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

• Applications for 2023 fall start Practical Nurse courses will be accepted April 1–June 1, 2023.
• Students interested in practical nursing have to have completed pre-requisite general education courses prior to applying.

Nursing information session

All nursing information sessions will be from 10 am – 11 am via Zoom. 

• Tuesday, January 3, 2022
• Tuesday, January 31, 2023
• Tuesday, March 7, 2023
• Tuesday, April 4, 2023
• Tuesday, May 2, 2023
• Tuesday, May 30, 2023

NOW VIRTUAL via Zoom – RSVP here to get the Zoom link

Attending a nursing information session is required for all applicants.

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

Practical Nursing Admission Criteria and Application Instructions [PDF]