Academic Program Proposal

Date Proposal Activated	Institution and Proposal	Degree Awarded	Academic Program Name	Objection Deadline
	Montgomery College Proposal	Lower Division Certificate (L.D.C.)	Practical Nursing	8/14/2024
Practical Nursing Program Description
Montgomery College is pleased to offer the new practical nursing lower division certificate as a standalone program. The program, which requires final approval by the Maryland Board of Nursing, provides essential education for practical nurses and <br>prepares students to deliver competent nursing care as part of a team of registered nurses (RNs), other licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in both acute care and long-term care environments. Developed by nursing <br>faculty, the program aligns with the nursing curriculum mandated by Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and fulfills all requirements of nursing coursework while <br>incorporating key General Education competencies. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, graduates are awarded a certificate in practical nursing and become eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination-Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN). The program will be implemented with existing institutional resources from the nursing program.