McCann LPN program invites candidates to apply
NORTH ADAMS, Mass - Aspiring nurses are invited to apply for the post-secondary licensed practical nurse (LPN) program offered by McCann Technical School in North Adams. An admission exam will take place November 19 at 5 p.m. at McCann Technical School. Potential candidates must have submitted an application and $25 exam fee to register for the exam.Final date for registration for the November 19 exam is November 10 at 3:45 p.m. Candidates who have taken the admission exam in the past and did not meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to retake the exam if three months or more have elapsed since the last attempt. Contact McCann at 413-663-5383, ext. 181.
The next LPN class starts January 12, 2009 and ends December 2009. The 40-week course meets on the campus of North Adams Regional Hospital and at other clinical sites throughout northern and central Berkshire County on weekdays from 4 to 10 p.m., with some clinical daytime hours in September and October. Openings are available for the upcoming class; admission is contingent upon meeting academic requirements (high school diploma or GED with grade of C or better in mathematics and English), passing scores on the admission exam, strong references, and a successful interview. There are no prerequisite courses required. Call McCann Technical School at 413-663-5383, ext. 181 for information or an application packet.
Licensed practical nurses are being offered excellent wages and benefits all over Berkshire County in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings. In addition to job security, nursing offers tremendous personal rewards as well.
