IRSC Practical Nursing Program

Practical Nursing Program

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Begin an exciti​ng career working at a physician’s office, acute-care clinic, school or skilled-nursing facility as a practical nurse! The Practical Nursing program, offered through the IRSC School of Nursing, is a 1350-clock-hour program with four courses in lecture, lab and the clinical setting.

The Indian River State College Practical Nursing program is a selective-admissions program.

Applicants must: • Ensure all official transcripts (high school and college) are on file at IRSC Student Records; • Be at least 18 years of age prior to first day of clinical (within two months of the first day of class); • Receive a cumulative composite score of 75 on the HESI A2 Admission Exam and the subcategories of Basic Math and Anatomy and Physiology; and • Meet eligibility criteria determined by the Florida Board of Nursing (must have a valid government ID, Social Security number).

Additional points may be awarded for successful completion, with a grade of “B” or higher, of selective high school Allied Health Science courses: Allied Health Foundations I & II, Allied Health Assisting, Home Health Aide, and Nursing Assistant. Additional points are awarded for state certification in Nursing Assistant and Medical Assistant, and 1000 hours of work verification.

Note: IRSC in-district students receive priority in the selection process.

The Practical Nursing Program meets the educational requirements for license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (PN) in the state of Florida. If you are a student who may choose to reside outside of Florida, Indian River State College cannot confirm whether this certificate program meets educational requirements for licensure in your state. Please contact the Board of Nursing in the state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Attend a virtual IRSC School of Nursing Information Session, and start your next chapter! Scan the QR code, or visit www.irsc.edu, to learn more about the Practical Nursing program and view Information Session dates and times.

IRSC is an EA/EO educational institution.