Preparing for a Career in Practical Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurses are vital and accountable members of the health care team, who provide direct care to individuals who have common illnesses or disabilities. This program will give you the theory and technical skills necessary to become a vital and respected member of the health care team. |
Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing 251 Stonehaven Road Fall River, Massachusetts 02723 Telephone: (508) 678-2891 Ext. 1540 Fax: (508) 679-6423 E-Mail: dimanlpn@dimanregional.org |
Program Content
The full-time program is for a 40-week period. Three weeks vacation is planned and recognizes holidays as designated by the school and state.
The part-time program is for an 80-week period. Summer vacation and 6 weeks vacation is planned and recognizes holidays as designated by the school and state.
The Programs are arranged to give the student a well-rounded experience based on currently accepted concepts of nursing education and include correlated classroom instruction, client-centered teaching and supervised clinical experiences.
Licensure
Graduates are eligible to write the National Council Licensing Examination as a Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN).
Admission Requirements and Procedures
1. Completed Application to include:
- $25.00
- Official High School transcript indicating graduation / GED score sheet (required)
- Programs / College Transcripts (optional)
School policy stipulates that the address on application will serve to classify student as in/out district. In district residents will be required to submit three (3) verifications of address upon receipt of letter of acceptance into the program.
2. Pre-entrance Examination: Applicants will be notified by mail of date and time. A score within the 40th percentile minimum must be achieved. Applicants requesting special accommodations should notify the office.
3. Interviews: Applicants will be notified of date and time after test results are received.
4. References: Applicants meeting the minimum testing scores will receive three (3) forms to be given by student to appropriate references, one of which should include a former or present employer.
Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing is in Compliance with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination
Health
A pre-entrance physical examination is required of all acceptable persons including: Laboratory Work / Immunizations / Dental.
Forms will be provided at orientation.
All students must carry hospitalization insurance and shall be responsible for cost of medical treatment.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available to students in the form of Pell Grants and State Scholarships ONLY.
Further information is available upon acceptance.Diman does not subscribe to Student Loans. Personal loans are acceptable.
Additional Scholarships may be available throughout the school year.
Program Fees
(Approximate)
| Application Fee | $ 25.00 |
| Pre-Entrance Examination | $ 18.00 |
| Uniforms (2) | $ 80.00 |
| Lab Coat | $ 20.00 |
| Identification Badge | $ 3.00 |
| Chevrons | $ 7.00 |
| Cap (Females) | $ 8.00 |
| Textbooks | $ 400.00 |
| Liability Insurance | $ 15.00 |
| CPR/First Aid Certification | $ 25.00 |
| NCLEX/PN Application (MA) | $ 375.00 |
| Mosby Assess Test | $ 35.00 |
| Graduation Pin | $ 35.00 |
| Graduation Uniform | $ 45.00 |
*Tuition set on a yearly basis. Call for current tuition rate.
Curriculum Design
(subject to revision)
Term I16 weeks - 30 hrs. per week (days) Subject: *includes integrated Microbiology |
Term II8 weeks each - 30 hours per week (days) Subject: *includes integrated GDB, Nutrition, Pharmacology and Vocational Trends & Adjustments |
Term III8 weeks each - 30 hours per week (days) Subject: *includes integrated GDB, Nutrition, Pharmacology and Vocational Trends & Adjustments |
Term IV8 weeks - 30 hours per week (days) Subject: *includes integrated GDB, Nutrition, Pharmacology and Vocational Trends & Adjustments |
MA Board of Registration in Nursing Policy Effective January 1, 2005
Initial applicants for a Massachusetts License will be required by law governing nurse licensure to be of "good moral character".
Upon request, applicants for the practical nursing program can receive an information sheet intended to assist the initial applicant with one or more criminal conviction(s) and/or with past or pending disciplinary action against a professional/trade licensure/certificate to prepare for the Boards’ evaluation of the applicant’s compliance with the statutory "good moral character" licensure requirement.
Approved by: Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
Accredited by: New England Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges & Massachusetts Department of Education
Preference is given to applications received by January 31 of the year in which you are applying.
