Thank you for your interest in the Ogden-Weber Applied Technology College (OWATC) Practical Nursing Program. This is an occupational training program for students with a high school diploma or GED. Practical Nurses assess patient’s health care status and responses to care provided. You will be expected to assist patients with their personal hygiene, mobility, oxygen, nutritional, and elimination needs. You will delegate assignments to unlicensed healthcare personnel. Practical Nurses also administer medications and perform sterile and non-sterile procedures.

Program Length

Practical Nursing Program consists of 930 clock hours and 29 credit hours of university/college prerequisite courses. The program is organized into six courses, each with specific objectives and standards for successful completion. There are structured learning activities that include lecture, skills labs, discussion groups, supervised clinical practice, and written assignments. The program admits one class per year. Class is approximately 30 hours per week.

Certificate

Graduates from the program will receive a Certificate, and can apply for licensure through the Utah State Board of Nursing. Those who pass the National Council of Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) will be credentialed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Utah. All graduates that receive state licensure can continue their nursing education towards an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) if desired.

The OWATC has an articulation agreement with Weber State University (WSU) that allows graduates to apply, and if accepted, will receive credit for their first year towards an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and complete the final year through WSU. Students wishing to complete their ADN at a university or college other than WSU must verify admission and course completion requirements.

The Ogden-Weber Applied Technology College Practical Nursing Program maintains full approval status by the Utah State Board of Nursing and is accreditated by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).  The NLNAC may be contacted at (404)975-5000 and is located at 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326.

Admission Requirements

• Submit formal application to Practical Nursing Program by March 1st for fall admission
• High school diploma or GED
• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (or renewal) from the State of Utah
• Prerequisite course completion prior to beginning the Practical Nursing Program.
• Support courses are now prerequisite courses and must be complete prior to beginning the Practical Nursing Program.
• Cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or higher

IMPORTANT NOTE:  If you are enrolling in any health occupation program, any misdemeanor or felony conviction that you have on your record, may negatively impact your chances of completing the program, being placed on an externship site, and employment in a health care career. See your specific program coordinator for more detailed information.

Physical Requirements

• Exhibit hand/finger dexterity
• Exhibit eye/hand coordination
• Ability to manage moderate to heavy workload pressure
• Stand or walk for long periods ( > 3 hours)
• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• A complete physical examination and review of vaccination and TB testing records will be required by your health care provider after acceptance into the program.

Application Points will be awarded on the following criteria:

• 1/2 application point will be awarded if the completed application is submitted/postmarked on or before February 1st
• Cumulative grade point average (GPA)
• Number of prerequisite courses completed
• Number of years of direct “hands on” medical experience
• Reference Form points
• Previous degrees

Financial aid and scholarships

Please contact Financial Aid at 801-627-8441 for this information.

The OWATC Practical Nursing Program utilizes the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission Standards and Criteria (2008 Edition) as a basis for the development of its program outcomes:

Outcome #1: A minimum of 90% of accepted students will graduate within the defined program length. Graduates will be competent practical nurses prepared to be employed in a variety of health care settings and function within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nurse as defined by the Utah Nurse Practice Act.
Outcome #2: A minimum of 90% of OWATC Practical Nursing Program graduates will pass the NCLEX-PN licensing exam on the first writing.
Outcome #3: A minimum of 90% of OWATC Practical Nursing Program graduates seeking employment will be employed as a Licensed Practical Nurse within one year after graduation.
Outcome #4: A minimum of 90% of OWATC Practical Nursing Program graduates who respond to program surveys will rate the OWATC Practical Nursing Program as above average or better at six months and one year after graduation from the program.

For additional information about the Practical Nursing Program, please contact Lee Nelson, OWATC Nursing Counselor, at (801) 627-8321.

Click on the links below for additional program information and application forms.

Download Practical Nursing Program Application Check List
Download Nursing Program Application
Download Nursing Program Disclaimer
Download Practical Nurse Program Prerequisite Course Requirements
Download Practical Nurse Program Reference Form
Download Carl Perkins Information Form

Employer Advisory Team

• Lakeview Hospital
• Davis Hospital and Medical Center
• Crestwood Care Center
• McKay-Dee Hospital Center
• Weber State University Nursing
• Ogden Regional Medical Center
• Davis Applied Technology College

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Your Instructor

Mary Lou Morales, RN, MSN
801-627-8321
moralesm@owatc.edu