ESL-HEC: LPN Curriculum
Course Sequence
This is a 37-credit-hour, accredited certificate program that can be completed in one year.
The curriculum includes practical nursing courses and assigned clinical experiences.
Course Information
Clinical Education Experiences
Clinical experiences may be scheduled during the day, evening and/or weekends at hospitals/clinics located throughout Southern Illinois and in the St. Louis region. Students may be required to travel outside the college district for clinical experience courses. Specific clinical placement cannot be guaranteed, and specific clinical schedules may be changed during courses.
Students should check location and schedule of classes to ensure availability and access. Students are responsible for their own transportation and attendance at any of the classes and clinicals assigned by the program.
Requirements
Practical Nursing Certificate (025C) Curriculum
First Year
Spring Semester
| Total Credits: | 15 | |
| Course Number | Course Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PN 100 | Fundamentals of Nursing I | 2 |
| PN 101 | Foundations of Nursing II | 6 |
| PN 140 | Human Body Structure and Function | 4 |
| PN 142 | Pharmacology | 3 |
Summer Semester
| Total Credits: | 5 | |
| Course Number | Course Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PN 120 | Nutrition in Nursing | 2 |
| PN 152 | Mental Health Nursing | 3 |
Fall Semester
| Total Credits: | 17 | |
| Total Program Credits: |
37 | |
| Course Number | Course Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PN 154 | Obstetric and Newborn Nursing | 3.5 |
| PN 155 | Pediatrics in Practical Nursing | 2.5 |
| PN 160 | Medical Surgical Nursing I | 5.5 |
| PN 162 | Medical Surgical Nursing II | 5.5 |
Spring 2025 Course Options
|
Course Pref. |
Course No. |
Section No |
Class No |
Course Title |
Time |
Day |
Meeting Dates |
Location |
|
PN |
120 |
101 |
1188 |
Nutrition in Nursing |
1:00pm-2:50pm |
TTh |
1/14-3/5 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
120 |
102 |
1382 |
Nutrition in Nursing |
1:00pm-2:50pm |
TTh |
1/14-3/5 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
154 |
101 |
1190 |
Obstetric and Newborn Nursing |
9am-11:50am |
TTh |
1/14-3/5 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
154 |
102 |
1260 |
Obstetric and Newborn Nursing |
9am-11:50am |
TTh |
1/14-3/5 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
155 |
101 |
1189 |
Pediatric Practical Nursing |
9am-10:50am |
TTh |
3/18-5/12 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
155 |
102 |
1261 |
Pediatric Practical Nursing |
9am-10:50am |
TTh |
3/18-5/12 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
160 |
101 |
1191 |
Medical Surgical Nursing I |
1pm-3:50pm |
TTh |
3/18-5/12 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
160 |
102 |
1262 |
Medical Surgical Nursing I |
1pm-3:50pm |
TTh |
3/18-5/12 |
ESLC-Rm 1029 |
|
PN |
161 |
101 |
1242 |
Medical Surgical Clinical I |
6:30am-6:30pm |
M |
3/17-5/12 |
CLINIC-Rm MISC |
|
PN |
161 |
102 |
1263 |
Medical Surgical Clinical I |
6:30am-6:30pm |
M |
3/17-5/12 |
CLINIC-Rm MISC |