Practical Nursing

Cert. C

A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment.

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This program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and aligns with the Kansas Board of Regents curriculum.
CIP Code: 51.3901 CIP Name: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

Nursing Readmission Requirements

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APPROXIMATE PROGRAM COST

$19,978

Tuition, Fees, and Books: $18,300
Additional Costs: $1,678
Detailed Estimated Cost Sheets

AVERAGE KANSAS SALARY

$55,610

Salary, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

FINANCIAL AID

Available

Total financial aid offered may not exceed the estimated Cost of Attendance (COA).

HOW YOU'LL LEARN & START DATES

On Campus Lecture/Clinicals

August Semester

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Degrees in Practical Nursing

Certificate C

Cert. C

The Certificate C in Practical Nursing trains students in fundamental nursing care, patient monitoring, and medical assistance, preparing them for licensing and entry-level roles as practical nurses in healthcare settings.

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APPLY TO MANHATTAN TECH

Submit an undergraduate admissions application and pay the applicable application fee. Once your application has been processed and you are a new student, you will receive an email to your personal email address listed on your application. This email will provide instructions on how to access your student portal and set your password. This will be the only communication with your personal email and communication after will be with your Manhattan Tech email address.

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For assistance, refer HERE for password reset information.

SEND OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

Send an official high school transcript or GED transcript. Send Official transcripts from ALL current and previously attended colleges/universities.

Transcripts must be official—sent directly from the college where you took a course to the Registrar at MATC. If the institution has the capability, official transcripts can be sent via email to registrar@manhattantech.edu. Please apply to the college before sending transcripts.

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR

This is recommended to ensure that you have met all requirements for the application and understand the application process thoroughly. Additional meetings can be set up throughout the application process to answer any questions. To schedule an advising appointment, book online.

COMPLETE PREREQUISITES (must attain a minimum grade of “C”)

Anatomy & Physiology, Human Growth & Development, Nutrition, and Technical Math II or Higher. Additional information can be found HERE.

HOLD AN ACTIVE KANSAS-CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE CERTIFICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION OR COMPLETE A WAIVER

Additional information can be found HERE.

ACQUIRE IMMUNIZATIONS & REVIEW NURSING ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND FUNCTIONAL ABILITIES

MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, and COVID Documentation or religious/medical exemption process has been completed. More Information about immunizations can be found HERE.

Review the Nursing Essential Skills and Functional Abilities. Additional information can be found HERE.

SCHEDULE & COMPLETE THE ATI TEAS ADMISSIONS EXAM

For information on how to schedule the exam, refer HERE. It is important to schedule the exam in advance to ensure a seat is available.

IF APPLICABLE, MEET ENGLISH PROFICIENCY STANDARDS

Additional information can be found HERE. Waiver forms can be found HERE if applicants meet certain standards.

COMPLETE ONLINE SELECTIVE ADMISSION APPLICATION - SEPARATE FROM COLLEGE APPLICATION

Fill out and upload the appropriate information on the online selective admissions application after completion of all requirements.

Online Selective Admissions Application

Note: This form is online and completed only when all application materials are able to be uploaded.

*It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all required materials for the application are received by the application deadline date. Reminder calls will not be made if something is missing or does not meet the criteria, and the application may be invalid. The responsibility for a complete and accurate application is the students. Any packets not meeting the above criteria will be reviewed at the discretion of the Dean of Nursing Education & Health Programs or designee and based upon program capacity.

Note: Manhattan Tech does not have on-campus housing facilities. There are numerous local private and commercial rentals with varying costs depending on size and amenities.

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Name	Academic Year	File
Nursing - Practical Nursing - Cert C (25-26)	2025-2026	PDF File

2024–2025 Estimated Academic Year Budgeted Cost of Attendance

The estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) is a budget that includes categories of expenses that a student can expect to incur while attending college. The COA does not reflect actual charges. It is an average based on the estimated living costs typical of our region. A student's cost of attendance is composed of all educational expenses that can be included for financial aid purposes that a student may accrue while pursuing their education for the year. A student's financial aid cannot exceed their cost of attendance. Schools are required to provide a fuller picture of what it may cost students to pursue their degree, not just what they will owe in tuition/fees and books/supplies. For a more detailed breakdown of information regarding tuition, fees, and supplies, visit our Estimated Cost Sheets.

