | 79.60% | 79.93% |
Application Deadlines
Submission Dates: November 1, 2023 - April 12, 2024 at noon
Practical Nursing Certificate Information
Title IV HEA Funding State Licensure Requirement Information
TEAS Information:
TEAS registration can be completed via atitesting.com by selecting "TEAS@ATI" from the Online Store. Contact Amanda Stilgenbauer at astilgenbauer@wscc.edu or 740.885.5718 with any questions.
Apply Online
Be a Reference
Onboarding Portal
Enrolled Student Portal
Clinical Requirements
Clinical Requirement Uploads
Health Examination
Required Lab Tests & Vaccinations
Background Check
Health Exam Annual Update
COVID-19 Vaccination Exemption Form
Influenza Vaccine Statement
Additional Documents
To learn more:
Admissions
740.568.1900
admissions@wscc.edu
Health Sciences Office
740.885.5648
Tricia Schaad, MSN, RN
Director of Nursing
740.885.5699
taschaad@wscc.edu
Schedule a time with a Student Success Coach
https://calendly.com/health-wscc/hlth1
Text 740.697.5652
Email healthprograms@wscc.edu