General Requirements

Homestead Schools, Inc. requires applicants to meet certain qualifications before admission into its programs. Its purpose is to maintain a high standard with entry-level students and maintain a lower attrition and failure rate. To qualify for the educational programs at Homestead Schools, an applicant must meet the following:  

Vocational Nursing Program:

Pre-admission Requirements:

• Age 17 1/2 years or older.
• Submit completed admission application packet with School Performance Fact Sheet
• Copy of high school diploma or GED from an accredited school. If foreign graduate, credentials must be evaluated to prove US Education equivalency
• Speak, read, and comprehend the English language. Communicate effectively during the interview process
• Pass the Preadmission Test with a score of 76% or higher
• Interview
• Obtain background check clearance
• Picture for student ID badge
• Proof of legal residence
• Social Security Number
• Complete Credit Granting Form if applying for transfer of credits from other institutions. Submit official transcript of records from schools attended. Provide a copy of US education equivalency if applicable
• Complete financial application
• Complete Enrollment Agreement

Pre-clinical Requirements

• Physical Exam
• Annual PPD
• Hepatitis B Series
• MMR 1 and 2/Rubeola AB, Rubella AB, Varicella 1 & 2/Varicella AB
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Card (BLS/CPR)
• Fire Safety Card
• Student Nursing Malpractice/NSO Insurance

Nurse Assistant Training Program:

Pre-admission Requirements:

• Minimum of 17 years of age
• Must posses Social Security or Tax I.D. number
• Can speak, read, and understand the English language
• Must arrange an appointment with the Admission Coordinator who will confirm that eligibility requirements have been met and will issue a permit to take the entrance test.
• Obtain background check clearance
• Picture for student ID badge
• Proof of legal residence

Pre-clinical Requirements

• Physical Exam
• Annual PPD
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Card (BLS/CPR)
• NSO Insurance

For applicants with special needs, make an arrangement with the Admission office for special accommodation.