Expenses	Student Living With Parents (Home)		Student Living on Own (Other)
Full-time Tuition (based on a total of 32 credits, 16 credits fall and 16 credits spring)	In-State Costs $7,840*	Out-of-State Costs N/A*	In-State Costs $7,840*	Out-of-State Costs N/A*
Full-Time Fees	$5,690	N/A	$5,690	N/A
Living Expenses (Housing & Food)	$1,200	N/A	$6,800	N/A
Books / Supplies	$1,505	N/A	$1,505	N/A
Transportation	$1,400	N/A	$1,900	N/A
Personal Expenses	$1,000	N/A	$2,210	N/A
Loan Fees	$70	N/A	$70	N/A
Total Estimated Cost Of Attendance	In-State $18,705	Out-of-State N/A	In-State $26,015	Out-of-State N/A
Please Note: this COA budget estimate assumes full-time attendance for two semesters — Fall 2024 and Spring 2025.

* Tuition listed is based on approved rates for the 2024–2025 academic year. Rates are approved each year by the Manhattan Tech Board of Directors and estimated budgets are updated at that time.

Students awarded Federal Direct Loan(s) also have an average of the mandatory loan fees automatically added to their COA.

Students with disability-related expenses may contact the Financial Aid Office to have their additional expenses considered. Disability-related expenses include but are not limited to: personal assistance, equipment, and supplies. The Financial Aid Office may potentially include disability expenses in the COA that are not provided by other assisting agencies.

Manhattan Tech also offers a Net Price Calculator to help estimate costs.

We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about how the financial aid process works. Please feel free to reach out for more information.

Office of Financial Aid

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Call: 785-320-4559
Text: 785-377-5210

The completion of a criminal background check is one of the admission requirements to the Practical Nursing program. Specific requirements in regards to the background check will be given at orientation upon student acceptance. The background check is required to ascertain:

The ability of students to eventually become licensed in the profession AND
The ability of students to attend mandatory clinical rotations at external facilities in accordance with the requirements of the program.

Because a criminal history can have different effects at the educational, licensure, and employment levels, when a person is considering pursuing a nursing career, it is best to have as much information as possible prior to deciding to enroll in a nursing program. Manhattan Tech encourages individuals who have criminal histories and who are interested in pursuing a nursing career to:

Contact approved nursing education programs and ask about the programs’ enrollment criteria with respect to criminal convictions;
Review the criminal history information according to the Kansas Board of Nursing policy 65-1120*; AND
Contact healthcare facilities and inquire about hiring criteria with respect to criminal convictions.

Successful completion of a nursing program at Manhattan Tech qualifies the student to take the NCLEX exam; it does not guarantee licensure with any State Board of Nursing.

*This regulation deems certain criminal convictions could result in denial or restriction of access to a Kansas nursing license.

The practical nursing program is accredited by:

	Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604 Telephone: (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456 Website: https://www.hlcommission.org
	Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) 900 S.W. Jackson, Suite 1051 Topeka, KS 66612 Telephone: 785.296.4929 Website: https://ksbn.kansas.gov/

The most recent accreditation decision made by the Kansas Board of Nursing for the practical nursing program is continuing accreditation.

