Application Process

The Practical Nursing applications are accepted one time a year. Students must attend a nursing information session prior to applying to the program. Students must also be current with their BLS/CPR certification prior to starting the nursing program. Register here for training

Application deadlines

• Fall semester start (for nursing courses)- Applications are accepted April 1 through June 1

Students interested in practical nursing have to have completed pre-requisite general education courses prior to applying.

Nursing information session

• October 13 at 10:00 am
• November 10 at 10:00 am
• December 8 at 10:00 am
• January 26, 2021, at 6:00 pm
• February 9, 2021, at 10:00 am
• March 9, 2021, at 10:00 am
• April 13, 2021, at 10:00 am
• May 25, 2021, at 6:00 pm

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Attending a nursing information session is required for all applicants.

• Nursing options available at Ridgewater – Practical Nursing and MANE
• Overview of Practical Nursing (PN)
• Overview of MANE
• Admissions criteria and application process for PN and MANE