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School Nurse Certification Program

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For Information Contact DebraWoodruff-Capper

An applicant to the school nurse certification program must be an RN licensed to practice with one year of professional experience and a baccalaureate degree in nursing. A GPA of 3.0 is required for admission and progression in the program.

Requirements for the School Nurse Certification Program

  • EDU 100 - American Education 3 credits

  • EDU 150 - Educational Planning 3 credits

  • SPE 243 - The Exceptional Child 3 credits

  • PSY 250 - Life-Span Development 3 credits

  • SNC 380 - Methodology in School Health Services 3 credits

  • SNC 381 - School Nurse Practicum 5 credits

All candidates for the school nurse certificate, both in state and out of state, must take SNC380 and 381 in sequential order and within one academic year. Candidates for certification in Pennsylvania must have proof of successful completion of the following college level courses; 1 in American or British Literature, 1 in Writing, and 2 in Math.

Clinical Requirements

All students must provide proof of RN licensure from the state of Pennsylvania. Students must also submit the following requirements by November 1:

  • Clearance fromHealth Services
  • FBI criminal background check
  • Child abuse history clearance
  • CPR certification – level C
  • Proof of health insurance
  • PA or NJ RN license