This degree program prepares a student to provide safe and efficient nursing care. Health facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and public health nursing services employ practical nurses under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. The Practical Nursing program is a 105 credit program in which students must demonstrate academic proficiency by completing basic curriculum requirements prior to entry into the core sequence of nursing classes. A high school diploma or GED is required. A minimum grade of 2.5 or higher is required in each nursing and supporting course. Evidence of academic proficiency is established by completion of each of the following prerequisite requirements with a 2.5 grade or higher.