About our program

Our one-year (12 month) accelerated Practical Nursing (PN) Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level nursing practice in a variety of healthcare settings. Through a structured blend of virtual classroom instruction, hands-on skills training, and supervised clinical experiences, students gain the knowledge, competence, and confidence needed to provide safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.


The curriculum emphasizes foundational nursing concepts, medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology, geriatric care, and professional nursing standards. Students learn under the guidance of experienced, licensed nursing faculty and develop practical skills aligned with current healthcare industry expectations.


Graduates of the program are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-PN® licensure examination and pursue employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, clinics, physician offices, and other healthcare environments. This accelerated 12-month format is ideal for motivated individuals seeking a focused and efficient pathway into the nursing profession.

ACCREDITATION

Our program is  an approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and the by LEO/PSS as a post-secondary school of training.  


As a new program, we are not yet eligible for full accreditation, but will be pursuing full accreditation as soon as we are legally eligible to do so.  


Students who matriculate through our program are fully eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam upon successful program completion.

Admission Dates

PES offers rolling admissions, three times per year. 30 students are admitted per cohort. Below is our start and end dates as well as the cutoff dates for applying to the program: 


September 1, 2026

January 4, 2027

May 3, 2027

 

For January admissions, our cutoff date is November 30th. 


For May admissions, our cutoff date is March 31st. 


For September admissions, our cutoff date is July 31st. 

Do I qualify for the Practical Nurse Program?

Please review each admissions requirement carefully. All requirements must be met before applying to the Practical Nursing Program.

APPLICATION Requirements

  • Students must be 18 or older
  • Student must be a high school graduate or have successfully completed a GED program
  • Three professional reference letters**
  • Students must be able to fluently speak, write, and understand English at the collegiate level
  • 2 page essay explaining why student wishes to become a nurse
  • Potential student must hold an active CNA certificate from the State(s) that they are certified in. Absolutely no substitutions, waivers, or equivalent healthcare roles (including MA, PCT, DSP, EMT, or caregiver experience) will be accepted. 
  • Verified proof of CNA employment of a minimum 6 months
  • All potential students must complete a program interview with the Director and the Selection Committee.


Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance or approval into the practical nursing program.

30 students are admitted per cohort. 



**Sample verification of employment letters and sample reference letters can be seen to the right-------------------->

 

PROGRAM ACCEPTANCE

Students are admitted to the practical nursing program only after successfully meeting the following requirements: 


Submits an application with application fee with all required documents. 

Successfully completes practical nursing interview with practical nurse evaluation team, and is offered a seat into the program.

Accepts their seat into the program within 48 hours of receiving acceptance letter and submits $500 deposit to hold their seat (which will go towards tuition payment.) 

Students must be CPR certified prior to the start of the program.

Students must have a physical on file with the school. 

Students must complete and have all required immunizations, a criminal background check, and successfully pass a drug screen.

Attends mandatory orientation class prior to starting the program.

Any student needing accommodations must have full ADA paperwork on file with the school PRIOR to program start date.

Student must reside in Michigan during the entire duration of the program for in-person lab and clinical day requirements. 


30 students are admitted per cohort.  

CURRICULUM

Note that clinical and lab hours are fully included with our curriculum.

Approved students will receive a calendar each term specifying the days and hours of in person lab and clinical hours. 


Students must take classes in the order they are presented for the curriculum. 


No coursework previously completed elsewhere will be approved for credit; students must take all courses within the

PES School of Nursing Education guidelines and curriculum as set forth. 

Introduction to Pharmacology

Fundamentals of Nursing

Medical Terminology/Nutrition

Anatomy and Physiology

Care of Patients Across the Lifespan/Med Surg Nursing

Care of the Older Adult/Geriatric Patient

Intro to Psychology/Mental Health Nursing

Care of Women and Infants

Care of the Pediatric Patient

Nursing Leadership and Capstone Project

NCLEX Preparation Course

Program Delivery Format

Our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program is offered in a hybrid format, combining online didactic coursework with live instructor-led lectures, hands-on labs, and in-person clinical experiences. Students complete a significant portion of their learning through our online learning platform, where they are expected to navigate course materials, submit assignments, complete assessments, and participate in virtual instruction independently.


Because of this structure, students must be comfortable using computers, learning in an online environment, and managing coursework through digital systems. Applicants who prefer fully in-person instruction or who are not confident with technology and virtual learning will find that this program is not the best fit for their learning style.


We encourage prospective students to carefully consider their readiness for a hybrid learning environment to ensure the best opportunity for success in the program.

Program Cost

The cost of our 12 month program is $21,000.


This is broken down by each 15 week term of $7000 each. 

We are currently not yet approved to accept FAFSA or other federal financial aid programs. 


Payment methods include cash, certified funds, credit cards, payment plans, scholarships, and sponsorships. Our financial aide team will work with you on all of this once accepted into the program.


 

total Program cost breakdown

ItemCost
LPN Program Tuition$21,000
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)$100
Clinical TrainingIncluded
Laboratory TrainingIncluded
Simulation ExperiencesIncluded
Instructor-Led InstructionIncluded
Clinical Placement CoordinationIncluded
Student Responsibility ItemsEstimated Cost Range
Textbooks & Learning Resources$1200-$1800
Required Software / Online Platforms$800
Laptop ComputerVaries
Uniforms / ScrubsVaries
Clinical ShoesVaries
Background Check & Drug Screen$150
Immunizations & TB TestingVaries
Supplemental Course MaterialsVaries
Transportation to Clinical SitesVaries
State Licensure Testing FeesSeparate- Please see Board of Nursing website for more information

Students are expected to have access to:

  • A reliable laptop computer   
  • Stable internet access
  • Webcam and microphone capabilities
  • Basic computer proficiency for online coursework and testing

Tablets and phones are not sufficient for successful completion of coursework.