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 (2025) is now mandatory for all prospective LPN and RN students before and in order to apply for clinicals. A nursing information session is not the same as an advising session or meeting with a nursing advisor.
All prospective nursing students begin in the Allied Health AAS 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
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
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 or in person on campus as listed. In person sessions do not have Zoom.
- Sessions last approximately two hours: a one-hour presentation followed by a Q&A period.
- Please log in before the session start time.
| Date | Time | Director | Location | Session Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 25 | 4 p.m. | Donell | Harrisburg Campus, Select Medical, Room 211 | |
| April 1 | 1 p.m. | Hinkle | Zoom | |
| April 7 | 1 p.m. | Lieb | Zoom | This session is full |
| April 15 | 11 a.m. | Hinkle | Zoom | |
| April 22 | 4 p.m. | Molnar | Zoom | |
| May 5 | 1 p.m. | Lieb | Zoom |
Registration is required, and attendance will be mandatory for clinical application. Register here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/HACC2/NursingInformationSessionRegistration
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
- This program was initially accredited in May of 1991.
- The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners (September 2019) for the Practical Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
- This program was initially accredited in May of 1991.
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 completion rate, NCLEX pass rate and job placement data?
Class of 2023:
- PN Completion Rate: 75%
- RN Completion Rate: 68.1%
- PN NCLEX Pass Rate: 96.8%
- RN NCLEX Pass Rate: 91.7%
- PN Job Placement Rate: 98%
- RN Job Placement Rate: 99%
How can I get more information?
- Download the Nursing Student Handbook (pdf) (includes dosage calculation requirements)
- Download Nursing program conceptual framework (pdf)
- Visit the National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service, Inc. (NAPNES)
- Visit allnurses.com
- Visit the Accreditation Commission for Nursing Education (ACEN) .
- Visit the PA State Board of Nursing
- HACC-approved credential evaluation service (pdf)
Who can I contact for more information?
Admissions Counselor:
- For questions related to the admissions process, you can contact an Admissions Counselor by:
- Phone: 800-ABC-HACC
- Email: start@hacc.edu
Nursing Program Offices:
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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
