The Practical Nursing curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide nursing care to children and adults.

Students will participate in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.

Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) which is required for practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Employment opportunities include hospitals, rehabilitation/long term care/home health facilities, clinics, and physicians' offices.

Practical nursing students who are graduating will be required to complete a criminal background check. The cost of this process will be approximately $40 for SBI and FBI processing. This is a requirement bu the North Carolina Board of Nursing prior to taking the NCLEX-PN licensure exam.

Carteret Community College

3505 Arendell Street

Morehead City, NC 28557