Mifflin Co. Academy of Science & Technology
Practical Nursing Program

Preparing Nurses for the Future of Healthcare

Course of Study

This 12-month program is divided into four terms. Terms I and III are fourteen (14) weeks and Terms II and IV are ten (10) weeks.  A short summer vacation and several school holidays are scheduled during the year. Hours of theory and clinical experience are planned on a 35-hour week.  The student has primary responsibility for his/her own education including seeking help from an instructor. 

Term I      

  • Nursing Fundamentals
  • Nursing Science

 Term II        

  • Pharmacology
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing - Part I

 Term III        

  • Mental Health Concepts
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing - Part II
  • Concepts of Leadership

 Term IV       

  • Maternity Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing