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.