West Virginia Northern Community College

The West Virginia Northern Community College Nursing program prepares students to provide direct patient care in a range of healthcare settings.

The program has adopted the National League for Nursing Educational Core Competencies for Graduates of Associate Degree Nursing Programs.

Graduates from the program will be eligible to apply to sit for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Exam to be licensed as a Registered Nurse.

Admission Requirements:

1. High school transcript or GED equivalency certificate
2. Standardized examination scores
3. Official transcripts for all college level coursework
4. Proof of immunization for measles and rubella

The program enrolls a limited number of candidates and applicants will be reviewed on the basis of their academic records, and standardized records.

The admission period for the semester beginning in August is between the 1st of October and the 1st of March and the admission period for classes beginning in January the admission period is between the 1st of October and the 1st of December the previous year. The program highly recommends early application.

A criminal background check is required as students convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor may be denied licensing or privileges to take part in clinical practice in some healthcare facilities.