Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is an excellent place to start your journey into nursing education. With its comprehensive curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities and passionate instructors, the program can help you launch a rewarding career in the healthcare field. Through the program, students will gain comprehensive knowledge and experience that will allow them to excel in the medical field. The program consists of classroom instruction, clinical experiences and laboratory practice. In the classroom, students are taught about anatomy and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, mental health nursing, and obstetrics/gynecology. The course also covers legal and ethical issues related to nursing. Labs provide hands-on experience where students can better understand the practical application of theoretical concepts they have learned. Clinical rotations in hospitals and other clinical settings enable them to be trained on direct patient care. Students who complete the program receive a Practical Nursing Certificate. This certificate allows them to take the NCLEX-PN exam in order to become registered nurses. After becoming a registered nurse, graduates can continue their education and receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing degree. The Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program provides students with the best start to a career in nursing. Experienced faculty and staff strive to ignite passion in each student and give them the tools they need to succeed. With individualized attention and rigorous instruction, the program provides required knowledge and skills that help the student to attain their goals. Students who complete the program have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of their patients.