Why Choose NPC's Nursing Programs, RN/LPN?
The NPC program provides you with a quality nursing education at a cost far below comparable nursing programs in the state of Arizona. Our holistically-oriented faculty members are careful to provide you with planned experiences and individualized up-to-date evidence-based instruction. They are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals in this demanding field.
For the past three years NPC nursing program graduates have enjoyed a pass rate of over 90 percent for the national nursing licensing examination, a rate surpassing both Arizona and national averages.
- Nursing programs are offered in two locations in Navajo County: the White Mountain Campus in Show Low and at the Little Colorado Campus in Winslow. Additionally, the Nursing program prerequisites (courses that must be completed before making application for admission) and required general education courses are available at many of our conveniently located campuses and centers.
About Our Program
The NPC nursing program prepares students to take the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) for practical and/or registered nursing.
- With successful completion of the first year of the program, you receive a Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) in Practical Nursing and are qualified take the NCLEX-PN allowing you to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
- With your LPN license you may choose to exit the NPC program and gain employment as a licensed practical nurse....OR you may choose to continue with the second year of the program to earn your Associate of Applied (AAS) degree qualifying you to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become a registered nurse (RN)
Career Opportunities
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nursing is the largest health care occupation in the nation with approximately 2.5 million jobs (2006). The demand for registered nurses is projected to generate a half-million new jobs over the next seven years, with salaries averaging $56,580 per year – May 2008, U.S. BLS
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White Mountain Campus - Show Low Ponderosa Center, Room 125