Nursing Education Programs
NOTICE OF CONDITIONAL APPROVAL - The following registered nurse programs/schools have not achieved the required National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) pass rates for two (2) successive years and are on conditional approval:
- Bowie State University
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Prince George’s Community College
- Washington Adventist University
A Guide to Nursing Education in Maryland lists the approved registered nurse and practical nurse education programs in Maryland.
NCLEX Exam Pass/Fail Rates by Education Program in the State of Maryland
English-speaking school Defined
Approved Nurse Refresher Courses in the State of Maryland
Information on the Nurse Licensure Compact for New Graduates
Approved Out of State RN Nursing Education Programs
Approved Out of State LPN Nursing Education Programs
Non-Approved Out of State Schools
Out of States Schools - Not Approved
Please be advised that if you choose to submit an application for temporary or full licensure and pay the associated application fee, despite this notice, all fees collected by the Board are non-refundable.
On September 23, 2020 the Board determined
that the American International Institute of Health (AIIH) Practical Nursing
Program, a closed nursing program that no longer operates in Arlington,
Virginia, is not substantially equivalent to a PN nursing program
approved in Maryland and that,
consequently, applicants who attended the PN education program at the American International
Institute of Health (AIIH) Practical Nursing Program will not meet minimum
qualifications for licensure as a PN in the State of Maryland.
On September 23, 2020 the Board determined that the National School of Nursing and Allied Health (NSNAH) Practical Nursing Program , a closed nursing program that no longer operates in Woodbridge, Virginia, is not substantially equivalent to a PN nursing program approved in Maryland and that, consequently, applicants who attended the PN education program at the National School of Nursing and Allied Health (NSNAH) Practical Nursing Program will not meet minimum qualifications for licensure as a PN in the State of Maryland.
On November 18, 2020 the Board determined that the Virginia School of Nursing and Medical Institute Practical Nursing Program, is not substantially equivalent to a PN nursing program approved in Maryland and that, consequently, applicants who attended the PN education program at the Virginia School of Nursing and Medical Institute Practical Nursing Program will not meet minimum qualifications for licensure as a PN in the State of Maryland.
On December 16, 2020 the Board determined that the Caspscare Academy for Health Care Education Registered Nursing Program, is not substantially equivalent to a RN nursing program approved in Maryland and that, consequently, applicants who attended the RN education program at the Caspscare Academy for Health Care Education Registered Nursing Program will not meet minimum qualifications for licensure as a RN in the State of Maryland.
LPN to RN On-Line Programs
The Maryland Board of Nursing has approved the on-line nursing programs below for LPN to RN. This programs listed below are the ONLY programs permitted by the Board. Successful completion of the programs listed below allows the nurse to apply for licensure by examination or endorse into the state.
• Apply for an initial LPN or RN license by Exam (NCLEX)
• Apply for licensure by Endorsement for RNs or LPNs already licensed in another state
Scholarship & Financial Aid listings
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on-line - This is the first step to receiving financial aid.
• Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) Financial Aid
◦Nursing Scholarship Opportunities for Maryland Students
• Nursing Scholarship Information on the Internet
Health Disparities
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. National Library of Medicine, says Healthcare Disparities are differences in availability of facilities and services between racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
Other Links
• Culturally Competent Nursing Care: A Cornerstone of Caring - A Free Online Course The issue of Culturally Competent Nursing Care continues to grow as the patient care population becomes more diverse. The Maryland Board of Nursing recommends that all nurses take advantage of the following course. It will provide updated information on providing culturally competent care in today’s world. Click For Details.
• Practice FAQs
E-Mail The Board With Questions
Questions about RN/LPN schools - mdbon.nbexam@maryland.gov
Updated 6/14/2021