About the Practical Nursing Program

General Information Program:
Nursing is a satisfying and rewarding career. The Practical Nursing Program offers you the opportunity for an exciting and good paying career. The requirements for admission to the Practical Nursing Program are a high school diploma or a GED, passing the entrance exam and your desire to make a difference. You will be taught all the essential information you need to succeed in this program and pass the National Council licensing exam when you complete.

The Practical Nursing Program:

1. accepts two classes per year; each September and March
   
2. is a 52-week course that takes 15 months to complete.
   
3. is a full-time, Monday through Friday, adult program
   
4. was established in 1959 as part of the Adult Education Program of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District.
   
5. students are eligible for Financial Aid; PELL grants, PHEAA loans and scholarships. Information on financial resources is available from the Financial Aid Office (570) 822-6539 Ext.137. Financial assistance may also be available from Luzerne County Human Resources, Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry or the U.S. Veterans Administration.
   
6. graduates meet the educational requirements required to take the State Licensing Exam for Practical Nursing in every state and territory of the United States.
   
7. has a 100% job placement rate