Practical Nursing / Requirements
Requirements to Start Practical Nursing Training
PN applicants complete general SCC admissions plus health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, criminal and fingerprint background checks, and CPR certification. See the requirements page for the full checklist.
PN applicants complete general SCC admissions plus health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, criminal and fingerprint background checks, and CPR certification. See the requirements page for the full checklist.
Admission Requirements and Procedures
Admission requirements vary by program and are subject to change. To enroll in any of the post-secondary programs offered at State Career College (SCC), each prospective student must meet the following requirements:
- Participate in an interview
- Be at least 17 years old
- Government-issued ID
- Graduated from high school or obtained a General Education Development (GED) certificate
- Sign the High School Attestation form
- Meet the additional program-specific requirements outlined below
Practical Nursing — program-specific
- Complete health assessment by a healthcare professional
- Provide immunization records(including TB Screening, Hepatitis B Series or Waiver, Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR), COVID, and Tetanus)
- 7 Panel Drug Screen
- Pass a criminal background check
- Fingerprint Background Check
- CPR Certification
- Additional requirements may be required
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Practical Nursing program, and is it online, hybrid, or on-campus?
Practical Nursing is a 69-week diploma program (1,380 clock hours) offered in a hybrid format that combines online coursework with in-person labs and clinical experiences in Gurnee, Illinois.
How much does the Practical Nursing program cost, and what is included?
Total cost is $27,397, including application fee, tuition, books and supplies, nursing kit, clinical fees, uniform fees, and testing fee. See the cost page for details.
What certification or exam am I eligible for after finishing?
Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN and pursue Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in Illinois.
What are the admission requirements for the Practical Nursing program?
In addition to general SCC admissions steps, PN applicants typically complete a health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, criminal and fingerprint background checks, and CPR certification. See the requirements page for the full list.