Nurse - LPN

Learn about our 4-semester Practical Nursing Certificate program (LPN) and apply for clinicals. Upon completion with your valid PA LPN license, transfer immediately to our RN program. You will take 4 additional nursing and 4 general education courses. The programs are completely stackable!  

Nursing (LPN & RN) Admission Criteria and Essential Requirements. (pdf)


Important Notice

Attendance at a Nursing Information Session is now mandatory for all prospective LPN and RN students.

All prospective nursing students begin in the Pre-Health Professions Program.  Once they fulfill the application requirements, they can apply for admission to either the Registered Nursing Program or the Practical Nursing Program. These admission criteria will be discussed during advising sessions.


Application Information

Clinical Application and TEAS Information

Learn about the application process for HACC's Nursing clinical program, including admission criteria, testing requirements, and guidelines for the TEAS exam.


Nursing Information Sessions

Get answers to all your nursing questions and hear about the following during these sessions:

  • Nursing careers
  • HACC's programs
  • Time commitments
  • Expenses
  • TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills)
  • Essential qualifications (background checks, health forms, etc.)
  • The application process

**Registration is required**

To be eligible to apply for clinicals, students MUST attend a mandatory information session during the current Academic Year, the same year they intend to apply. Registration alone does not serve as confirmation of attendance.

Session Details:

  • Conducted via Zoom.
  • Sessions last approximately two hours: a one-hour presentation followed by a Q&A period.
  • Please log in before the session start time.

To Register (required) https://www.cognitoforms.com/HACC2/NursingInformationSessionRegistration

Date Time Director

Feb. 25

1 p.m.

Hinkle

March 5

March 6

1 p.m.

3 p.m.

Molnar

Hinkle

March 18 4 p.m. Bauer

April 7

April 15

1 p.m.

11 a.m.

Lieb

Hinkle

April 22 4 p.m. Molnar

Registration is required, and attendance will be mandatory for clinical application. Register here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/HACC2/NursingRSVPForMandatoryInformationSession

 After you register, you will receive details on how to connect to Zoom.


Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the program cost?

You can find a detailed breakdown in the Estimated Expenses(pdf).

What degree will I earn? Will I be eligible for credentials?

Upon successful completion, you will:

  • Receive a Practical Nursing Certificate of Completion.
  • Be eligible to sit for the RN licensure exam (NCLEX-RN®) administered by the PA State Board of Nursing

What are the required courses and suggested schedule?

Find a complete list of required courses and a suggested semester-by-semester schedule for the program in the Course Requirements/Suggested Schedule (pdf).

Where are clinical classes held?

HACC offers full-time day and part-time programs:

  • The full-time day program is at Gettysburg, Harrisburg and Lancaster campuses.
  • The part-time program is at Harrisburg, Lancaster and York campuses.
  • You can take general education (prerequisite) courses at other campuses and sites.

Is the program accredited?

  • The Practical Nursing Program at Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College), located at ONE HACC Drive, Harrisburg PA 17110-2999 is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (Phone: 404-975-5000), www.acenursing.org
    1. This program was initially accredited in May of 1991.
    2. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners (September 2019) for the Practical Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • You may view the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
  • View the disclosure statement for ACEN (pdf)

Can I advance my education in this field?

  • You can pursue HACC's Health Science associates degree.
  • HACC has  a Transitional LPN program which offers advanced standing in the RN program to those LPNs who qualify and want to pursue an associate degree in nursing.

What is the most current student achievement data?

View the latest pass rates and outcomes data for HACC nursing graduates in the LPN Student Achievement Data (pdf)

How can I get more information?


Who can I contact for more information?

Admissions Counselor:

  • For questions related to the admissions process, you can contact an Admissions Counselor by:

Nursing Program Offices:

  • Gettysburg Campus
    731 Old Harrisburg Road, Room 300
    Gettysburg, PA 17325

  • Harrisburg Campus
    Select Medical, Room 218
    One HACC Drive
    Harrisburg, PA 17110

  • Lancaster Campus
    Main Building, Room 215
    1641 Old Philadelphia Pike
    Lancaster, PA 17602

  • York Campus
    Leader Building, Room 150
    2010 Pennsylvania Avenue
    York, PA 17404