Nursing Education

Washington State Nursing Education

We approve and regulate nursing education programs for Washington state for:

• Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Nursing Technician (NTEC)
• Registered Nurse (RN)

We regulate:

• Nursing education programs.
• Nurse refresher courses for LPN and RN.
• Out-of-state nursing education programs for clinical placement in Washington state.
• Nursing professional vocational relationships (PVR) courses.

We set standards to:

• Promote safe and effective nursing practice.
• Develop, evaluate, and improve education programs.
• Ensure education programs prepare candidates for licensing and certification.
• Ensure out-of-state distant learning programs are equal to our in-state nursing programs.

Information for Nursing Programs

Information, resources, and links for nursing education programs, including:

• Complaint process
• Education Reports
• Forms
• Plan of correction (POC)

See all information for nursing education programs.

Information for Students

Information, resources, and links for nursing students, including:

• Nursing education program lists
• Nursing program NCLEX pass rates
• WCN scholarship information
• Licensing processes
• How to apply for your license by exam

See all information for nursing students.

Rules

Find the rules for nursing education training programs in WAC 246-840-500 through 571.