Albany BOCES Adult Practical Nursing Program is dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive and progressive nursing education that enables them to pursue a career in the healthcare field. Our goal is to ensure that individuals are properly prepared with the skills necessary to excel in the nursing profession. We offer an array of courses, from basic patient care through advanced and specialized courses. The Albany BOCES Adult Practical Nursing Program provides students with the best and most current learning opportunities necessary for success in the healthcare environment. At Albany BOCES Adult Practical Nursing Program, we have highly qualified instructors who are committed to providing a quality education in the area of nursing. Our staff consists of experienced nurses who specialize in adult health, mental health and gerontology. Our instructors are passionate about teaching and creating a stimulating learning atmosphere. We also use simulation labs to give students a realistic hospital or medical office setting experience that helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real life situations. We strive to educate our students in the required knowledge, skills, values and ethics necessary for successful practice in the healthcare system. Our curriculum focuses on the development of critical thinking and decision making skills, along with proper patient assessment and treatment. We also offer specialized courses such as Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). The Albany BOCES Adult Practical Nursing Program provides its students with the education needed to enter and be successful in the nursing field. We offer a comprehensive program that combines traditional classroom lectures, lab experience, and clinical practice. Our goal is to provide each student with the highest quality education that prepares them for entry into the health care system. We strive to provide our students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the nursing profession.