Loudoun County School of Practical Nursing

Updated on: 25 Aug, 2024

The Loudoun County School of Practical Nursing offers a practical nursing program given over two years.

Students who complete the first year of the practical nursing program accredited by the Virginia Board of Nursing are able to proceed to the second year of the program and are eligible to take the Certified Nurse Aide Exam.

Students who successfully complete both years of the program are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination to be licensed as Practical Nurses.

Admissions Requirements:

Admission is open to all rising high school seniors and qualified adults who meet the requirements for admission.

1. High School diploma, or GED equivalency certificate
2. High school grade point average of 2.5
3. Nursing Entrance Examination
4. Satisfactory attendance records
5. Three references

Applications are accepted to the program between the 1st of January and 31st of March every year.

Students accepted into the program are required to submit proof of specified immunizations, physical health examinations and current CPR certification for health care providers. Students enrolled in the program are expected to provide transportation back and to clinical sites. 
 
Students are expected to meet the requirements for the program by the first day of classes along with a criminal background check.