Practical Nursing Program Outcome Data

PN Program Student Achievement Data
	2024	2023	2022	2021
Completion Rate	86%	78%	70.2%	67.5%
First time NCLEX pass rate	95.83%	96.15%	88%	92.59%
Job Placement	100%	100%	92%	100%

PN Core Program Outcomes

Relationship-centered care: provide nursing care that is relationship-centered, caring, culturally sensitive and based on the physiological, psychosocial and spiritual needs of clients with commonly occurring health alterations that have predictable outcomes.
Teamwork and Collaboration: collaborate with the client and members of the interprofessional health care team to promote continuity of client care and shared decision-making.
Evidence based practice: use current evidence as a basis for nursing practice.
Informatics: use information and client care technology to support the delivery of safe, quality client care.
Quality Improvement: participate in quality improvement activities assessing their effect on client outcomes.
Safety: provide an environment that is safe and reduces risk of harm for clients, self, and others.
Professionalism: demonstrate accountability for client care that incorporates legal and ethical principles, regulatory guidelines, and standards of nursing practice.
Leadership: use leadership skills that support the provision and coordination of client care.

Download PDF: 2024-2025 PN Program Handbook

Manhattan Area Technical College does not require vaccinations. Manhattan Tech partners with multiple health systems and healthcare providers to provide clinical and programmatic experiences for our students; many of our clinical partners require all students to have received varying types of vaccines before their on-site experiences and training may begin. As a result, unvaccinated students could be precluded from participating in these activities, potentially impacting their ability to complete all program requirements.

Important Notice

Please be informed that certain vaccinations are mandated by the clinical agencies with which we collaborate. While you may submit a request for exemption, please note that approval is not guaranteed. The decision to grant an exemption is at the sole discretion of the respective clinical facilities.

Vaccination Exemption Processes

Students may seek a medical or religious exemption from an immunization requirement. Approval for an exemption is dependent on the clinical site. Below is the process for requesting an exemption:

Nursing and MLT Medical Vaccine Exemption Process

Requesting a Medical Exemption

A medical exemption may be granted when a licensed healthcare provider certifies that a specific immunization is medically contraindicated.

Step 1: Download the Required Form

Download the Medical Vaccination Exemption Request Form:

Medical Vaccination Exemption Request Form

Step 2: Have Your Provider Complete the Form

Take the form to your licensed medical provider. They must complete and sign it, indicating the medical reason for the exemption.

Step 3: Submit Your Documentation

Once all documentation is ready, submit everything using the link below:

Nursing and MLT Program Vaccine Exemption Request Form

Nursing and MLT Religious Vaccine Exemption Process

Requesting a Religious Exemption

A religious exemption may be granted based on a sincerely held religious belief that conflicts with immunization requirements.

Submit Your Religious Exemption Form Electronically Online

Once all of your pre-enrollment documentation is ready, including your religious exemption statement, submit everything electronically using the link below:

Nursing and MLT Program Vaccine Exemption Request Form

Manhattan Area Technical College maintains compliance with Federal Regulation for State Authorization 34 CFR 668.43(a)(5)(v) and provides public notifications for programs leading to professional licensure or certification for all modalities. For information about program licensure disclosures for the program click here.

Some academic programs require you to have equipment, tools, supplies, and uniforms on the first day of class. Other programs have compiled a toolkit that is required for the students attending those programs. The tool kits and supplies will be available on the program orientation day. On program orientation day, students must submit a non-refundable seat deposit. Refer to the information below for each program's seat deposit and tool requirements.

NOTE: Cybersecurity (TBD) and Electrical Technology ($350.00) programs are still pending start dates.

Programs that Provide Tool Kits

Program	Non-Refundable Seat Deposit	Tool Kit Provider
Automotive Technology	$500.00	MAC Tools
Construction Technology	$100.00	Mead Lumber
Electric Power & Distribution	$500.00	Anixter, Inc
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning	$350.00	Grainger
Industrial Maintenance Technology	$100.00
Plumbing Technology	$250.00	Milwaukee®
Welding	$250.00	Matheson

Programs with Tool/Supply Lists

Program	Non-Refundable Seat Deposit	Tool/Supply Information
Associate Degree of Nursing	$100	Information supplied at program orientation
Business Administration	N/A	N/A
Early Childhood Education	N/A	N/A
Medical Laboratory Technology	N/A	Information supplied at summer program orientation
Practical Nursing	$100	Information supplied at summer program orientation