Admissions & Fees

                

Admissions Standards

The following standards are used to determine an applicant's eligibility to become an LPN Center student:

      Completed application and paid application fee.

      Acceptable high school record or GED.

      References that attest to the positive character of the applicant.

      Composite entrance score on the standardized screening test within or above 25 percentile.

      Evidence of motivation and ability to complete the program of studies.

 

Fees & Expenses

Supplies include lab supplies, identification pin, photo, graduation fees, student liability insurance, technology fee, achievement exam and licensing fees.

Students purchase books and uniforms from the appropriate companies.  Supplies such as a stethoscope, wristwatch with a second hand, bandage scissors, personal clothing and school supplies must be purchased prior to admission.  Costs for books, uniforms and these supplies are not included in the costs above.

Application Process

      Complete application and mail it with the application fee to:

            Office of Admissions

            Central Susquehanna LPN Career Center

            1145 N. Fourth Street

            Sunbury, PA  17801

 

      Submit your official high school transcript.  If you have a GED, submit your scores.

 

      Supply two letters of references with the application.   

 

      Take the entrance exam scheduled at least three months prior to the entry date.The name of the entrance exam is the "Revised Psychological Services Bureau's Aptitude for Practical Nursing."

        An applicant must achieve a composite score of at least within the 25th percentile to be considered for acceptance into the practical nursing program.
        You may re-test six months after the initial test date. Contact the LPN Center for details.

 

      The admissions committee reviews all applications and recommends admission.  Please call about your status as an

        applicant if you do not hear within a reasonable time after the exam.