Prince William County Public Schools
Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing prepares students at the pre-professional level for service disciplines related to medicine, nursing, and allied health careers. Course competencies are based on industry qualifications, certifications, and licensure requirements.
The Practical Nursing program is open to students in grade 12 and adult learners.
Practical Nursing 1 and 2 are grade 12 level courses taught at Osbourn Park High School. Current high school students begin the program in their senior year. Students are admitted to the program by application, which includes an interview and testing.
Application Information
Specialty program applications will be accepted November 3, 2025-February 1, 2026.
Who can apply?
Applications for this program are open for rising 12th grade students and adult learners.
Note: Limited seats are available for this program.
How to apply?
Visit the Practical Nursing Application page for information on how to apply to the program.
Virtual Information Sessions
- December 11, 2025 - 6:30-7:30 p.m.
- January 8, 2026 - 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Program Type
Transport Program – Students participating in this program attend all core classes, non-CTE classes, and activities at their zoned school. A PWCS bus transports students between their zoned school and the program school daily, returning in time to ride their regular bus home.