Practical Nursing

PRE-NURSING ADVISING APPOINTMENTS
If you are interested in a BCTC Nursing Program please make an appointment. The button below will open a new window. 

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Pre-Nursing Advisor: Kylie Pemberton

NOTE: Prior to scheduling an appointment below complete the following steps:

1. Complete the free BCTC Admissions application process (new window)
2. Have all official transcripts from all colleges, universities and technical schools sent to BCTC Admissions.

Extended deadline at Danville campus for the Fall 2023 cohort – taking applications until June 30 or when seats are filled.

Practical Nursing (LPN) is a Selective Admissions program. Visit the Selective Admissions: Practical Nursing page for the complete application process.

Please contact program coordinator, Dr. Melanie Sallee at melanie.sallee@kctcs.edu for access to the mandatory virtual pre-admission conference.

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Nursing at the technical level involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of nursing functions. All students require:

• Sufficient visual acuity, such as is needed in preparation and administration of medications, and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care.
• Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the health care team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitors, stethoscopes, IV infusion pumps, Doptones, fire alarms, etc.
• Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the skills, including the manipulation of equipment required in meeting health needs.
• Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively, as may be necessary in the individuals interest; According to KAR 314.051 (1)(c), an applicant for a license to practice as a licensed practical nurse shall file with the board a written application for a license verified by oath, that the applicant:
  • Is able to understandably speak and write the English language and to read the English language with comprehension.
• Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals.

PRACTICAL NURSING FACULTY

Leestown Campus
Dana Bernard
(859) 246-6813
dana.bernard@kctcs.edu 

Danville Campus
Jennifer Carney
BSN, RN, Instructor
jennifer.carney@kctcs.edu

Estimated Expenses for the Practical Nursing Program:

All fees and costs noted below are subject to change without notice. This represents the best estimates at the time this list was prepared.

Benchmark and NCLEX Pass Rates (new window, PDF)

• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Outlook Handbook (new window)

• Practical Nursing Pathway 1 (new window)
• Practical Nursing Pathway 3 (new window)