Prerequisites (for both Hybrid and On Campus) PRACTICAL NURSING ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
We are so glad you are interested in taking the next steps toward obtaining your PN certification and launching your career to new heights. Before you can enroll in the Verve College PN program, you must meet the following requirements.
Completed PN Admissions Application with a $75.00 non-refundable application fee
Active CNA Certification
High School Diploma/GED or a minimum of 8 credit hours from an accredited U.S. College or University College transcripts for Anatomy & Physiology with a minimum of 6-8 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better. All ATI-TEAS Entrance Examination must be taken at Verve College. We do not accept outside ATI-TEAS Exams scores must be 45% or higher. A student is given a maximum of 3 attempts to pass the entrance exam. Each attempt costs $50 to the student and must be paid before the student is allowed to take the exam.
A picture ID is required at the time of the exam. If a student does not pass the ATI-TEAS exam with a 45% or higher on the first attempt, the student must wait 5 days before a second attempt. If the student does not pass with a 45% or higher on the second attempt, the student must wait 14 days before attempting the ATI-TEAS entrance exam again. The TEAS Exam cannot be taken more than one year prior to the student’s enrollment. If you have taken the TEAS Exam more than one year ago, you must retake the exam and pass again with a 45% or higher.
Valid State-ID or Driver’s License Background check & sanctions check (Student is given information on how to complete this requirement at the time of registration) Clearance of 10-panel drug screening (Student is given information on how to complete this requirement at the time of registration) Complete physical exam, signed by a health care provider. Physicals are required annually and must not expire during the period of enrollment. Current TB/PPD test valid within 1 year of the program start date Proof of Immunizations/Titers: MMRV, Hepatitis B, Tetanus – up to date Current personal medical insurance proof CPR/BLS card Personal Essay, 400-500 words typed and double spaced. Written submissions will not be allowed. Topics to include: Why I want to be a PN? What I plan to do with my Nursing Career? 2 professional letters of recommendation. No personal letters will be accepted. Proof of professional liability insurance obtained from www.nso.com Social Security Card
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Inquire about the PN program now Chicago: (312) 920-8822 Oak Brook: (630) 705-9999 IDFPR Nursing Info Hours:1080 hours / 14 to 15 Months. Visit:https://vervecollege.edu/contact-us/apply-now-form/
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