The Southern Westchester BOCES Practical Nursing program prepares students with the knowledge necessary to obtain licensure as Licensed Practical Nurses.
The program prepares them to enter the Nursing profession qualified to deliver high quality patient care, with compassion and concern for the safety and well being of patients, in a variety of health settings.
Our graduates demonstrate accountability by adherence to legal and ethical standards of nursing practice and assume responsibility for their continued learning and professional growth.
Admission information :
Undergraduate application fee (2013-2014):
$125
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2013
Total
Male
Female
Number of applicants
440
62
378
Percent admitted
29%
29%
29%
Percent admitted who enrolled
93%
89%
94%
Admissions Considerations
Required
Recommended
Secondary school record
X
Recommendations
X
Other Test (Wonderlic,WISC-III,etc)
X
Tuition and Fees :
Largest Program
Program Length
Average Completion
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
1,088 contact hours
10 months
Financial Aid Information:
Percentage of students receiving any financial aid: 86%